The 2025 conference is particularly special, as it marks the start of the Center’s 35th Anniversary, celebrating decades of strengthening the state’s nonprofit sector.
We are especially thankful to two groups who are critical to our conference success.
The Host Committee plays a vital role in shaping an engaging, inspiring, and meaningful conference experience. Made up of dedicated nonprofit leaders, advocates, and corporate partners, this volunteer group provides strategic guidance, promotes the event, and ensures strong representation from across North Carolina.
Carol Holland-Townebank
Shannon Williams-Armstrong McGuire
Linh Pham-John Rex Endowment
Kim Chambers-TROSA
Marques Thompson-Democracy NC
Mark Lamberth-Marsh McLennan Agency
Libby Richard-LENOVO
Molly O’Connor-Three Ships
Lois Deloatch
Sheleigh Fox- Phield Guides, LLC
Elaine Martyn-Fidelity Charitable
Jennifer Allen-Bank of America
Trinishia Dean-Union County Local Partnership, Alliance for Children
Louis Duke, Duke Energy Foundation
Our conference would not be a successful event without the efforts and contributions of our Session Review Committee. These individuals meet throughout the months leading up to the conference to plan out concurrent sessions and other programming.
Amy Navejas, Executive Director, North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance
Ellysa Smith, Human Resources Manager, Foundation for Health Leadership and Innovation
Eric Stone, Director of Operations, Insight Human Services
Irina Stephens, Program Director, MDC
Jamie Green, Vice President Finance & Administration, Hope Haven
Kathy Davis, Program Director, HandsOn Northwest NC
Kelly Sokalski, Head of Development, Hope For The Warriors
Kim Chambers, Chief Financial Officer, TROSA
Kristen Perry, Chief Operating Officer, Senior Services, Inc.
Marie Hopper, President, FIRST North Carolina
Merald Holloway, Partnership Manager, MDC
Morgan Webster, Consultant, Morgan Webster Consulting
Samantha Nevins, Executive Director, Disability Rights & Resources
Sarah Cothren, Executive Director, NC Foundation for Alcohol and Drug Studies
Teshanee Williams, Assistant Professor of Public Administration and Government, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Interested in joining the Session Review Committee for 2026? Submit our interest form!