Professional Development Series

Save the Date for our Upcoming Fall PD Sessions

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October 14, 2026 

12pm Webinar

AI & Ethical Storytelling: A Field Guide for Fundraisers

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October 28, 2026

11:30am United Way

“The Right Tool for the Right Project: A Blueprint for Success” presented by Greg Hennessy at Marketing Tech

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December 3, 2026

11:30am Annual Meeting

Temple Beth Zion

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"AI & Ethical Storytelling: A Field Guide for Fundraisers"

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“Is it ethical to use AI to write or enhance our beneficiary stories?”
“Can AI-generated stories still reflect lived experiences with accuracy and dignity?”
“How do we maintain consent, transparency, and authenticity in an AI-assisted world?”
As artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in nonprofit communications,
organizations are facing new and often uncomfortable questions about how this powerful technology impacts the way we collect, craft, and share stories.  Join our friends at MemoryFox for an insightful and educational webinar session, where CEO Chris Miano will discuss:
 
  • When AI is appropriate to use to enhance storytelling (and when it is inappropriate) 
  • The risks and rewards of using AI tools in story creation
  • Strategies for maintaining consent, ownership, and transparency
  • Real-world examples of how nonprofits are experimenting with AI ethically.
About Our Presenter:
Your mission changes lives. But if donors can't feel that, they won't give, return, or advocate. Storytelling is how you close the gap between impact and action. MemoryFox is the #1 ethical storytelling tool for nonprofits, empowering organizations of every size to easily collect, manage, and share authentic stories from the communities they serve.
 
Chris Miano was born and raised in Buffalo. He spent eight years in the Army traveling around the world and learning about the power of storytelling as a tool to connect with people across many cultures, generations, and socio-economic backgrounds.
When he returned home from Afghanistan, Chris thought about his grandfather who was a WW2 veteran, and how cathartic it would have been to have him around to share stories with. This inspired Chris to create MemoryFox. The organization started as a way to capture the life story of his elder family members, and eventually grew to support mission-driven organizations.
Chris has made it his mission to elevate the stories of real human beings. He believes that through storytelling with grassroots community-generated content, the world can become a more inclusive and equitable place for everyone.

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Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Location: Zoom Link Provided

Cost: FREE

     

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY!

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 "The Right Tool for the Right Project: A Blueprint for Success"

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The “graphic communications landscape” is more accessible than ever, but that accessibility creates a trap. Most people can’t tell you why their printed logo looks “muddy” compared to their screen, or why their high-res photo looks pixelated on a banner.
 
Marketing Tech, in partnership with the AFP, is offering a presentation to help you align your marketing strategy with the right technology.
 
We’re pulling back the curtain on the technical standards the pros use. Learn the vital differences between Digital and Print, and master the “Big Three” of professional output: RGB vs. CMYK, Vector vs. Raster, and Canva vs. InDesign. Don't just make content—make an impact.

 

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Wednesday, October 28, 2026

11:30 am - 1:30 pm EST

Physical

United Way of Buffalo and Erie County
742 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo NY 14209
Lunch included
 
COST: $20 member, $25 non-member

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY!

   

Speaker: 

Greg Hennessey

Marketing Tech

    

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER:
With over 20 years of experience, Marketing Tech is well known throughout Buffalo and the Western New York region for exceptional print, direct mail, and graphic design services—and operate as a full-service marketing partner capable of scaling your brand across both physical and digital platforms. 
Greg Hennessey has been with Marketing Tech since 2017 and has over 30 years’ experience in the print industry.  He works with many non-profit organizations to help them accomplish their printing and direct mail needs.  In his spare time, Greg is the author and presenter of a podcast called, In The Flamingo Lounge, where he interviews local musicians and music industry professionals. He also serves as Vice President on the Board of the Sportman’s Americana Music Foundation.

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