10NTC Overview
We’re one week away from the biggest nonprofit technology gathering of the year: 2010 Nonprofit Technology Conference. For the first time, this event will be held in Atlanta, GA at the Omni CNN Center. In years past, the conference has been held in San Francisco, but this year NTEN is teaming up with the Georgia Center for Nonprofits to promote technology within nonprofit organizations on the east coast.
Nonprofit Techies
Nonprofit techies from across the country (and around the world) will be descending upon Atlanta next week to learn about the latest trends in nonprofit technology and share best practices. In a time where many nonprofits are feeling the squeeze of the economic downturn, finding ways to leverage technology is more important than ever. In a downturn, many nonprofits experience increased demand for their services while at the same time they often feel the pinch when donors can no longer maintain their previous levels of giving. Nonprofit executives are constantly looking for new ways that technology can help their organizations raise awareness, increase supporter activity, raise money, and improve operational efficiencies. Nonprofit techies are the heroes of this movement and are paving the way for nonprofit growth in the future.
The Nonprofit Technology Community
If you’re attending the conference this year, be sure to spend some extra time building new relationships. One of the main benefits of this conference is the ability to make new connections with others in the nonprofit technology space and discover new ideas. You will most likely be introduced to others that are trying to solve similar problems and happy to share their experience with you. One of the best ways to do this is to attend the unofficial meetups surrounding the conference. Many of these you can attend even without a conference badge. So if you’re in Atlanta next week, be sure to register for the 10NTC unofficial events. For anyone who might be interested, I will be hosting “10NTC – The Non-Profit Technology Rooftop Mixer” atop The Glenn Hotel on Friday, April 9th. If you’re there, be sure to find me and say hello!
