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SUMMARY:Forefront Member Briefing and Office Hour (060526 Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The news is coming fast and furious\, and it can be difficult to parse what requires action on your part. During these confusing and challenging times\, you can count on Forefront to provide space to connect and make sense of things. \nJoin fellow Forefront members twice a month for an opportunity to digest recent federal and local updates\, gather and share resources\, and connect with social impact sector colleagues. \n**Registering for any one briefing and confirming your attendance with Zoom will supply you with your unique\, secure Zoom link that can then be used on the event date for which you registered as well as all subsequent Friday morning Forefront Member Briefings. Please do not share your link with others.** \nDisclaimer: By registering for and entering into this Forefront member briefing\, you attest that you are not misrepresenting yourself or the institution you represent. You will keep all information confidential unless authorized to share. Unauthorized recording\, streaming\, AI transcribing\, and copying of the member briefings is prohibited. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-briefing-and-office-hour-060526-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Resource Fair (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, June 9\, from 12:00–2:00 p.m. at The Hatchery Chicago (135 North Kedzie Avenue\, Chicago\, IL 60612) for a Nonprofit Resource Fair hosted by Forefront and GiveNKind.\n  \n\nThis event offers nonprofit professionals the opportunity to connect with organizations that provide services and support to the nonprofit sector. Attendees can explore resources\, network with service providers\, and ask questions to gain insights that can help strengthen their organizations. Representatives will be available from a variety of service areas commonly used by nonprofits\, including accounting\, back-office support\, banking\, consulting\, legal services\, and other operational resources.\n  \n\nWho Should Attend: Nonprofit staff\, board members\, and volunteers are encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.\n  \n\nPlease Note: Participation by vendors does not constitute an endorsement by the event organizers.\n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/nonprofit-resource-fair-in-person/
LOCATION:The Hatchery Chicago\, 135 North Kedzie Avenue\, Chicago\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Modern Cybersecurity Landscape (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:In an era where digital threats evolve daily\, organizational resilience is no longer just a technical requirement—it is a leadership mandate. NTG presents a private\, interactive executive workshop designed specifically for the leaders of Nonprofits\, Foundations and SMBs. This session breaks down the most critical vulnerabilities in today’s landscape\, moving beyond jargon to provide actionable insights. NTG’s co-founders will unpack the most common vulnerabilities across organizations\, explain how modern attacks actually unfold\, and outline the leadership-level decisions required to build a resilient security posture.\n  \n\nKey Topics\n❖ The Anatomy of Modern Threats: How to identify emerging cyber-risks before they penetrate your network.\n❖ The Dark Web & Invisible Vulnerabilities: Understanding how your data is traded and the risks of credential exposure.\n❖ The Economics of a Breach: A breakdown of the long-term financial and reputational consequences of a cyber incident.\n❖ Defensive Strategies: Best practices for Malware and Ransomware prevention in a remote-first world.\n❖ The AI Frontier: Navigating new cybersecurity challenges—and opportunities—in the age of Artificial Intelligence.\n❖ Strategic Resilience: Building a roadmap for organizational awareness and long-term security training.\n  \n\n\n\nAdditional info:\n❖ Approach: This is an interactive session. Participants will engage with real-world scenarios\, gaining practical knowledge of emerging challenges and the\nstrategies required to build a vigilant\, secure organization.\n\n  \nWho Should Attend\nThis session is tailored for decision-makers who oversee organizational risk and resource allocation:\n❖ CEOs\, CFOs\, & Executive Directors\n❖ Nonprofit Board Members\n❖ Development & Advancement Directors\n❖ Technical & Operations Officers\n  \n\n\nAbout the Facilitators\nBrian Franklin With over 25 years in the IT and cybersecurity industries\, Brian’s expertise spans from hands-on technical architecture to enterprise-level network initiatives for global brands including Motorola\, United Airlines\, AT&T\, and Hyatt Hotels. At NTG\, Brian focuses on helping organizations modernize through Zero-Trust architectures and cloud-managed systems\, delivering the reliability and peace of mind necessary to scale safely in a digital economy.\n  \n\nBashir Muhammad Bashir is a Chicago-based Cybersecurity specialist and project manager with a focus on the human element of technology. A graduate of Northwestern University\, Bashir has spent over two decades bridging technology gaps for foundations\, healthcare organizations\, and mid-market enterprises. He specializes in scalable\, human-centric security models that align IT infrastructure with broader organizational initiatives.\n  \n\nAbout Net-Telligence Group (NTG)\nNTG is a Chicago-based firm of seasoned IT and cybersecurity professionals\ndedicated to making technology safer\, more efficient\, and easier to manage. We go beyond conventional IT support\, providing advanced threat detection and comprehensive protection for businesses\, foundations\, and nonprofits. For 24 years\, NTG has served as a trusted partner in ensuring organizational resilience across networks and devices\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/navigating-the-modern-cybersecurity-landscape-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Ask a Consultant: Hiring and Working with Consultants (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofits operate at a high tempo\, balancing mission delivery with organizational strength. Bringing in a consultant can be a powerful way to accelerate progress\, build internal capacity\, and make the most available resources when approached thoughtfully.\n  \n\nThis session is designed to help nonprofit leaders make informed decisions about when and how to engage consultants\, avoid common pitfalls\, and structure those relationships for meaningful\, lasting results.\n  \n\n\nThe Ask a Consultant Series is a renewed collaboration between Forefront and the Association of Consultants to Nonprofits (ACN). As we relaunch this series\, our aim is to build a quarterly program that delivers practical guidance and timely insight for nonprofits navigating an evolving landscape. We’ll begin with a foundational and frequently asked topic: how to effectively hire and partner with a consultant.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ask-a-consultant-hiring-and-working-with-consultants-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:CCAPS Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a CCAPS Networking event featuring great conversation\, meaningful connections\, and light appetizers! \nRegister here!
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ccaps-networking-event-2/
LOCATION:Impact House\, 200 West Madison Street\, 2nd Floor Training Room\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Forefront Member Briefing and Office Hour (062626 Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The news is coming fast and furious\, and it can be difficult to parse what requires action on your part. During these confusing and challenging times\, you can count on Forefront to provide space to connect and make sense of things. \nJoin fellow Forefront members twice a month for an opportunity to digest recent federal and local updates\, gather and share resources\, and connect with social impact sector colleagues. \n**Registering for any one briefing and confirming your attendance with Zoom will supply you with your unique\, secure Zoom link that can then be used on the event date for which you registered as well as all subsequent Friday morning Forefront Member Briefings. Please do not share your link with others.** \nDisclaimer: By registering for and entering into this Forefront member briefing\, you attest that you are not misrepresenting yourself or the institution you represent. You will keep all information confidential unless authorized to share. Unauthorized recording\, streaming\, AI transcribing\, and copying of the member briefings is prohibited. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-briefing-and-office-hour-062626-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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