Guest Speaker: Julia C. Patrick, Founder & CEO | American Nonprofit Academy

Julia is a premier thought leader and champion for the nonprofit sector. With decades of experience as a nonprofit board member, volunteer, and multi-generational philanthropist,
Julia is dedicated to empowering nonprofit organizations. She has a reputation for hard-hitting executive coaching, strategic governance training, and compelling public speaking. Recognizing critical gaps in nonprofit effectiveness, Julia established the Academy in 2014 to deliver essential tools and best practices in leadership, branding, communication, fundraising, and financial
management. She is renowned for her engaging and interactive presentations, including her widely acclaimed Nonprofit Board Boot Camps and Chalk Talk series. The award-winning writer is noted for delivering practical, actionable insights tailored for nonprofit success. Julia is also the visionary behind The Nonprofit Show, the nation’s only daily live broadcast designed specifically for nonprofit professionals. The number one ranked podcast has produced more than 1,400 episodes with topics ranging from nonprofit finance, labor, marketing, fundraising, board governance and technology. She authored the influential book Building Board Champions: Activating
Impactful Nonprofit Board Members, providing nonprofit leaders with clear, achievable strategies to cultivate strong and committed governance. Patrick has also published and co-authored The Architecture of Fundraising: Building A Career, Developing Relationships, Structuring Success. Julia Patrick’s influence extends internationally, where she actively shares her passion for strengthening nonprofit organizations. Her holistic approach, enthusiasm, and proven methodologies continue to help nonprofit leaders drive meaningful change. When asked about her place on the philanthropic landscape, Patrick reflects, “I guess, I am a nonprofit architect of sorts. It’s aweinspiring to witness nonprofits build, grow and find solutions. However I can be a part of that journey is the essence of who I am.”

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