Event Schedule
Friday, April 10, 2026 at Gwinnett Technical College
Registration & Networking Breakfast
Start the day with coffee, conversation, and early exhibitor visits.
8:00 – 8:45 AM
Welcome Remarks: Kate Viana
A few words from the creator of Nonprofit Culture Fest
8:45 AM
Opening Keynote: Amber Hamilton
A powerful kickoff on inclusive leadership, psychological safety, and cultural transformation.
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Networking • Exhibit Hall
Visit sponsors, browse resources, and meet our partners.
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Culture Clinics
Mini culture consultations with nonprofit culture consultant Kate Viana (Must pre-register - see bottom of page.)
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Breakout Session 1 (Choose 1 of 3 tracks)
Trust, Communication & Connection, Mission Without Martyrdom, Systems That Support People
10:00 – 10:45 AM
Breakout Session 2 (Choose 1 of 3 tracks)
Trust, Communication & Connection, Mission Without Martyrdom, Systems That Support People
11:00 – 11:45 AM
Lunch & Connection Time
Relax, connect, and recharge.
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Breakout Session 3 (Choose 1 of 3 tracks)
Trust, Communication & Connection, Mission Without Martyrdom, Systems That Support People
1:15 – 2:00 PM
Breakout Session 4 (Choose 1 of 3 tracks)
Trust, Communication & Connection, Mission Without Martyrdom, Systems That Support People
2:00 – 2:45 PM
Closing Address
A final moment of reflection, gratitude, and next steps for building healthier missions.
3:00 – 3:20 PM
Exhibit Hall Closes
3:30 PM
Official Event End
Thank you for being part of the first-ever Nonprofit Culture Fest.
4:00 PM
Mark Your Calendar
Friday, April 10, 2026 — A full day dedicated to building healthier nonprofit cultures.
Culture Clinic Reservation
Thank you for your interest in our Culture Clinics! These 15-minute sessions, along with a brief questionnaire, are intended to help you quickly identify cultural pain points, diagnose their root cause(s), and come away with immediately actionable insights to relieve cultural tension and get your team back on track.
Space is limited to eight (8) slots to ensure your organization receives our best. To reserve yours, please click below. Once your calendar space is confirmed, complete the pre-clinic questionnaire. Once received, we’ll reach out to confirm and you’ll be all set for Culture Fest!
Note: These Clinics are available only to ticketed Culture Fest attendees. To participate, please purchase your Culture Fest ticket and then book your Clinic session.