Dawn has been involved in communications for 15 years. In her current role, she supervises branding and marketing of a large medical association. Utilizing social media with large groups of diverse audiences to create a larger brand presence, Dawn has launched a social media program at ASA which includes engaging the 43,000 members in social media venues. Under her direction, ASA has been able to improve its ranking in a variety of social media sites and increased hits to their consumer website. Previously, as VP of Marketing at ChildServ, Dawn was responsible for marketing social service programs to the general public and a donor base. Before that, she worked as Director of Public Relations at Sinai Health System where she was responsible for promoting the health service product lines to the community, the press and potential donors. In the past, Dawn has served on the board of Wonder Works Children's Museum. She is also active in alumni groups (Sigma Kappa Sorority and Eastern Michigan University). She earned a Masters Degree in Public Administration from DePaul University and a BS in Communications from Eastern Michigan University. She is a member of American Society of Association Executives.
Yvonne has been involved in development for 16 years. In her current position, she is consultant to nonprofits. She has consulted numerous nonprofits, political candidates, and church groups with strategic planning including using social media as a marketing, branding, fundraising and communications tool. Previously, as Resource Development Manager at Mercy Housing Lakefront, Yvonne was responsible for grant submissions to corporations and foundations. She regularly served as a “go to” resource for communications and updated web content. Yvonne initiated use of social media for branding/communications that are still being utilized today. Before that, she worked as Public Information Officer/Coordinator of Special Projects at the Chicago Police Department where she was responsible for media relations, managing crisis communication, and serving as the official spokesperson. She conceptualized the “Safe & Sound” concept around safety tips, which was incorporated into the City’s annual safe tips agenda and has been modeled by other agencies internationally. Yvonne currently serves as volunteer for Deeply Rooted Productions, The HistoryMakers, and Chicago Cares. She earned a BA in Political Science from Hampton University and studied Nonprofit Management at the graduate level. She is a member of AFP; the Collaborative Empowerment Organization and President, Chicago Hampton Alumni Association.
Tamara has worked in her current position since 2005. Prior to the DMRF, she worked for the Committee of 200, Rush University Medical Center, and Volunteers of America of Illinois. In addition to managing the DMRFs fundraising activities, she is also involved in building the DMRFs visibility through the use of popular communication technology. In her current position, Tammy has spearheaded the DMRFs social networking platform, engaging a younger, more technologically savvy constituent and donor through Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and Ning. Her philosophy is "to go to where the people are". As a result, the Foundation has expanded its base of constituents while raising awareness and much needed funding. Tamara earned a Bachelor`s degree in Communications from the University of Illinois and has studied Clinical Psychology at the graduate level.
The seminar will be taking place at the University Center Conference Center Chicago, which is located in the heart of Downtown Chicago, at State Street and Congress Parkway. Cabs are continually on call if you have to get back to the office quickly. Parking is nearby, abundant and inexpensive.
The full address is: University Center 525 South State Street Chicago, IL 60605
The December 13th Leadership Series Seminar will take place in the Private Dining Room.
For area map and directions, please visit: http://www.universitycenterconference.com/overviewnew/location
Public Transportation: The closest CTA stop is the Library/Van Buren Stop on the Orange and Brown Lines. University Center is one block South on State Street. The Red Line stop is at the corner of Harrison and State which is across the street from the building. Driving Directions: From the Southwest (I-55 Stevenson Expressway) Proceed east to the end of I-55 to North Lake Shore Drive. Continue north (towards downtown) on Lake Shore Drive to Balbo Street. Turn left on Balbo to State Street; turn right on State Street. Continue one block. University Center will be on your right between Harrison Street and Congress Parkway.
From the South (I-57 to I-94 Dan Ryan Expressway) Exit at Congress Parkway. Drive east towards downtown to State Street. Turn right on State Street. University Center will be on your left between Congress Parkway and Harrison Street.
From the North (I-90/94 Kennedy/Edens Expressway) Exit at Congress Parkway. Drive east towards downtown to State Street. Turn right on State Street. University Center will be on your left between Congress Parkway and Harrison Street.
From the West (I-290 Eisenhower Expressway) I-290 turns into Congress Parkway at it nears downtown. Continue driving east to State Street. Turn right on State Street. University Center will be on your left between Congress Parkway and Harrison Street.
Parking: University Center does not have dedicated parking. However, there are a number of parking garages and lots surrounding the building. Parking locations are shown on the Area Map: http://www.universitycenterconference.com/documents/map.pdf
Hotels: Most hotels near the venue are within the $135 - $250 per night range. The following hotels are within a one-mile radius of the venue: Holiday Inn Chicago-Mart Plaza BOOK NOW .2 miles from venue Residence Inn Downtown Chicago River North BOOK NOW .5 miles from venue SpringHill Suites Chicago Downtown BOOK NOW .5 miles from venue Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown BOOK NOW .5 miles from venue Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown BOOK NOW .6 miles from venue
Our unique one-on-one mentoring sessions offer you the opportunity to sit down with an experienced fundraising professional for 30 minutes to discuss any questions that are specific to your organization. Mentoring sessions cover the same topics as the seminars, and we will assign you a mentor based on his/her availability at your requested times.
Mentoring sessions are available for the cost of $0.00 per session. If you register for a full Summit pass, 0 mentoring sessions are included in the pass.
Below is a list of mentors who will be available at the Summit. Please note that you must register to attend at least one seminar in order to sign up for a mentor.
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$ 110.00
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
