June 2026

Leadership Council Upcoming Events

2026 Nonprofit Compensation & Benefits Study Presentation

Wednesday, June 10

9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Curious about the latest trends in nonprofit compensation and benefits? Wondering how your organization stacks up? Join us on June 10 to find out!

Leadership Council commissions a comprehensive study of nonprofit compensation and benefits in even years. Key findings from the completed study will be presented by the researchers from MRA, with time for discussion and Q&A. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about current nonprofit compensation and benefits trends in our region! 

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Dean Dorton, for sponsoring the study since 2018.

UST Workforce Solutions for Nonprofits Webinar

Wednesday, June 10

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

UST is hosting a short webinar highlighting the exclusive benefits available to our members through our longtime partnership. Register today to learn more about a little-known tax exemption available exclusively to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and discover how you can streamline internal processes, ensure compliance, and create operational efficiencies—all while mitigating risk and unnecessary expenses.

Register to learn how to:

• Save money on unemployment expenses
• Effectively manage unemployment claims, protests, and hearings
• Partner with UST to address your nonprofit's unique needs

Not a Leadership Council member? No problem! You are welcome to join us to learn about UST's services. Can't attend the live session? Register anyway, and you'll receive a recording of the live event to watch at your convenience.

PBPO Quarterly Employment Webinar Series

Practical Anti-Harassment Strategies for Nonprofits

Wednesday, June 10

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join PBPO and KMK Law for an insightful and practical webinar designed specifically for employers, HR professionals, and managers who are committed to fostering respectful, compliant workplaces.

Topics include:

• Best practices for preventing and responding to workplace harassment complaints
• Conducting effective workplace investigations and avoiding retaliation issues
• Recent enforcement trends and common employer pitfalls.

2026 Securing the Future Conference

Call for Proposals for Session Presenters

Deadline: July 6, 2026

Announcing our call for presenters for the 2026 Securing the Future conference on Oct. 20, 2026! If you are interested in volunteering to present a session at our full-day conference, please see the guidelines here.

Act now - the deadline is July 6!

Leaders Circles

September 2026 - May 2027

Leaders Circles registration is now open through July 31!

New! We are offering virtual info sessions for people who want to learn more about the experience before registering, whether first-time or returning participants. There are two 1-hour sessions available: June 9 or June 16.

Don't miss your chance to join this 9-month program that provides monthly facilitated peer sessions to help nonprofit leaders build a support network and talk through challenges and opportunities they face in a confidential setting. Leaders Circles are formed for a variety of staff roles and are ideal for rising leaders who have been in their role at least six months.

This popular program is exclusive to Leadership Council members. Not a member? Become a member today to join a Leaders Circle and take advantage of many more programs and benefits!

No late registrations will be accepted, so secure your spot now!

Exclusive sponsorship of this program is still available – please contact Beth for more info.

BOLD

Board Orientation + Leadership Development

Cohort 26

Thursdays, Sept. 10 - Oct. 1, 2026

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (4 in-person sessions)

Our final 2026 BOLD cohort is this fall! Don't miss your chance to become a Certified Nonprofit Board Leader in 2026!

Are you looking to get more involved in your community and find meaningful ways to use your skills and talents to help those in need? Our BOLD program is the perfect place to start.

Designed for aspiring or novice board members, our core BOLD program will help you turn your passion into action and elevate your impact in our community! Sign up for BOLD to refine your skills, deepen your commitment, and maximize your ability to make a difference. If you are not yet serving on a board, our BOLD Board Coordinator will work with you to find a board opening that aligns with your passion. Register today!

Attention BOLD Grads: Check out our BOLD Board Connections and find your perfect board match!

Need help choosing a Leadership Council program for yourself or your team? Check out our handy upcoming programs guide to learn more about our upcoming events, who should attend, plus all the pertinent details.