Mark Cardwell is recognized as an AI advocate with expertise in integrating artificial intelligence into small business and nonprofit workflows, a skill self-taught through extensive research and practice.

Mark is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Cardwell Communications LLC and is currently the Interim Executive Director for the Ohio Association of Nonprofit Organizations (OANO).

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AI for Nonprofit Leaders: An Introduction Workshop to Amplify Productivity

  • Location:  Thurber Center, 91 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus OH

  • Dates:  Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM

This workshop is a collaborative program developed by the Ohio Association of Nonprofit Organizations and Because I Said I Would to empower nonprofit professionals with practical knowledge of artificial intelligence. Join us to discover how AI tools can enhance operations, improve fundraising strategies, and increase program impact. Through expert-led sessions, interactive exercises, and practical examples, you’ll leave with actionable steps to make AI work for your mission.

Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for all nonprofit professionals, including:

  • Executives and directors looking to enhance efficiency

  • Fundraising staff seeking innovative tools for donor engagement

  • Operations teams interested in streamlining workflows

  • Program staff aiming to improve planning and outcomes

  • Volunteers and board members interested in supporting smarter decision-making

Lunch is Provided!

Please register each attendee individually.

The generosity of Liberty Mutual Foundation makes the Jefferson Connections 50th Anniversary programming possible –We thank you for your support!

Alex Sheen is the Founder of because I said I would, a social movement and nonprofit dedicated to bettering humanity through promises made and kept. Sparked by the loss of his father, Alex and his organization send “promise cards” to anyone anywhere in the world at no cost. Alex is someone who truly honors commitment. He once walked over 240 miles across the entire state of Ohio in 10 days to fulfill a promise. In just two years, because I said I would has sent over 9.81 million promise cards to over 153 different countries. The promises written on these cards have made headlines around the world. His charitable projects and awareness campaigns have been featured on ABC World News with Diane Sawyer, CNN, The Today Show, NPR, The Los Angeles Times and many other programs.