*Watch for more 2026 updates!* Through these options, you can participate in a sessions on social innovation, creative problem-solving, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Digital Transformation.
- “AI Made Simple: Practical Tools for Non-profits” (Toby Nwabuogor – AI for Recreation Professionals)
- “Social Entrepreneurship: From the Basics to Myth-Busting to Maximizing Impact” (Brittni Kerluke – Trico Charitable Foundation)
- “Subtract: Choosing more by doing less” (Jennifer DeDominicis – Distill Coaching + Consulting)
- “Harnessing AI Agents to Drive Innovation in Non-Profit Organizations” (Adriano Leite – Motiv Innovation Group)
“AI Made Simple: Practical Tools for Non-profits”
Time: TBD
Presenter: Toby Nwabuogor – AI for Recreation Professionals
Description: Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way organizations work—but for many nonprofit leaders and staff, it can feel overwhelming or out of reach. This interactive workshop is designed to break down those barriers and show how AI can be a practical, accessible tool for improving daily operations, marketing, and communication.
Let’s explore how nonprofits can use AI-powered tools to enhance creativity, brainstorming, and problem-solving—without needing technical expertise.
Through a live demonstration of free or low-cost AI tools, attendees will see real-time applications tailored to the unique needs of nonprofits. A dedicated Q&A session will provide space to address specific challenges, ensuring participants walk away with confidence and clear next steps. If you’re a nonprofit professional looking to harness the power of AI without the complexity, this workshop is for you!
Toby’s approach centers on practical, actionable AI tools, designed to transform technology from a challenge into an ally. Together, we can streamline operations, create inclusive spaces, and foster environments where diversity thrives—all while freeing up time for meaningful, person-to-person interactions. Whether through personalized coaching or industry-wide workshops, his work is fueled by a passion for learning and a deep commitment to inclusive, impactful recreation. By thoughtfully applying technology, we can elevate the recreation experience for everyone, regardless of background, ability, or identity.
To learn more about AI for Recreation Professionals, click on any of the links below.
“Subtract: Choosing more by doing less”
Time: TBD
Presenter(s): Jennifer DeDominicis – Distill Coaching + Consulting
Description: When tackling problems, we tend to apply a more is more approach to finding solutions. What if instead of brainstorming to add, we experiment with creating capacity and new approaches by subtracting?
This workshop aims to support arts organizations explore different approaches to decision making and problem solving and create capacity to do more by doing less. Join us for an interactive workshop to practice and experiment with processes and insights for letting go and focusing your time and energy for greater impact.
Distill Coaching + Consulting partners to re-design ways of working for to realize lasting, transformative change. With experience spanning strategy, leadership, not-for-profit, arts and culture and post-secondary education, Distill’s team of established consultants, coaches, designers and facilitators use systems and design thinking to enable significant and strategic operational adaptation.
To learn more about Distill Coaching + Consulting, click on any of the links below.
“Social Entrepreneurship: From the Basics to Myth-Busting to Maximizing Impact”
Time: TBD
Presenter: Brittni Kerluke – Trico Charitable Foundation
Description: This session breaks down what social entrepreneurship is, clears up the biggest myths, and shows how real business models, not just good intentions, can be used to create lasting impact. You’ll see how purpose and profit work together, not against each other. The insights shared in this session are grounded in 15 years of real-world work by the Trico Foundation, including:
- A review of 100+ leading academic papers
- 150+ attitude surveys
- A two-year field study tracking and training 10 active social enterprises with monthly data collection
The result? Clear evidence that common misperceptions are holding social entrepreneurs back, and that there is an emerging formula for maximizing real-world impact. In this lecture-style session we will dive into:
- What social entrepreneurship is, what it looks like in practice, and how it differs from other social impact approaches
- How strong business models combine with a social purpose to drive real-world impact
- The biggest myths and common pitfalls holding social enterprises back
We will finish things off with a small group activity in which we will dive into a real-world social enterprise.
The Trico Charitable Foundation seeks to close gaps in society by provoking innovation and building capacity in social entrepreneurship.
To learn more about the Trico Charitable Foundation, click on any of the links below.
“Harnessing AI Agents to Drive Innovation in Non-Profit Organizations”
Time: TBD
Presenter(s): Adriano Leite – Motiv Innovation Group
Description: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and non-profits are no exception. This session will introduce board members and staff of small to mid-sized organizations to AI agents–what they are, how they work, and how they can be leveraged to drive innovation, efficiency, and impact within their organizations.
The session will begin with a foundational overview of AI agents, explaining their capabilities, use cases, and the value they can bring to organizations with limited resources. Attendees will learn how AI-powered tools can enhance operations, optimize decision-making, and streamline repetitive administrative tasks.
Following this introduction, we will transition into a live demonstration where participants will see how an AI agent is built using OpenAI’s Custom GPT. This hands-on example will showcase practical applications, including streamlining administrative tasks, improving communication workflows, and enhancing stakeholder engagement.
By the end of this session, attendees will leave with a clear understanding of AI agents and how they can be integrated into their organizations to drive meaningful change. The session will emphasize accessibility and practicality, ensuring participants walk away with actionable insights and strategies.
Motiv is a corporate venture builder specializing in AI, innovation, and venture creation. Since 2013, we have helped build and scale transformative ventures, generating over $1.5 billion in enterprise value. We partner with organizations to develop cutting-edge technologies, launch high-impact startups, and drive innovation strategies that create measurable business outcomes. Our approach is centered on building scalable solutions that foster growth and long-term success.
To learn more about Motiv Innovation Group, click on any of the links below.