Resources

Managing Risk in Tech Vendor Selection

Choosing a technology vendor can feel like learning an entirely new language and consume valuable staff time your team would rather spend on something else! And because tech contracts and marketing materials are filled with unfamiliar terms, some nonprofit teams lean towards “trust” instead of “verify.” This webinar provides an overview of the risks that … Continued

Stir the Pot: Effectively Requesting Proposals and Evaluating Vendors

Do you have a current vendor who is just a bad egg? Do you have a program area where there are simply too many cooks in the kitchen? If your organization’s current vendors aren’t working out the way you’d like, you should consider creating and distributing a Request for Proposals, or RFP. In this webinar, … Continued

Financial Due Diligence: It’s More Than Checking Boxes

Due diligence and risk management are inextricably linked. Many leaders think of due diligence in the context of managing the risks of contractual arrangements, partnerships or new business ventures. Some may see due diligence as a checking-the-box” process that boils down to confirming facts. This narrow view trivializes the process. Effective due diligence requires the willingness to look for indicators that may signal … Continued

Risk in the Cloud: Keep Your Assets Protected When Flying High

Are you leery of cloud computing? Many nonprofit leaders are considering the upsides of cloud computing, but remain concerned about data security in the cloud. This webinar will explore security risks in a cloud computing environment and offer actionable tips and recommendations to smooth your transition to the cloud. This content-packed webinar will address the … Continued

Putting Your Insurance Program Out to Bid: A Practical Approach

Is your nonprofit paying a fair price for its insurance coverage? Are you receiving the services you deserve from your agent or broker? If you or any member of your board has asked one of these questions recently you might want to consider putting your insurance program out to bid. Doing so is often seen … Continued

Your Insurance Agent or Broker: Managing the Relationship and Getting the Help You Need

Among the gravest errors a nonprofit can make in managing its insurance program is devoting a great deal of time to the selection process without committing to managing the new relationship. While some relationships fail because the service provider promises more than he or she can deliver, others fail because of neglect on the nonprofit’s … Continued

Managing Special Event Risks: Practical Strategies for Nonprofits

Special events are increasingly common in the nonprofit sector. Yet safety often and unfortunately takes a back seat. If your nonprofit sponsors even one event annually, whether it’s an athletic competition held outdoors or a fundraising dinner, you need to begin incorporating the principles of special events risk management into your planning agenda and event … Continued