2026 Roundtable for Senior Advancement and Fundraising Leaders
Join us in Cambridge, England
Partner Event
EAB invites you to an exclusive executive gathering on 18 May, co-hosted with the University of Cambridge, focused on the most pressing challenges facing advancement leaders today. Join peers for a full day of research insights and practical best-practice exchange designed to spark new thinking and strengthen leadership impact.
2025 attendees highlighted that these executive gatherings are a cornerstone of their EAB partnership—valued for the meaningful opportunities they provide to connect, share experiences, and reflect with fellow leaders.
- “A thought-provoking and incredibly useful experience. The opportunity to connect with colleagues, share experiences, and take meaningful ideas back to the office was invaluable.”
- “A wonderful opportunity to step back and connect with other leaders. The openness, shared experiences, and small-scale setting made it especially impactful.”
Event Details
Who should attend: This roundtable is best suited for senior leaders in advancement, including heads of advancement, fundraising, and alumni relations. Registration is limited to two attendees per institution.
Schedule at a glance: The event will begin at 10:00 and conclude at 17:00, including a reception. Additional logistical details are provided below to support your planning.
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Meeting Location
University of Cambridge
View a list of suggested hotel accommodations here.
Agenda
10:00
Campus Snapshot and Fundraising Updates
Institutions will provide brief updates on campus priorities, fundraising performance, and emerging challenges to ground the day’s discussions in current realities.
11:00
Institutional Agility and Leadership
Explore how advancement leaders can navigate financial pressure, stakeholder expectations, and change fatigue while making strategic trade-offs that sustain momentum and trust.
12:00
Lunch and Networking
13:00
Transformational Giving: Building a Principal Gifts Engine
Discuss strategies for strengthening principal gifts programs, aligning leadership around top prospects, and creating the conditions for transformational commitments.
15:00
Pipeline and Engagement: Future-Proofing the Donor Base
Examine evolving pipeline strategy, portfolio focus, and generational engagement trends to drive long-term major gift growth.
16:00
Wrap-Up and Drinks
We’ll close with key takeaways and informal networking to continue peer exchange.
17:00
Adjournment