2012 VolunteerMatch Client Summit

No matter the approach to CSR or volunteer engagement, we’re all partners in building strong connections between good people and good causes.

The VolunteerMatch Client Summit brings us together to share insights that will strengthen our individual CSR communities. It is the only event focused on the unique challenges of our corporate partners, promising the chance to connect, educate and inspire!

Program Highlights:

Notable speakers and experts on topics relating to volunteer engagement, CSR, technology and program administration
Roundtable discussions with peers and subject matter experts
Best practices and insights from VolunteerMatch experts
2012 Corporate Volunteer Awards announcements

Summit participants include professionals in:

From coast to coast, more companies are choosing to invest in volunteer programs to engage employees, consumers, and the community at large in supporting the work of mission-based organizations.

From measurement and reporting to branding and communications, executives have more tools, and more choices to make, than ever before. What are the secrets behind today’s most effective programs? What drives the trends and innovations that will impact our field in the future? How can you make the most from your VolunteerMatch site to exceed expectations and produce lasting social impact?

Held annually since 2002, the Client Summit is an opportunity for VolunteerMatch clients and partners to share best practices and network with peers. Join thought-leaders, academics and experts in employee volunteering and CSR in Chicago for this special event.

Corporate Philanthropy
Community Affairs
Employee Engagement
Brand Management
Cause Marketing
Corporate Social Responsibility

Attire:

May 17th: Business casual
May 18th: Casual

Carol Cone
Global Vice Chair
Edelman Business + Social Purpose

May 17th Keynote Address:
The Radically Engaged Business

Meg Garlinghouse
Head of Social Impact
LinkedIn

May 18th Keynote Chat:
Going Social: The Changing Landscape of Volunteerism & Service

HOST:

SUPPORTING SPONSOR:

MEDIA PARTNER:

Contact Robert Rosenthal, VolunteerMatch, at news@volunteermatch.org.

We'll be live tweeting and blogging the summit. To keep up with the action, join us on Twitter @VM_Solutions (and watch hashtag #vmcs12).

We'll also be posting updates and recaps to our LinkedIn subgroup for VolunteerMatch Solutions.

The 2012 VolunteerMatch Client Summit is an invite-only event for current clients. There is no cost to attend the Summit. Registration will open in February 2012. Contact Casey Brennan for more information: cbrennan@volunteermatch.org