Grassi

Strengthening Nonprofit Fundraising Strategies and Infrastructure
2026-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | https://www.grassiadvisors.com/event/strengthening-nonprofit-fundraising-strategies-and-infrastructure/
This interactive panel discussion brings together experienced nonprofit leaders and development executives to explore how organizations can strengthen fundraising strategy.
The conversation will focus on building the right infrastructure to support philanthropy, aligning fundraising efforts more closely with mission and measurable impact, and creating a thoughtful donor engagement framework that supports informed decision-making. Panelists will share practical perspectives on setting effective ask strategies, improving financial transparency, and communicating impact with clarity and confidence.
Attendees will leave with actionable ideas to elevate philanthropy from a transactional activity to a strategic, mission-driven function that supports sustainable growth.
Panelists

David M. Rottkamp, Grassi Nonprofit Practice Leader (Moderator)
Jonathan Chenkin, Chief Development Officer, Family Service League
Jeff Price, CEO, Heisman Foundation
Leah Wolf, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Jewish Federation of Southern NJ

2026 Construction and A&E State of the Industry: Trends Shaping Growth, Risk and Opportunity
2026-06-25 12:00 - 13:00 | https://www.grassiadvisors.com/event/2026-construction-ae-state-of-the-industry-trends-shaping-growth-risk-and-opportunity/
As construction and A&E firms enter the second half of the year, many leaders are reassessing growth plans, evaluating backlog quality, and navigating ongoing market uncertainty. Join us for a live discussion on what the latest industry data reveals and what it means for your business strategy moving forward.
Grounded in insights from Grassi’s 2026 Construction and A&E Survey, this webinar will focus on how firms are responding to today’s evolving environment and where the market is heading next.
Attendees will gain perspective on:

How firms are adjusting growth strategies in response to market conditions
Where margin pressure and operational challenges are emerging
How workforce, backlog and pipeline trends are shaping decision-making
What leading firms are doing to position for the next phase of growth

The program will feature a panel discussion moderated by Grassi partners, with perspectives from leaders across key industry associations:

John T. Evers, PhD, President & CEO, American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC New York)
Felice Farber, Executive Director, Subcontractors Trade Association (STA)
Marc Herbst, Executive Director, Long Island Contractors’ Association (LICA)

Together, Grassi advisors and industry leaders will share actionable insights on the trends shaping the construction and A&E landscape.
