- Leverage employee volunteering to boost retention and create belonging
- Master collaborative problem-solving techniques that transform workplace culture
- Connect with fellow purpose-driven professionals making a difference in the Triangle
Whether you’re looking to launch your first volunteer program or elevate your existing CSR initiatives, you’ll leave with actionable insights from social impact experts and local changemakers who are redefining what it means to be a business for good.
Event Details
- Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- }8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Raleigh Founded, 509 West North Street, Suite 224, Raleigh
Big & Bold-Small & Mighty: Strategies for Creating Impactful Volunteer Initiatives Regardless of Your Organization’s Size
Moderator: Gerald Givens, Boots on the Ground & Activate Good
Panelists:
Natalie Smith, ThinkTech Advisors
Libby Richards, Lenovo
Tyler McKenney, Emendo
Marisa Madia, Wasserman
Katherine Koonce, Southern Energy Management
In this session, we’ll explore how organizations of all sizes can design and implement powerful volunteer initiatives that create meaningful impact in their communities. You’ll discover practical strategies for leveraging your unique organizational strengths—whether you have abundant resources or operate with limited capacity—to build sustainable volunteer programs that amplify your mission.
Employee Engagement For Good: Best Practices to Boost Culture, Belonging & Retention
Presenter: Stephanie Brady, i.f.g. Studios
Learn why and how community engagement and employee volunteering can boost talent retention, recruiting, and a culture of belonging. We’ll highlight recent “workforce for good” research and best practices.
Ethical Leadership: Driving Business Value Through Values
Moderator: Katherine Garcia, BaySix
Panelists:
Cheryl Howard, Howard Consulting
Dr. Susie Castellanos Hansley, Ph.D, Smart Stress Solutions
Dr. Amna Shabbir, Amna Shabbir Wellness Coaching
Brandi McCarn Gerew, Pinnacle
In this session, you’ll discover how ethical leadership practices can create sustainable business value while strengthening organizational culture and stakeholder relationships. We’ll explore practical frameworks for aligning core values with strategic decision-making, empowering leaders to drive both profitability and positive social impact in today’s complex business environment.
DEI: More than Words - Responsibility
Moderator: Marcy Bullock, Marcy Lee Coaching
Panelists:
Sertrice Shipley, Plan to Action
Diana Graham, Crowned for Success Global Consulting, LLC
Alex Dumas, Abundant Leadership Ventures
Kim Korando, Smith Anderson
Anu Miller, ETS & Activate Good
Deanna Jones, Pres. of Harmony LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce
Kim Korando, Smith Anderson
Collaborative Problem Solving - Collaborative Approaches To Corporate Social Responsibility and Creating Positive Impact Beyond Financial Metrics
Presenter: John Cerquiera, Pinwheel Associates
In many organizations, when challenges arise, miscommunication, misunderstandings, and unstructured collaboration lead to inefficiencies, frustration, and potentially conflict. Without a shared approach to problem solving, ideas get lost, voices go unheard, and decisions .
Collaborative problem solving isn’t just about exchanging information—it’s about fostering an environment where ideas flow freely, trust is built, and teams work together toward shared goals. Setting the right tone and following a structured process ensures that discussions are productive, diverse perspectives are valued, and collective decision-making leads to meaningful action. By mastering collaborative problem solving, individuals and teams can improve efficiency, strengthen relationships, and drive better outcomes.
This session will equip participants with the tools and strategies to enhance their communication skills, create a more collaborative culture, and navigate complex conversations with confidence.
Community Partnerships- Cultivating, Establishing, and Nurturing Relationships
Moderator: Olivia Ecker, VitalEdge Technologies & Activate Good
Panelists:
Jessie Hathcock, The Loading Dock
Jennifer Meyer, Consider Jennifer
Patricia Marks, Bugg Magnet Center for Design and Computer Sciences
Crash Gregg, Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby’s International Realty
Angelyn Smith, Microsoft
Why You Should Attend
- Gain expert insights to inspire even the most hesitant leaders to embrace social impact.
- Learn how to level up your employee volunteer program—whether you’re big and bold or small and mighty.
- Discover how to build volunteer opportunities that truly engage your employees.
- Explore the transformative local impact of The eLOVEate Schools Project and how your business can make a difference.
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