Led by Rachel Kimber, Managing Director, Full Circle Impact Solutions

A hands-on, values-based session designed for nonprofit grantmakers and leaders to explore AI fundamentals, real-world use cases, and ethical risks. Participants will build foundational knowledge of AI tools and trends, engage in a live demonstration, and begin shaping internal AI policies using best practices and equity-aligned frameworks. The session emphasizes practical application and strategic alignment with mission-driven work

• Gain a clear understanding of AI fundamentals, ethical risks, and sector-specific use cases tailored for nonprofits
• Participate in a live AI demo and hands-on prompting practice to explore how tools like ChatGPT can support your mission
• Begin shaping internal AI policies using best practices and frameworks that align with your organization’s values

Presented by Sheri Marlin, Executive Director for the Waters Center for Systems Thinking, and David Mandel, Ph.D.,
Systems Thinking & Organizational Leadership Expert

In an increasingly complex world, nonprofit executives are being called not only to lead their organizations—but to lead systems change. This high-impact, interactive session, facilitated by the globally recognized Waters Center for Systems Thinking, equips nonprofit CEOs and executive directors with practical tools to lead with clarity, agility, and intention.

Participants will explore the 14 Habits of a Systems Thinker and apply these frameworks to real-world nonprofit challenges—from deepening organizational alignment with mission and values, to shifting internal culture and anticipating unintended consequences of well-intentioned strategies. Through hands-on activities and structured dialogue, leaders will walk away with a sharpened lens for understanding systems, identifying leverage points, and building resilience across their teams and communities.