2025 VMCI Mini Conference

2025 VMCI Mini Conference

Come join us at the Polk County River Place in Des Moines, IA for a day filled with insightful talks, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in volunteer management, this event is perfect for anyone interested in VMCI. Don't miss out on this chance to learn, connect, and grow with like-minded individuals. See you there!

Agenda
12:30 PM Check in & Networking
12:45 PM Welcome
1:00 PM Conflict Management Basics - Strategies for the Workplace, with Pat Shipley, retired trainer for National Education Association’s “Mediation for Better Schools”
2:15 PM Break
2:30 PM Service Enterprise & Certificate of Volunteer Administration - Learn how these resources can advance your career and organization, with Michelle Raymer, Deputy Director of Volunteer Service, Volunteer Iowa
2:45 PM Mystery Activity
3:00 PM Tech Talk: AI and Web Tools for Volunteer Managers, Panel Discussion, TBD
4:00 PM Wrap Up & Survey
4:15 PM Post-Conference Social - Parlor Pizza Joint (4041 Urbandale Ave. Des Moines, IA 50310)

Admission

Free for VMCI members

Non-members: $25

AmeriCorps members: $15

Purchase of a ticket grants you VMCI membership through July 2025!

Host or Publisher Volunteer Managers of Central Iowa