AI for Social Impact

BVU’s Civic Leadership Summit

Hosted in Partnership with the Cleveland Foundation

October 24, 2024 | 8AM-12PM
Case Western Reserve University

AI is everywhere. As the world adapts to this emerging technology, nonprofits and the people who care about them must not be left behind. Join BVU and local experts to go beyond the theory of AI and learn practical, real-world applications that will advance your organization’s mission through increased efficiency and impact.  

About the Event

AI for Social Impact

The integration of AI stands as one of the most pressing and transformative topics for organizations working to make a difference in our community.

At this year’s Civic Leadership Summit, BVU seeks to demonstrate how nonprofits and the people who care about them can make a BIGGER difference through the responsible use of AI technology.

Just as the advent of computers revolutionized the way professionals operate, AI presents unparalleled opportunities and challenges that demand our attention and understanding. BVU’s position at the intersection of the nonprofit and business world allows us to connect civic leaders with AI experts who will discuss trends, practical insights, ethical considerations, and specific tools. 

Sessions

AI Empowerment: Enhancing Nonprofits for Maximum Impact
In this keynote, Amy Neumann, a passionate advocate of AI for social good, will explore how nonprofits can harness the power of AI to amplify their missions.

Practical Insights, Guidelines, and Specific Tools 
Introducing AI into nonprofit operations and maximizing the benefits while distinguishing between appropriate and inappropriate uses of AI within the nonprofit context. Emphasizing responsible deployment and risk mitigation and delving into specific AI tools and platforms. 

Panel: Ethics, Risks, and Concerns of AI Usage
Addressing the ethical considerations surrounding AI adoption, as well as the risks and concerns that nonprofits should be aware of.

Join Us!

Gain practical strategies to transform your organization’s impact, all while connecting with fellow civic leaders.

BVU Members: $115  |  Nonmembers: $165

Showcase your company’s dedication to community impact. 

Featured Speakers

Amy Neumann (Keynote)

Amy Neumann is a social impact entrepreneur, keynote speaker, author, trainer, technology strategist, consultant, artist, and Reiki Master.  She strives to inspire World Changers to leverage technology and engagement to do more of their mission work faster and easier, while also being more inclusive. Her passion for social good and technology led to her completing a Master’s degree from Ohio University in Law, Justice, and Culture – with a focus on global human rights and technology – in 2023, after creating positive change for thirty years.  Amy enjoys discovering new social impact applications for technology and is a long-time proponent of STEM and STEAM inclusion.  With a focus on blockchain and AI, she founded a startup nonprofit called Resourceful Nonprofit (and its subsidiary, Technology Inclusion) to help nonprofits accomplish more of their goals more efficiently and effectively, while being inclusive and proactive about diversity and equity.

She is also CEO and principal of the social enterprise consultancy, Good Plus Tech. She is widely published and quoted, including in Forbes, HuffPost, Thrive Global, and Harvard Business Review.  Because she can’t get enough of innovative world-changers, Amy also publishes on her passion project site, CharityIdeas.org. Amy’s 2018 Simon & Schuster book, “Simple Acts to Change the World: 500 Ways to Make a Difference,” is a tribute to the many great ideas she’s discovered on the topics of social good, social justice, equity, technology for good, and volunteering through her work and philanthropy.  On November 13 2024, she is releasing a Wiley Publishing book on artificial intelligence for nonprofits called, “Empower Your Nonprofit:  Simple Ways to Co-Create with AI for Profound Impact.”

 

Kristopher Chandler

Kris Chandler’s practice at Benesch is focused on technology transaction, data security and privacy, and intellectual property protection. In addition, he serves as Chair of Benesch’s multidisciplinary AI Commission, leading the firm’s efforts to guide clients in safely and legally deploying AI technologies and tools to enhance operations, drive innovation, and optimize and customize customer experiences. The team advises businesses in wide-ranging industries, developers of AI tech and tools, investors, collaborators, service providers, and users/integrators on the legal implications of AI innovations and associated risks while proactively monitoring proposed laws, regulations and litigation.

Julie Jones

With a career focused exclusively on nonprofits and spanning nearly 30 years, Julie brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, insight, and value to her clients. Julie’s strong leadership and steadfast commitment to nonprofits made her the obvious choice to serve as National Leader of Marcum’s Nonprofit & Social Sector Group. Known for her collaborative approach and ability to deliver results, numerous nonprofits count on her to advise them on topics across the gamut — from operational efficiencies to financial best practices and growth acceleration. Julie currently functions as the outsourced CFO for multiple nonprofits and trade associations.

Beyond her work at Marcum, Julie is committed to making a positive impact in her community. She currently serves on the Board of the Marcum Foundation of America and previously served as Chair of the Board of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington and on the Board for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Julie was recently recognized for her exceptional contributions to the accounting industry with the 2023 GWSCPA Women’s Innovator Award. Julie has presented on topics ranging from nonprofit management to Federal grant compliance and reading financial statements.

Héc Maldonado-Reis

Héc Maldonado-Reis (they/them/elle) is the Director of Impact Strategy at Tech Impact where they assist clients with the strategic assessment, planning, measurement & evaluation services they need to design and advance their social impact missions. Héc is an engineer, data scientist, and population & public health professional experienced at facilitating collaborations between government, nonprofit and private sectors. Prior to this role, Héc served as Tech Impact’s Data Innovation Lab Director of Research Development & Analytics.

Outside of Tech Impact, Héc is an executive board member of various nonprofit organizations with both local and global reach and is a Social Impact Strategy Teaching Fellow at University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice’s Center for Social Impact Strategy (CSIS). Héc is an accelerated student in the MS in Nonprofit Leadership program at the University of Pennsylvania. When not at work, you’ll likely find them out for a long walk, or on a spontaneous road-trip with their husband and Aussie pup.

David Mustin

David Mustin is a vice president of strategic IT consulting at Marcum Technology, responsible for implementing technology projects such as strategic IT roadmaps, IT assessments, system selections, restructuring, and post deal value capture. David specializes in developing and executing business and IT strategic growth and transformation initiatives. He has an extensive background in formulating and executing technology strategies and digital transformation initiatives.

His industry experience includes work with manufacturing companies, high-tech firms, healthcare providers, life sciences companies, professional service organizations, and nonprofit entities. He works closely with clients to formulate strategic growth and profitability opportunities while also addressing their technology needs. David serves on the boards of the Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland Leadership Center, and South Pointe Hospital. He is a graduate of Leadership Cleveland’s Class of 2014.

 

Leon Wilson

As Chief Information Officer and Chief of Digital Innovation at the Cleveland Foundation, Leon Wilson leads strategic and transformational use of technology and data within the foundation, as well as oversees the foundation’s Digital Excellence grant-making strategy geared toward “building a stronger, more equitable and inclusive digital community,” which includes elevating Greater Cleveland’s position as a major regional smart community and technology innovation hub.

Leon brings more than 25 years of senior-level technology experience to the foundation and our community. Previously, Leon served as the Senior Director of Technology & Data Engagement for the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), advising executive staff, board and advisory committee members and nonprofit and philanthropic leaders across Michigan on technology strategic planning initiatives and investments that would positively impact support, delivery and expansion of the nonprofits’ respective social missions.

Leon is a 2015 Nonprofit Technology Network (NTEN) Lifetime Achievement Awardee and board member for the Council of Foundation’s Technology Affinity Group, as well as other national and local nonprofit technology-oriented organizations. He is a frequent speaker at nonprofit conferences and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Michigan. Leon is a graduate of Leadership Detroit’s Class of 2015. He also had a distinguished military career with the U.S. Army Reserve.

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What Last Year’s Attendees Said

{FANTASTIC and inspirational speakers. So relevant to our everyday. 5 out of 5 stars! We are so lucky to have BVU here in Cleveland.
Dawn Yorko
Business Director, Canopy Child Advocacy Center
{I appreciated the subject matter expertise each speaker brought to their topics, and that everything was timely and we stayed on schedule which made for a jam-packed agenda, but nothing was rushed, skipped or missed due to poor time. Great event overall! Excellent job, BVU team!
Melanie Myers
Organization Development Specialist, Oswald Companies
{It is not often that I attend events where all the speakers are as amazing as these three were. This was time well spent and helped rejuvenate me. The nonprofit environment right now is stressful, and this event gave me an opportunity to refocus on myself and becoming the best leader I can be.
Elaine Gimmel
Executive Director, EDEN
{I cannot thank you enough for inviting me. I have been to probably hundreds of events over the years and this was the best one. My colleagues and I have attended multiple events together and we all felt the same way. I also heard that from others at our table. There isn’t a leader or team member who didn’t need today's event. I could go on and on. THANK YOU!
Rebecca Sabino
Account Executive, Medical Mutual
{The speakers were engaging and motivating! I highly enjoyed myself and already bought 2 books that were recommended.
Darrell Gawlik
HR Director, Malley's Chocolates
{Fantastic mix of corporate, education, and nonprofit focus, plus a great storyline that let the presentations build on each other. Kudos to BVU for inviting them to speak! Came on a whim because I know and trust the staff, stayed because the speakers and showflow were exceptional.
Tim Parsons
Senior Advisor, Idealist
{It was a lovely event. It gave me hope that I can be a good leader and that I'm not alone in the way I feel.
Micayla Fern
Finance Manager, Hahn Loeser
{Each speaker on their own would have been enough, however the story and information they told and the order in which they shared their expertise took the morning to another level.
Gil Rubanenko
Board Member, Allison Rose Foundation