Schedule subject to change.
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| Start Time | End Time | Session Description |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | Event Registration Open |
| 7:00 a.m. | 6:00 p.m. | Alliance Partner Exhibit Hall Open |
| 7:00 a.m. | 6:00 p.m. | FFE Content Corner Open The Seminar Planning Committee is excited to offer attendees the opportunity to view recent foundation collateral featured in the Content Corner — a showcase-style space that will display the great work of our fraternal foundations. |
| 7:30 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. | FFE Board of Directors and Seminar Planning Committee Breakfast Invitation only |
| 9:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | NIC & FFE Opening Keynote Trends & Insights from the 2025 Donor & Alumni/ae Engagement Survey Jeff Dubberley, Vice President, Research, Cygnus Applied Research | Meet the presenter What truly drives fraternal members and donors to stay connected — and give generously? This session will provide a comprehensive analysis of the 2025 Alumni/ae and Donor Engagement Survey conducted by Cygnus Applied Research, featuring responses from members and donors representing 51 fraternal organizations. The survey, conducted from March to June, explored members' attitudes, opinions and expectations, and identified key factors that most greatly influence their decision to contribute philanthropically. Through data-driven insights, you’ll discover opportunities to grow supporter numbers and contributions, messaging members and donors find the most compelling, and how fraternities and sororities can forge stronger relationships with members at all stages of their lives. Whether you're a professional or a volunteer, you'll leave this keynote with actionable knowledge to enhance your organization's fundraising outcomes and build lifetime loyalty. |
| 10:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | NIC Session I |
| 10:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | FFE Women’s Research Symposium The 2025 Women's Research Symposium will provide a brief overview of the Amplifying Sorority Campaign projects recently completed and currently underway, as well as allow attendees the opportunity to engage with peers and colleagues in small groups to further discuss how the data is being used by their organization. All sorority staff and volunteers who are participating in Monday's programming are welcome to attend; no additional registration is required. |
| 12:00 p.m. | 12:30 p.m. | FFE Newcomer Networking |
| 12:00 p.m. | 12:30 p.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | NIC/FFE Welcome Luncheon with Alliance Partner Recognition Join NIC and FFE attendees for a luncheon where we will recognize the Alliance Partners who do so much for our organizations! Lunch is included in registration costs. |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | FFE Keynote Game On: Winning Through Trust, Leadership, Vision & Grit Dave Lewis, President & CEO, Indy Championships Fund and Sarah Myer, Chief of Staff and Strategy, Indiana Sports Corp | Meet the presenters Join Indianapolis leaders Dave Lewis and Sarah Myer for this dynamic and high-energy session built for those who want to lead like a champion. Grounded in the spirit of Indianapolis sports culture, this keynote unpacks the “Final Four” to drive winning results: Trust, Leadership, Vision and Grit. Through real stories, shared experiences (yes, they worked on putting a pool inside a football stadium), and a playbook of actionable strategies, attendees will explore how they can develop their own extraordinary outcomes. This session will equip you to show up, ignite your team, build meaningful relationships and win with purpose. Game on. |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | NIC Alliance Partner-Executive Speed Dating Speed dating offers intentional, focused time between Alliance Partners and key decision-makers from inter/national fraternities. The format for this event involves short, timed face-to-face sessions during which time both participants may discuss whatever they like. During the “dating” sessions, participants should collect contact information and take notes on how the partner and member might work together in the future. |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | NIC Session II |
| 2:30 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 3:00 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | NIC Meeting of Members Voting delegates will conduct annual business for NIC. Contact Jud Horras for questions about NIC governance and the Meeting of Members. |
| 3:00 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | FFE Coffee Chats with Ignite Sessions The objective of these sessions is to connect attendees and foster relationships with peers through crowd-sourcing solutions to challenges. Ignite Sessions are blended with Coffee Chats so you’ll have time to listen, learn and discuss. Just 5 minutes in length, Ignite Sessions are meant to spark an idea or conduct a demo. A moderator introduces each presenter, then presentations are given in rapid succession. Afterwards, a themed or topical Coffee Chat discussion will be hosted, similar to our virtual roundtable forums. |
| 4:30 p.m. | 4:45 p.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 4:45 p.m. | 5:15 p.m. | FFE Business Meeting Voting delegates will conduct annual business for FFE. Contact Will Foran for questions about FFE governance and business meeting. |
| 5:15 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. | NIC/FFE Networking Reception with Alliance Partners |
| 6:00 p.m. | Dinner on Your Own | |
| 6:30 p.m. | Women’s Research Symposium Dinner sponsored by AMG National Trust Bank Invitation Only |
| Start Time | End Time | Session Description |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. | 4:00 p.m. | Alliance Partner Exhibit Hall Open |
| 7:30 a.m. | 5:30 p.m. | FFE Content Corner Open |
| 7:30 a.m. | 9:15 a.m. | FFE Breakfast & Keynote Our State of the Industry — By the Numbers Patrick Alderdice and Aaron Parker, Pennington & Company | Meet the presenters Curious how your foundation stacks up against others in the interfraternal world? For over two decades, Pennington & Company has analyzed IRS Form 990 filings from fraternity and sorority foundations, turning dense data into actionable insight. In this year’s State of the Industry session, Patrick and Aaron return to unpack the latest 990 data—comparing current figures with 22 years of historical trends. From asset growth and fundraising totals to grantmaking and program spending, this session offers a comprehensive look at where the industry stands today. Whether you’re navigating challenges or seeking new opportunities, you’ll leave with benchmarking tools, trend analysis, and practical recommendations to help your foundation grow and thrive in the year ahead. |
| 9:15 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 9:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | FFE Breakout Sessions I Traditional breakout sessions with expert presenters and panelists. |
| 9:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | FFE Aspire to Fundraise Aspire to Fundraise is a dynamic learning track designed for fraternal foundation volunteers looking to lead with purpose and build confidence in fundraising. Through practical skill-building, peer collaboration, and storytelling, participants will gain the tools to inspire support and elevate their impact. |
| 10:30 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 10:30 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | FFE Volunteer Interest Meeting |
| 11:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | FFE Breakout Sessions II Traditional breakout sessions with expert presenters and panelists. |
| 12:00 p.m. | 12:15 p.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 12:15 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | FFE Lunch & Closing Keynote Both/And Thinking for Navigating Tensions Marianne W. Lewis | Meet the presenter Do we prioritize today’s needs or tomorrow’s possibilities? Efficiency or innovation? Performing or learning? Our default approach in such situations is to see dilemmas, then make tradeoffs. We focus on the most urgent, rewarded, or comfortable. Yet this either/or thinking is limiting at best, detrimental at worst. This keynote seeks to stretch your thinking, opening a wider array of options. Marianne Lewis has spent the past 25 years studying the traps, opportunities, and navigation of tensions. As a professor and dean, she also lives tensions herself. Both/and thinking involves a shift from a tradeoff to a paradox mindset. Embracing competing demands can enable more generative, creative, and sustainable solutions. Join us to examine how both/and thinking can help you lead and thrive amidst tensions. |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 2:00 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | FFE Coffee Chats with Ignite Sessions The objective of these sessions is to connect attendees and foster relationships with peers through crowd-sourcing solutions to challenges. Ignite Sessions are blended with Coffee Chats so you’ll have time to listen, learn and discuss. Just 5 minutes in length, Ignite Sessions are meant to spark an idea or conduct a demo. A moderator introduces each presenter, then presentations are given in rapid succession. Afterwards, a themed or topical Coffee Chat discussion will be hosted, similar to our virtual roundtable forums. |
| 2:00 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | FFE Aspire to Fundraise Coffee Chat and Ignite Sessions Aspire to Fundraise is a dynamic learning track designed for fraternal foundation volunteers looking to lead with purpose and build confidence in fundraising. Through practical skill-building, peer collaboration, and storytelling, participants will gain the tools to inspire support and elevate their impact. |
| 3:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | Networking Break with Alliance Partners |
| 3:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | FFE Breakout Sessions III Traditional breakout sessions with expert presenters and panelists. |
| 3:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | FFE Aspire to Fundraise Aspire to Fundraise is a dynamic learning track designed for fraternal foundation volunteers looking to lead with purpose and build confidence in fundraising. Through practical skill-building, peer collaboration, and storytelling, participants will gain the tools to inspire support and elevate their impact. |
| 4:30 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | Break |
| 5:30 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. | FFE Awards of Distinction Reception Held at the Indiana Roof Ballroom |
| 6:30 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | FFE Awards of Distinction Dinner & Seminar Closing Session Held at the Indiana Roof Ballroom. The Awards of Distinction nomination deadline is June 4. Learn more and start your nominations here. |
| Start Time | End Time | Session Description |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | FFE Post-Conference Workshops Post-conference registration required. View more information here. If you've already completed your Dual Meeting/Seminar registration but want to add Wednesday's programming, contact Data Project Manager Gretchen Foran. |
Key:
NIC & FFE Educational Programming & Events
NIC-focused Educational Programming & Events
FFE-focused Educational Programming & Events
View NIC/FFE Dual Meeting Information | View NIC/FFE Alliance Partner Information
View NIC Meeting of Members Information | View FFE Seminar Information
Pre/Post-Conference Add-On Experiences:
FGA Symposium | Sunday, August 24, 2025
The FGA Symposium is a $75 add-on opportunity for all FGA organizations to meet and collaborate on common topics for members of the Fraternal Growth Accelerator. All FGA members are welcome to attend the Symposium which is held in conjunction with the NIC Annual Meeting of Members and FFE Seminar.
The 2025 Symposium will be held in person at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown and includes lunch and programming from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
FFE Post-Con Workshops | Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The FFE post-con workshop option is available as an additional $75 add-on through the standard event registration form. By registering, you will dive deeper into key areas of fundraising that will elevate your impact on your foundation. This is a unique opportunity to gain practical, hands-on strategies that are directly applicable to your work — whether you’re refining your approach to major gift asks, crafting compelling fundraising stories, or leveraging data to drive decision-making.
A general session will set the stage for actionable learning for all participants, followed by your choice of a specialized workshop that allows you to focus on an area most critical to your foundation’s growth or the role you serve. With expert guidance, peer collaboration, and tailored content, this post-con program will equip you with the tools and confidence you need to make a lasting impact in your organization and beyond.
The 2025 post-con workshops will be held in person at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown and includes breakfast and programming from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Schedule subject to change.
View NIC/FFE Dual Meeting Information | View NIC/FFE Alliance Partner Information
View NIC Meeting of Members Information | View FFE Seminar Information
