From Policy to Practice: Building AI-Ready Advancement Teams in Higher Ed

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the future of fundraising and alumni engagement—but without clear direction, ethical guardrails, and organizational buy-in, even the most promising initiatives can stall.

Join Kalyan Varma, Co-Founder and CEO of Almabase, and Ren Nunes, Senior Manager of Data & AI Governance at Blackbaud, for a candid conversation designed for Advancement and IT leaders in higher education. Together, they’ll share how their organizations are navigating AI transformation—from building literacy and trust to implementing responsible governance and dispelling common fears.

This session will help you:

• Set a clear vision and direction for AI initiatives across Advancement and IT

• Understand foundational practices for secure and responsible AI adoption
• Learn how to guide your teams through change with confidence and clarity
• Explore how AI literacy drives real outcomes—not just policies
• Address the fear: Will AI replace me, or empower me?

Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or refining your institution’s strategy, this webinar will equip you with the insights and inspiration to lead responsibly and effectively.