Managing Through Change
9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions A (Philanthropy)
Description:
Regardless of your political persuasion, we can all agree that change is afoot, and some of the policy alterations that the new administration will enact will invariably affect nonprofits. Many nonprofits are worried that new policies will “affect the at-risk and vulnerable populations they serve.” Some organizations fear that their mission will no longer be funded, while others hope the new administration will embrace their cause. What’s true is that some changes might bring benefits; others may be painful. Are you ready to act? Join Emma for a conversation on what you can do to be ready for change
Objectives
Regardless of your political persuasion, we can all agree that change is afoot, and some of the policy alterations that the new administration will enact will invariably affect nonprofits. Many nonprofits are worried that new policies will “affect the at-risk and vulnerable populations they serve.” Some organizations fear that their mission will no longer be funded, while others hope the new administration will embrace their cause. What’s true is that some changes might bring benefits; others may be painful. Are you ready to act? Join Emma for a conversation on what you can do to be ready for change
Objectives
- Discuss current climate of change
- Learn about how to be successful in change
- Understand the steps necessary to be ready for change

Speaker:
Emma Kieran
Principal, Pilot Peak Consulting
With over 16 years of fundraising experience, Emma started Pilot Peak Consulting in 2014. She has worked with over 60 nonprofits on a broad range of projects from planning to implementation, coaching and interim services. Prior to founding Pilot Peak Consulting, Emma was Vice President for Fundraising and Development at Orr Associates, Inc. (OAI) and Senior Director at Changing Our World. Before working as a consultant, Emma worked in fundraising for Sidwell Friends School and Capitol Hill Day School. Emma holds an MPA from American University and a BA from Connecticut College, and is an avid marathoner and two-time Ironman triathlete.
Emma Kieran
Principal, Pilot Peak Consulting
With over 16 years of fundraising experience, Emma started Pilot Peak Consulting in 2014. She has worked with over 60 nonprofits on a broad range of projects from planning to implementation, coaching and interim services. Prior to founding Pilot Peak Consulting, Emma was Vice President for Fundraising and Development at Orr Associates, Inc. (OAI) and Senior Director at Changing Our World. Before working as a consultant, Emma worked in fundraising for Sidwell Friends School and Capitol Hill Day School. Emma holds an MPA from American University and a BA from Connecticut College, and is an avid marathoner and two-time Ironman triathlete.
GPCI Competencies Addressed:
- Knowledge of strategies for effective program and project design and development.