The ANA Nonprofit Conference: Better Than Ever
Kick off 2025 by joining us February 25-27 on the banks of the Potomac just outside of Washington D.C. for the 2025 ANA Nonprofit Conference. Together, we’ll explore the latest trends, strategies, and technologies transforming the nonprofit sector.
Highlights
Visionary Keynotes
Gain fresh perspectives and groundbreaking solutions from thought leaders tackling today’s challenges.
Interactive Workshops
Hands-on sessions with practical tools and insights into AI, creative engagement, and journey mapping for deeper donor relationships.
Strategy Showcase
Explore innovative products and services tailored to nonprofits.
Plus, dive into seven curated tracks offering expert-led sessions tailored to your nonprofit’s needs:
- Leadership: Gain essential skills to inspire teams, overcome challenges, and lead your organization with confidence.
- Cause Marketing: Discover how partnerships with for-profits can build trust, amplify visibility, and deliver mutual benefits.
- Changing Landscapes: Stay ahead in evolving technology, policies, and donor expectations with strategies to engage the next generation of donors.
- Data, Analytics, and Measurement: Learn to transform data into action with innovative methods for driving measurable results.
- Doing More with Less: Maximize impact with low-cost strategies, practical tools, and scalable innovations for sustainable success.
- Innovations and Investments: Navigate emerging tools and technologies to maximize your mission’s impact.
- Retention and Acquisition: Build donor loyalty, attract new supporters, and expand your impact across diverse channels.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain knowledge, connections, and tools to amplify your mission. Join us for this re-envisioned conference experience, designed to help nonprofits excel in a rapidly evolving world.
Please complete your registration at least 24 hours before the start of the event.
Thank you for registering for the 2025 ANA Nonprofit Conference! We'll see you in Oxon Hill!
To change, cancel, or reinstate your registration, please email registration@ana.net.
Conference Hosts
Connie Hannigan-Franck
Director, Digital Marketing
National Wildlife Federation
Shawnda Hollon
Director, Donor Stewardship and Engagement
USO
Susan McMullen
Vice President, Nonprofit
Data Axle
Keynote Speakers
Kimberly J. Cooper
Senior Vice President of Marketing
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Khalid El Khatib
Chief Marketing Officer
Consumer Reports
Gerald Johnson
EVP, Health Equity and Chief Diversity Officer
American Heart Association
Bob Liodice
Chief Executive Officer
ANA
Nancy Molenda
Vice President, Global Corporate Events and Philanthropy
Mattel, Inc.
Chris Oswald
Executive Vice President & Head of Government Relations
ANA
Dawn Rodney
Chief External Affairs Officer
National Park Foundation
Tunde Wackman
Chief Development Officer
World Central Kitchen
Other Confirmed Speakers
Jenny Allen
Principal, Senior Vice President
Mission Wired
Becca Blader
Senior Manager of Integrated Fundraising
Make-A-Wish America
Paul Clolery
Vice President & Editorial Director
The NonProfit Times
Peter Dean
Development Operations and Data Systems Manager
Rails to Trails Conservancy
Renee Durnin, CFRE
Senior Client Strategist
The Stelter Company
Richard Geiger
Senior Vice President, Nonprofit Solutions
Data Axle
Geoff Handy
Head of Mass Market Fundraising, North America
International Rescue Committee
Libbie Hayward
Director, Direct Response
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Rebecca Helberg
Sustainer Manager
Mercy Corps
Kate Hollandsworth
Senior Vice President of Strategy
AKwire
Breanna Holmes
Independent Consultant & Coach
Brenna Holmes Advisory Consulting
Michael Johnston
Founder and President
Hewitt and Johnston Consultants
Katy Jordan
Principal & Founder
Katy Jordan Consulting
Tyler Kalogeros-Treschuk
Director, Individual Giving
Center for Reproductive Rights
Cameron Lefevre
Senior Vice President
M+R
Courtney Lewis
Executive Vice President
Fuse Fundraising
Amanda Lichtenstein
Senior Manager of Fundraising Content
Operation Smile
Liz Lowe
VP, Client Relationships
Allegiance Group + Pursuant
Steve Maggio
Founder, President & CEO
DaVinci Direct, Inc.
Monica Muten
Vice President, Direct Response
Special Olympics International
Linsey Park
Director of Media Planning
Moore
Lisa Riordan
VP, Data Processing
Data Axle Nonprofit
Rick Roddam
Supervisor, Advertising
Allegiance Group + Pursuant
Kevin M. Ryan
Founder and CEO
Motivity
Peter Schoewe
Vice President and Director, Analytics
Mal Warwick Donordigital
Eliza Slone
Vice President, Strategy
mkdm
Laura Spellings
Manager, Gift Planning Marketing & Operations
World Wildlife Fund
Lacey Stone
Chief Development Officer
UNHCR USA
John Thompson
Chief Marketing Officer
TrueSense Marketing
Laura Thornton
Vice President, Global Philanthropy and Marketing
Children International
Katie Valvo
Vice President, Strategy and Planning
Epsilon
Elyse Wallnutt
Founder
Agility Lab Consulting
Beth Wrubleski
Senior Director, Direct Response
Obama Foundation
Anita Yankova
Deputy Vice President, Digital Marketing & Fundraising
IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare)
Jeff Zick
Senior Manager, Direct Response Fundraising
PETA Foundation
Your Venue
MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino | 101 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
For those registered to attend the conference, the ANA has negotiated a special room rate of $260 per night at the host venue, MGM National Harbor. Equal parts elegance and comfort, its 234 guest rooms and 74 suites are bold, well-appointed havens with modern amenities, including 48” HD LCD TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, and Serta pillow-top mattresses. The cut-off date to obtain this discounted rate is Monday, February 3, 2025, after which prevailing rates apply.
Parking
MGM National Harbor features 5,000 parking spaces in its self-park garage, accessible on either side of the resort from MGM National Ave. or Monument Ave. Valet parking, complimentary for select MGM Rewards members, is also available at the following rates:
- 0-12 hrs: $35
- 12-24 hrs: $45
- Overnight Fee: $45
- Upfront Fee: $100
HOUSING SCAM ALERT: Should an outside organization contact you to assist with this process, please do not book any hotel rooms with them. ANA has not contracted with any outside group to assist in this process.
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AI-Powered Networking App
The ANA Events app is the official app for all ANA national industry conferences, giving you mobile access to the full conference agenda, in-app networking with attendees, event-only social networking, and more.
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Conference Pricing
Attendees receive:
- Access to session content, including keynote and breakout sessions, conference meals, refreshment breaks, receptions, and exhibition hall and other networking opportunities.
- Access to virtual attendee networking and virtual exhibitor pages through the ANA Events app.
- A discounted rate at the host venue, MGM National Harbor.
| Client-Side Tier | Platinum Tier | Gold Tier | Silver Tier | Nonmember | |
| In-Person Registration - Early Bird (Register on or before January 13) | $0 | $1,049 | $1,249 | $1,349 | $1,599 |
| In-Person Registration - Regular (Register after January 13) | $0 | $1,199 | $1,399 | $1,499 | $1,799 |
Please complete your registration at least 24 hours before the start of the event.
Thank you for registering for the 2025 ANA Nonprofit Conference! We'll see you in Oxon Hill!
To change, cancel, or reinstate your registration, please email registration@ana.net.
Cancellation Policy and Notes
- A full refund for your registration will be granted if written request for cancellation is received by email 60 or more calendar days before the conference start date. A 50 percent refund will be granted if written request is received 59-45 days from the conference start date. No refund is available if cancellation is received 44 days or less before the conference start date. A $125 transfer fee will be charged for name changes, or to change the credit card on a registration.
- Complimentary tickets will incur a $250 no-show fee if cancellation is not made at least three days before the event.
- Unused registrations/applications have no monetary value and cannot be credited to future years or events.
- ANA will not issue refunds or credits due to failure to redeem a discount promo code during the registration process.
- Hotel room cancellations and changes must be made directly with the hotel.
- Miscellaneous:
- The conference agenda is subject to change.
- Pricing is subject to change.
- A portion of your guest room rate will be used to offset conference costs.
- ANA accepts no responsibility for the loss of, or damage to, personal property.
If you have any issues while registering, please contact registration@ana.net.
Conference Sponsors
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