Join us for the Texas Nonprofit Summit, September 20-21, 2012!

Greenlights and OneStar Foundation are proud to present the 2012 Texas Nonprofit Summit! Join more than 700 nonprofit professionals, board members, funders, government representatives and other community leaders to experience an inspiring, productive two days of learning and networking. Learn nonprofit management best practices, explore innovative trends and emerging opportunities for collaboration, share ideas and resources, and more.

What: 2012 Texas Nonprofit Summit
When: September 20-21, 2012
Where: AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center, Austin, TX

This year's conference theme, Inspiring Allies and Impact, is about bringing our diverse sector of nonprofit leaders together to strengthen collaboration and enhance the impact of our work. Whether it's through the compelling message of a speaker, new strategies learned at sessions, networking and idea-sharing with peers, or finding the perfect product or service from an exhibitor, the Texas Nonprofit Summit will inspire you, help you build alliances and support your efforts to maximize the impact of your work.

Hear About the Conference from Participants

Featured Speakers

Tererai Trent, Ph.D.

Dr. Tererai Trent, Oprah’s “All Time Favorite Guest,” is a senior consultant with more than 18 years of international experience in professional program and policy evaluation. Her work has taken her to five continents, including working for the major global humanitarian organization Heifer International as a Deputy Director for Planning and Evaluation. Read more

Peter Bishop, Ph.D.

Dr. Peter Bishop is an Associate Professor of Strategic Foresight and Coordinator of the graduate program in Futures Studies at the University of Houston. Dr. Bishop specializes in techniques for long term forecasting and planning. He also facilitates groups in developing scenarios, visions and strategic plans for the future. Read more

Penelope Burk

Penelope Burk has more than 40 years of experience in not-for-profit management, fundraising and research. She began her career in market research, public relations and fundraising, becoming known as a "turn-around specialist" who advocated innovative solutions to improve revenue and institutional performance. Read more

2011 Texas Nonprofit Summit Materials

Handouts from the breakout session presentations are available on Slideshare, and check out video of two of our featured speakers - Beth Kanter and Evan Smith.

If you want to look back at some of the conference conversations that took place online, check out our social media dashboard and our archive of the #TXNS twitter stream!