Monday, June 15, 2026
10:30am-12:10pm
A - Building Your Nonprofit Tech Stack on a Budget
Credits: 2.0 IN
Randolph P. Johnston, MCS
K2 Enterprises
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Hutchinson, KS
Nonprofits are under constant pressure to do more with less, especially when it comes to technology. Participate in this session to learn how to develop a practical roadmap for building and optimizing a nonprofit technology stack without overspending or overengineering. In this session, you will learn how to evaluate core technology needs, prioritize investments and select cost effective tools to support your organization. You will learn real world strategies for leveraging budget-friendly solutions while avoiding common mistakes and pitfalls. Upon completing this session, you will have a clear framework for making smarter, budget-conscious technology decisions.
12:20pm-2:00pm
B - AI & Automation Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations
Credits: 2.0 IN
Stephen M. Yoss, CPA, MS
K2 Enterprises
,
Hammond, LA
Two of the most critical technologies facing businesses today (including nonprofits) are Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation. However, despite the significance of these tools, many managers struggle to understand the “how’s and why’s” of these tools. Participants in this session will learn from practical, real-world examples how to leverage AI and automation for increased efficiency, accuracy, and internal control. Participants will also learn about some of the leading tools in these fields and best practices for putting the tools to work safely and securely. If you are looking for practical guidance on using AI and automation tools in your nonprofit organization, this is a “must-see” session.
2:30pm-4:10pm
C - Ripped From the Headlines: Lessons Learned From the Most Interesting Tech Crimes
Credits: 2.0 AI
Brian Tankersley, CPA.CITP, CGMA
K2 Enterprises
,
Hammond, LA
This session dives into real-world cases of financial fraud, cybercrime and ethics breaches that captivated the business and accounting world. Analyze how these crimes unfolded, the warning signs that were missed and the internal control and technology failures that enabled them. Participants will explore modern threats, including AI-enabled deception, and learn practical steps to strengthen fraud prevention, data protection and governance. From shocking embezzlements to headline-making cyberattacks, this course turns true stories into powerful lessons for today’s accounting and finance professionals.
4:20pm-6:00pm
D - Stop Wasting Time in Excel
Credits: 2.0 CN
Thomas G. Stephens Jr, CPA, CITP, CGMA
Managing Partner
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K2 Enterprises
,
Hammond, LA
Are you ready to unlock Excel’s full potential? In today’s fast-paced world, mastering Excel isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s a must for anyone who wants to work smarter, faster and with greater accuracy. Make plans to participate in this dynamic, Excel-centric session designed for professionals like you. Discover how you can leverage features like templates, Precision as Displayed and PivotTables, along with new tools such as Dynamic Arrays, advanced data cleaning, PIVOTBY and GROUPBY functions, and seamless Copilot integration. These features will transform how you and your team analyze data, automate reporting, and deliver actionable insights from Excel.
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