2018 Theme:
Take 10
Are you looking for a conference that offers something for your whole team?
Do you want to get practical ideas, inspiration and advice without all the fluff and jargon?
2018 marks our 10th annual Tonic Conference, so we’re pulling out all stops to make sure it’s the best conference yet. We’re going to be looking at lessons learned by all sorts of organisations (including us!) and we’ll be bringing back some of your favourite speakers from years gone by. We’re using the theme ‘Take 10’ to cut away the clutter and focus on the Top 10 of everything. What are the Top 10 Tips that will actually make a difference, Top 10 New Ideas, Top 10 Actions you can take in 10 minutes or less….you get the picture. Just the best ideas that you can easily implement.
Tonic Conference is like an annual check-up for non-profit organisations and is full of practical ideas for becoming stronger, smarter and better equipped. If you want ideas and information about fundraising, volunteer management, governance or non-profit marketing, Tonic Conference is your one-stop shop. Truly practical workshops delivered by people who really know their stuff.
When: Thursday 8th – Friday 9th November 2018
Where: Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Cost: Early Bird Registration (prior to 1st August) $380 per person
Standard Registration (1st August onwards) $425 per person
Optional Conference Dinner: $55 per person
To Register: Registrations officially open on 1st May, but you can email rosie@exult.co.nz to get on the list and make sure you don’t miss out on Early Bird pricing.
The line-up for this year is still being finalised, so if you have someone you’d love to see speak or a topic you’d like covered, drop us a line and let us know.
Some of last year’s speakers included:
Sam Johnson – aka ‘The Student Army Guy’ sponsored by BDO Taranaki
www.wevisit.co.nz
Sam Johnson is the co-founder of WeVisit and Adjunct Fellow in the School of Education and Leadership at the University of Canterbury. Most well-known as ‘The Student Army Guy’, in 2016 Sam developed a company that can connect generations and end social isolation in NZ. Sam spoke about the power of getting started and why you don’t need anyone’s permission to make a difference.
Andy Fryar www.betterimpact.com.au
Andy Fryar is the National Operations Manager for Better Impact in Australia and NZ and the founder of OzVPM (Australasian Volunteer Program Management). For more than 30 years he has contributed to the Australian volunteerism community and in 2003, he was awarded a Centenary Medal by the Australian government in recognition of his services. Andy led two sessions looking at the Future of Volunteering and Volunteer Information Management.
Trish Hall www.partnershipbrokers.org www.thoughtpartners.co.nz
Trish is co-owner of Thought Partners, a boutique facilitation and organisational development provider. She has 25 years experience supporting change and development with leaders, organisations, cross-sectors and stakeholders. If your organisation is wanting to partner with others, but you are unsure where to start or how to get traction, Trish’s workshop was the one for you. Discover what is needed to partner successfully with others.
Clive Pedley www.givingarchitects.com
Clive is a director and CEO for Giving Architects, a company providing creative solutions for social profit clients wanting to raise significant revenue. He has been advising, coaching and training on growing giving in New Zealand and Australia since 2000 and is consistently rated highly as a thought leader and an informed, enthusiastic and practical presenter. Clive spoke about donor relationships and how to turn one-time donors into regular givers.
Nicola Ngarewa www.pateaarea.school.nz
Nicola is the Principal at Patea Area School and has been recognised with several awards for her work improving educational outcomes for Māori. Nicola shared with us the incredible journey of both students and teachers at Patea Area School, and spoke about what it takes to get young people engaged and contributing in their communities. Her session was an absolute highlight for many people and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house!
Cat Levine www.catlevine.com
Cat is one legendary woman. On one hand she works with corporates to improve communication, teamwork and productivity – and on the other she works with some of the worlds most vulnerable women and children. Cat will be sharing stories of her work with Destiny Rescue – an organisation that assists in the rescue and rehabilitation of children sold into slavery. Cat inspired us with her personal legacy and we got some key takeaways for ensuring you leave a lasting legacy of our own.
Simon Cayley www.bishopsactionfoundation.org.nz
Simon is the CEO of Bishops’Action Foundation, an organisation that works to support communities and organisations to address unmet needs. He has extensive experience right across the community sector and currently holds several governance positions including directorship with Catalyst Housing Ltd – a charitable company developing affordable housing opportunities for Taranaki. Simon ran a practical workshop on ‘Getting Started with Social Enterprise’ – everything you wanted to know but were too afraid to ask!
Jodi Conway www.southalive.org.nz
Jodi is a trustee for South Alive, an urban regeneration project that is led by the community of South Invercargill. Since its inception in 2012, the community has initiated a range of projects in the areas of waste, housing, social enterprise, parks, community gardens and the arts. Jodi shared what has made this project so successful and what lessons have been learned along the way. Delegates gathered some great ideas to take back to their own organisation and community.
Jan Hinde www.communityresearch.org.nz
Jan is the Director of Community Research – The Tangata Whenua, Community and Voluntary Sector Research Centre. She has worked as a Strategist and Project Manager in the arts, community and public sectors and has substantial experience gained in New Zealand, Ireland and the United Kingdom. Jan shared the array of Community Research resources available to help support community organisations be more evidence-based.
Angela Lane www.nettl.com/nz
It’s one thing to have a website, but how do you make the most of it? What things do you need to consider in building a website and how do you make sure it continues to do it’s job well? Angela shared some real life case studies of non-profit websites, with plenty of time for Q&A so groups could put their own organisation in the picture.
Joni Horton www.bdo.nz
Joni works with corporate and not for profit clients of all sizes and leads the audit team at BDO Taranaki. She has a solid, in-depth knowledge of the NFP reporting framework and what is required by not for profits. Joni regularly provides advice to NFPs on internal systems that help make compliance with the reporting framework easier. Joni looked at the top issues facing reporters under the standards and offered some practical tips on how to improve the quality of reporting in those areas.
Here’s what people said about the 2017 event:
“Thank you for an awesome experience. The networking was beyond expectation and we will be able to make real improvements in our organisation. This conference opened my eyes to who I am and who I can become. You guys rock!” Mem Jenner, Te Ika Whenua Hauora
“Thanks for a great conference as always. You have the knack of making us all laugh and cry while learning new things.”
Lorraine Hooper, Volunteering Waikato
“Tonic Conference was just amazing, the best I have been to in a long time. Very well organised, wonderful workshops and speakers. I have returned home with more knowledge in my kete to share with others.” Jodi Conway, South Alive
When: Thursday 8th – Friday 9th November 2018
Where: Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Cost: Early Bird Registration (prior to 1st August) $380 per person
Standard Registration (1st August onwards) $425 per person
Optional Conference Dinner: $55 per person
To Register: Registrations officially open on 1st May, but you can email rosie@exult.co.nz to get on the list and make sure you don’t miss out on Early Bird pricing.
Check out the photos below or click here for a first hand look at what goes on.
