Coffee & Connections: Smarter, Faster, More Impactful -- How Nonprofits Are Using AI to Work Differently

Topic Title:  Smarter, Faster, More Impactful -- How Nonprofits Are Using AI to Work Differently

Schedule:

9:00 – 9:05 a.m.               Virtual Networking, Getting Settled

9:05 – 9:15 a.m.               Opening Remarks: VCCF & CNL

9:15 – 9:35 a.m.               Featured Presentation 

9:35 – 10:15 a.m.             Moderated Panel Discussion -- Lessons from early nonprofit adopters

10:15 – 10:25 a.m.            Audience Q&A

10:25 – 10:30 a.m.            Closing Reflections & Adjourn

Description: 

Join us for the April installment of the Coffee & Connections series, co-convened by the Ventura County Community Foundation (VCCF) and the Cal Lutheran Center for Nonprofit Leadership (CNL).

This virtual workshop will feature insights from the founders of Coastal Intelligence, who will demystify how artificial intelligence is being applied in real, practical ways across the nonprofit sector—from streamlining operations to strengthening fundraising and communications.

Following the presentation, a panel of early AI adopters will share candid reflections on their experience integrating AI into their work, including measurable productivity gains, lessons learned, and what they wish they had known earlier.

This is not a technical deep dive, but a practical, peer-informed conversation designed to help nonprofit leaders understand where to start, what’s possible, and how to move forward with confidence.

Come ready for insight, inspiration, and a grounded look at how AI can support your mission—today.

Speakers:

Mark Sylvester & Mike Wald, Coastal Intelligence

Confirmed Panelists:

Vanessa Bechtel, VCCF

Bonnie Gilles, VCCF

Shawna Morris, Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families

Registration: 

RSVP required. 

Please register at:  (Link forthcoming)