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SUMMARY:WATCH: Supplier Diversity: Solutions with Staples
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Video \n \n  \nSupplier Diversity: Solutions with Staples\nLearn how BOC’s Workplace Essentials program from Staples can help your organization advance its supplier diversity goals. \nLesa Rivers\, Area Vice President Diversity Solutions for Staples\, will address industry trends and discuss options for your organization to make purchases from minority and women-owned suppliers through the Staples Diversity Program. \nRECORDED\nWednesday\, April 21\, 2021\n9 AM–10 AM CT
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/supplier-diversity-solutions-with-staples/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:BOC Talks Business
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SUMMARY:WATCH: Advancing DE&I Goals through Human Capital Management
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Video \n \nAdvancing DE&I Goals through Human Capital Management \nLeaders from BOC and ADP will give an overview of BOC’s Human Capital Management program and how it can help nonprofits take action toward their DE&I goals around recruitment\, retention\, pay equity\, and more. \nFEATURING\nRob Boysen\, Mid-Market District Manager\, ADP\nMichelle Herrly\, Comprehensive Services Business Consultant\, ADP\nLinda Zager\, President and CEO\, The Back Office Cooperative
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/advancing-dei-goals-through-human-capital-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Discovering New Cost Savings: Creative Solutions for Challenging Times
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Back Office Cooperative and Bernstein for a virtual event for nonprofit and foundation leaders: \nDiscovering New Cost Savings: Creative Solutions In Challenging Times \nLeaders of nonprofit organizations and foundations that support them are seeking creative budget balancing solutions without sacrificing critical programs and services. \nREGISTER HERE \nPlease join this session for actionable takeaways on: \nIncreasing buying power \nBuilding an effective procurement process that\nresults in meaningful cost savings \nAligning cost structure and composition of\ninvestments with budget and mission \nAttendees will be eligible to receive a complimentary expense management analysis or consultation for their organization and/or grantee organizations. \nFeaturing:\nClare Golla | Head of Endowment and Foundation Advisory\, Bernstein\nLinda Zager | President and CEO\, The Back Office Cooperative
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/discovering-new-cost-savings-creative-solutions-for-challenging-times/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:BOC Talks Business,educational events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200805T083000
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CREATED:20200728T152805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210531T144546Z
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SUMMARY:WATCH: Medical Billing: Options to Maximize Revenue and Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Video \n \nJoin The Back Office Cooperative for an overview of options to implement medical billing as a source of revenue or to improve the process of payment for services. \nWhether you are considering the scary start of medical billing or are currently billing\, this webinar will help you optimize your program to: \n\nMinimize denials\nIncrease payment speed\nMaximize dollars recovered\nAddress resourcing issues\n\nLearn solutions to minimize frustrating billing challenges\, support a focus on care\, and increase revenue. We’ll cover the components and costs involved with building an in-house function vs. outsourcing\, and hear from a practitioner who successfully implemented medical billing in their agency. \nFeaturing\nWelcome By\nSarah Daniels\, Policy Analyst\, Illinois Collaboration on Youth \nPresenters\nVera Loftin\, Vice President\, Practice Management\nBill Steinhauser\, President & CEO\, Bethany for Children & Families\nLinda Zager\, President & CEO\, The Back Office Cooperative
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/webinar-options-to-implement-or-improve-return-on-medical-billing/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200708T130000
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CREATED:20200701T222500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200701T222559Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Returning to Work Safely for Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a timely virtual informational session led by Staples and vendor experts with decades of experience in workspace design and janitorial/sanitary maintenance. They will share best practices for preparing and operating a safe return to the education environment including classroom configurations\, cleaning strategies\, and new technology used to keep spaces clean and staff and students healthy. Don’t worry\, we will have time to address your questions and concerns\, too. \nRegister Now
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/webinar-returning-to-work-safely-for-education/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:educational events
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SUMMARY:Forefront Virtual Summit: Solidarity & Resistance
DESCRIPTION:In lieu of our June event\, The Back Office Cooperative is proud to be a sponsor of Forefront’s virtual summit\, Solidarity & Resilience! \nFree for nonprofits\, this two-hour convening will feature diverse voices and points of view from the philanthropic\, nonprofit\, civic\, and corporate communities discussing the collective future of our sector. \nPanel sessions will discuss the diverse challenges and opportunities faced by our sector – across healthcare\, workforce\, education\, hunger\, and the systems that underpin it all. You will also hear from thought-leaders about how we may leverage collective action to advance critical equity and sustainability needs. \nCome explore how the social impact sector can continue advancing racial equity\, building solidarity\, and actualizing sustained change for the individuals and communities we all serve. \nRegister Now
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/forefront-virtual-summit-solidarity-resistance/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:WATCH: Decoding COVID-19 Relief
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Video \n \nDecoding COVID-19 Relief: A Guide to Funding Opportunities for Nonprofits\nWill PPP funds be replenished?\nHow do I get my loan forgiven?\nWhat other funding opportunities am I missing?\nCommitted to helping our members do more with their mission\, especially during challenging times such as these\, The Back Office Cooperative is pleased to offer this interactive webinar about COVID-19 relief funding available to nonprofits. Experts from Open Door Advisors will walk viewers through their free guide to funding related to COVID-19 and address the latest changes\, new opportunities\, and what you might expect in the future. A substantial portion of the session will be dedicated to viewer questions\, and a recording will be made available.
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/decoding-covid-19-funding-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Event Now Virtual! New Decade\, New Game Plan
DESCRIPTION:Recording: Listen to a recording of the event here. \nThe Back Office Cooperative and Bernstein Private Wealth Management are excited to invite you to the first session in our 2020 breakfast series for nonprofit and foundation leaders: New Decade\, New Game Plan. \nWith a starting point marked by political and economic uncertainty\, what lies ahead for nonprofits\, foundations\, and the broader social sector?  Please join a virtual presentation led by Eric Weinheimer\, President and CEO of Forefront\, as we discuss challenges\, opportunities\, and trends for the sector at large and strategies for navigating into the next decade. \nTo join in the conversation: \nDial-In:  646–558–8656\nMeeting ID: 290 409 585
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/new-decade-new-game-plan/
LOCATION:IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:educational events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191204T193000
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SUMMARY:Third Annual Back Office Cooperative Member Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a holiday event with The Back Office Cooperative!\nClick here to RSVP.\n\nJoin us at our Third Annual Member Appreciation Event where we’ll have festive food\, delicious drinks\, good friends from the nonprofit sector\, and a special showcase of Staples products available at exclusive savings via BOC’s Staples Group Program\, all in the spacious setting of the Signature Bank Conference Center. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to learn more about our programs and services directly from BOC staff and board members. \nWe hope you’ll join us at our Third Annual Member Appreciate and Holiday event\, and bring a nonprofit friend! \nQuestions? Please drop an email to Em Hall.
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/third-annual-back-office-cooperative-member-appreciation-event/
LOCATION:Signature Bank\, 191 North Wacker - 10th Floor Conference Center\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:member appreciation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T080000
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SUMMARY:Supplier Diversity: A Path to Align Money and Mission
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Back Office Cooperative and Bernstein for our next breakfast series event for nonprofit and foundation leaders: \nSupplier Diversity: A Path to Align Money and Mission\nModerated by: \nJames Thompson\nVP/Director of Diverse Markets Strategy\, Bernstein \nFeaturing: \nGerardo Rodriguez\nSupplier Diversity Manager\, U.S. Cellular \nZack Schrantz\nPresident/CEO\, UCan Chicago \nLinda Zager\nExecutive Director\, Back Office Cooperative \nNonprofit organizations and foundations are major purchasers of goods and services across the country. How can we use this purchasing power to further support the communities served by our organizations\, while maintaining and possibly improving upon quality and cost metrics? \nPlease RSVP and join us for a discussion with experts on lessons learned\, measurable impact achieved\, and steps we can take in our organizations to use our buying power to align money with mission. \nWe welcome you to bring a guest who would be interested in this discussion.
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/supplier-diversity-a-path-to-align-money-and-mission/
LOCATION:Bernstein Private Wealth Management\, 227 West Monroe Street\, 59th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:educational events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190907
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SUMMARY:44th Annual IARF Educational Conference and Expo
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the BOC booth in the exhibit hall at the 44th Annual IARF Educational Conference and Expo in Bloomington-Normal. \nThis conference is geared toward human services professionals from a range of settings and occupations throughout the State of Illinois.  Meet fellow nonprofit professionals who want to enhance their knowledge and understanding of laws\, rules and regulatory issues impacting community-based organizations; share and learn new practices in human services; and network with colleagues sharing experiences\, challenges and successes all while earning continuing education credit.
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/44th-annual-iarf-educational-conference-and-expo/
LOCATION:Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center\, 201 Broadway Avenue\, Normal\, IL\, 61761\, United States
CATEGORIES:conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190709T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T135740
CREATED:20190625T193705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190625T193740Z
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Donor Management Systems: How to Pick One and Get Going!
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to choose a new donor management system? Are you not making the most of the system you currently have? The Back Office Cooperative is proud to sponsor Digital Nonprofit Chicago Club‘s July lunch and learn. Join us and a team of experts from W4Sight as we facilitate a robust conversation around this topic on Tuesday\, July 9 at the Forefront office. \nOur speakers will address a number of topics\, including how to make the software selection process a successful activity that benefits multiple teams at your nonprofit\, and what to do with the donor management system once you have a new one. They’ll also help identify additional resources within your organization and provide an array of external resources to further assist you in what oftentimes seems like a monumental task. \nLight refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/demystifying-donor-management-systems-how-to-pick-one-and-get-going/
LOCATION:Forefront\, 208 S LaSalle St #1540\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
CATEGORIES:educational events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T093000
DTSTAMP:20260506T135740
CREATED:20190610T175938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190611T152713Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Your 403b Plan: Financial Wellness as a Retention Tool
DESCRIPTION:Join The Back Office Cooperative and Bernstein Private Wealth Management for the second session in our breakfast series for nonprofit leaders. \nYour 403b Plan: Financial Wellness as a Retention Tool – This is event is sold out!  Check back soon for more events. \nNetworking and Breakfast | 8:00 a.m. Program | 8:30–9:30 a.m. \nHosted by:\nClare Golla\, Head of Endowment & Foundation Advisory—Bernstein\nLinda Zager\, Chief Executive Officer—The Back Office Cooperative \nFeaturing:\nStacey Austin\nPartner\, ERISA attorney—Wang Austin LLC\nDarryl Rodgers\nDefined Contribution Expert—Bernstein \nIs your organization’s retirement plan working as hard as it can or should to serve your employees and your mission? How recently have you reviewed plan design\, administration\, investment options\, or importantly\, employee education? Please join industry experts for a discussion of top concerns raised by nonprofit fiduciaries today\, and best practices for addressing them.
URL:https://thebackofficecoop.org/event/your-403b-plan-financial-wellness-as-a-retention-tool/
LOCATION:Bernstein Private Wealth Management\, 227 West Monroe Street\, 59th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
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