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2025 My ADRP Live MidwestFriday, May 30 | 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM CT
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8.30 AM | Arrivals, Registration, and Continental Breakfast |
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM |
Panel Discussion: Unlocking the Power of AI in Donor Relations and Fundraising |
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM | Break |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
My ADRP Live Group Discussions Sample Discussion Questions:
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Networking |
Unlocking the Power of AI in Donor Relations and Fundraising
Join this dynamic panel session to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming donor relations and fundraising strategy. Learn how AI-powered tools can enhance donor segmentation and engagement, leading to stronger relationships and improved outcomes. A featured case study will examine the successful implementation of a Virtual Engagement Officer (VEO) into a donor engagement strategy, offering practical insights and actionable takeaways to help you confidently integrate AI at your organization.
Learning Objectives
Panelists
Susan Lewers
Associate Vice President, Major and Planned Gifts
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL
With over 25 years of experience in philanthropy, Susan Lewers has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and securing transformative gifts. As Associate Vice President for Major Gifts and Gift Planning at Illinois Institute of Technology, she leads efforts across major gifts, planned giving, and corporate engagement, playing a central role in the university’s $1B comprehensive campaign. Susan is also a driving force behind innovation in advancement, having partnered with Givzey to launch Illinois Tech's first virtual engagement officer, Scarlet, which connects with donors through autonomous fundraising technology.
Tiffany Goetzinger
Associate Director of Internal Communications
NORC at University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Tiffany Goetzinger is a mission-driven communicator, staff advocate, and strategic partner with 15 years of experience leading communications and advocacy campaigns. As associate director of internal communications at NORC, she leads efforts to keep staff informed, engaged, and connected to the organization’s mission, partnering closely with departments and leadership. She oversees internal campaigns across multiple channels—including SharePoint, email, digital signage, and events—and is known for elevating internal communications to the level of NORC’s external-facing work. Prior to NORC, Tiffany held leadership roles in communications, development, and program management at nonprofits and academic institutions, and previously worked as a DC-based social worker and policy advocate focused on labor rights and human trafficking.
Nora Zei
General Manager and Chief Membership and Participant Experience Officer
Rotary International, Evanston, IL
Nora Zei leads a team focused on defining the strategic growth of the participant experience across multiple products, services, and touchpoints by deepening an understanding of the overall participant journey. She earned an MBA in strategic management from Chicago Booth and is a member and current president of the Rotary Club of Chicago Cosmopolitan. Nora has been watching the development of AI carefully from the perspective of how it will transform the work we do, and has led an AI learning community among Rotary International staff.
Alexa Cottrell, Chair, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
Analisa Gama, Board Liaison, The Rotary Foundation
Susan Brekelmans, Benefactor Group
Kellie Fields, Illinois Institute of Technology
Brittany Giatras, United Service Organizations
Lauren Lemke, Medical College of Wisconsin
Rebekah Nowak, University of Chicago
Kisha Patel, Purdue for Life Foundation
Holden Scheidel, The Rotary Foundation
Andrew Waldner, University of Chicago