About the CFDG
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About the Conference
We are in the midst of very difficult economic times, we may no longer technically be in recession but that is no reason for celebration! This is the time when as finance directors we can really prove our value to our organisations and show real financial leadership. To ensure that you are well placed to give the leadership and support that your charities will need in this difficult period, we have designed this year’s Conference around some of the key strategic and operational issues you will face and some of the more innovative strategies that other charities have adopted in order to position themselves optimally on the long road out of recession.
The conference opens with a keynote speech from Geoff Mulgan, Director of The Young Foundation and previously Director of Policy for Tony Blair and Chief Adviser for Gordon Brown. Geoff will look at the long-term impact of the recession on the charity sector.
In the lunch time keynote address Lesley-Anne Alexander, CEO of RNIB will tell us about how her organisation has ensured that it is in the right shape to make the most of the difficult economic times we are living through.
During the day we have a total of five streams for delegates to choose from. Two of these streams will look at a number of key issues for making the most of the current challenging times. For instance the opportunities offered by cloud computing; impact reporting; mergers and the investment outlook. The other three streams will focus firstly on current issues in the sector, for example the phasing out of cheques; fraud; and sustainability reporting. The fourth stream is entitled ‘valuing people’ and will cover such topics as pensions; coaching; managing change and stress management. The fifth stream is our ever popular updates stream, covering VAT; mergers; Trustees’ Report and risk management.
The day ends with Heather White telling us all how to improve our networking. We all know how important networking is for our personal and professional development but for many of us the practical art is still rather a mystery.
The Conference gives you access to more than 30 professional firms in the exhibition area, providing a wealth of experience for you to draw on during the day and discuss current issues and organisational needs.
The structure of the programme also ensures there is ample time for networking and sharing experiences with your fellow professionals during the day, and at the drinks reception at the close of conference.
Attendance at the Conference has increased year on year – book early to ensure your place is reserved.
The Reception
Delegates attending the conference are invited to a reception immediately following the end of the programme.
The reception provides the ideal opportunity to network with speakers and delegates at the end of the day.
Reception Sponsor
Ticket Costs
Charity
CFDG Member |
£175 |
CFDG Member's Colleague |
£185 |
CFDG Member (Small charity £1m GAI) |
£140 |
Non-CFDG Member |
£235 |
Corporate
CFDG Subscriber |
£350 |
Non-CFDG Subscriber |
£500 |
