Points of Light Conference
June 22–25, 2026 | Washington, D.C.

Onuka Ibe, Managing Partner, and Humberto Camarena, Senior Consultant, will co-facilitate Clarity Under Pressure: Tactical Decision-Making Tools for Team Leaders, an interactive Learning Lab designed for leaders navigating complex decisions in uncertain environments, at the Points of Light 2026 Conference in Washington, DC.

In this hands-on session, Onuka and Humberto will share information on practical tools to help organizations make values-aligned decisions while balancing competing priorities, shifting policies, and operational pressures. Through real-world scenarios and guided exercises, participants will assess current challenges, map strategic options, and define what strong decision-making looks like in their unique context.

Participants will leave with a clear snapshot of their team’s current state, a values-based decision framework, and a 30-day action plan to move forward with clarity and momentum.

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Family Focused Treatment Association Conference
July 7–10, 2026 | Chicago, IL

Ali Carella, Senior Consultant, will present Sustained Collaboration: Unlocking Greater Impact Through Strategic Partnership at the annual national conference of the Family Focused Treatment Association in Chicago, IL

In this workshop, Ali will present the full spectrum of strategic partnerships available to nonprofits, including mergers, shared services, back-office consolidations, and other alliance models. Designed for leaders navigating complex organizational challenges, the session will provide practical guidance on how to assess partnership opportunities and initiate conversations with potential collaborators.

Participants will gain insight into partnership structures, readiness indicators, and key process considerations, along with the cultural factors that influence successful collaboration. The session will also feature case studies and real-world examples, with time for Q&A and access to additional tools and resources to support continued learning.

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Easterseals National Conference for Affiliates
October 28, 2026 | Chicago, IL

Onuka Ibe, Managing Partner, will lead Mergers and Alliances as a Sustainability Strategy for Mission-Driven Organizations at Easterseals national conference for affiliates in Chicago, IL. The session will include an educational presentation followed by a facilitated panel featuring Easterseals affiliate leaders who have successfully grown through mergers.

In this 90-minute workshop, Onuka will share how mergers and alliances can serve as powerful tools for navigating today’s increasingly complex nonprofit landscape. With nonprofits facing mounting challenges — from funding pressures to workforce shifts — this session will help leaders understand how strategic partnerships can drive mission-aligned growth, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

Attendees will gain practical insight into the “what, why, and how” of M&A, including operational considerations, cultural alignment, and key lessons learned from real-world experiences.

More information coming soon.