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Download slides here This course is suitable for: Small/Medium organisations Course Information: The webinar will cover: What long term remote working means for your organisation and your technology mix Tools that will assist you to improve your ability to work remotely How to get started quickly – quick wins Other elements that you may not have taken into consideration that will assist you with your readiness. What is not included in the program?

Stratus Blue simplifies IT sales and technology services so you can concentrate on your organisation and purpose.​ Whether you are looking for a partner to help you develop and deliver your IT Strategy; an experienced and trusted Managed IT Services Provider; or just need IT Hardware, Software and Accessories at great prices then look no further than Stratus Blue.  Not only do we provide quality technology solutions, we also understand our social responsibility and take a fully active role in the community. You will often see us running or supporting community events and education initiatives. We also offer special packages and pricing for Not For Profit organisations. We work with a number of Not For Profit organisations across the Bay of Plenty from our offices in Tauranga and Whakatane. Our qualified staff are passionate about working with our clients to achieve great outcomes.   ​

  Download slides here Date: Tuesday 7th July 2020 This webinar is suitable for: Not for profit organisation leaders and managers, university student experience professionals, CSR leaders   Course Outline: Online volunteering is the future. To find skilled volunteers can be challenging. To facilitate online volunteering can be harder.

  Download slides here Download handout here Date: Wednesday 22nd July 2020   Course Information We all set out with the best of intentions when we want to build, or even rebuild, a website for our non-profit. The truth is, many of us don’t know exactly what we’re doing so we miss opportunities and that means we miss connecting with our community in the best way we can. If this sounds like you, it might be time for a website wellness checkup; and we’ve got just what the doctor ordered!

  Download Slides Date: Weds 13th October 2021 Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm (NZDT) Price: Free Includes: Live access to webinar, participation in live Q&A session, access to post webinar recording and slides as well as any additional templates provided by the speaker This webinar is suitable for:

Download Slides     Date: 12th August 2021 Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM (NZST) Price: Free Course level: Beginners to intermediate Course Outline: A well planned and executed AGM has the power to engage your audience and increase your visibility, all at once.  Join Deb and Bel as they walk you beyond the fundamentals of your annual reporting obligations to sharing stories that are memorable and fun. We’ll cover: Annual Reports: What should go into an annual report The power of visuals to tell your story  Annual General Meetings: Speaking well at your AGM Making your AGM memorable Strategically distributing information beyond the AGM. Course Outcomes:

Microsoft plans changes to the Microsoft not-for-profit program on April 4, 2022. Some of these changes will impact the current Microsoft Software Donation Program through TechSoup New Zealand and are worth your close review as you set plans for your not-for-profit or library.

Date: Wednesday, 16th February 2022 Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM (NZDT) Price: Free Course level: Beginners/Intermediate At least one WWC card is revoked every day in almost all states in Australia. Failure to continuously monitor and validate accreditations beyond the hiring process exposes organisations caring for the vulnerable to predators and malpractice. Organisations must ensure the right accreditations are verified. They must actively monitor accreditations, design and implement a risk strategy and maintain accurate records for reporting.

In 2021, the pandemic continued to upheave not-for-profits worldwide. Executive directors had to rapidly accelerate their digital infrastructure and communications to survive. Email marketing leads the way as a tool to engage key stakeholders, funders, and communities. It was an arduous learning period for not-for-profit marketers across the globe. For the not-for-profits that adapted, they saw an increase in membership and fundraising directly due to the power of email marketing. 2022 will be the year of not-for-profit digital transformation led by the integration of new email marketing strategies, tools, and technology into the marketing mix. In this post, we outline six 2022 email marketing trends that will transform not-for-profits forever.  

Date: Tuesday, 31st May 2022 Time: 11:00AM – 12:00PM AEST Price: Free Includes: Live access to webinar, participation in live Q&A session, access to post webinar recording and slides as well as any additional templates provided by the speaker Course information: Technology can help your organization be more successful and help your teams do their best work yet. With flexible and remote work solutions, NFPs can drive success within their organisations through fundraising, communications to donors and volunteers, performance management and strategic planning, and more. Streamline your operations with reliable, secure, and easy to use tools. From calls and video meetings to webinars and training, make IT easy with GoTo. Course outcomes:

Date: Thursday, 13th October 2022 Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm (NZDT) Price: Free Course Outline: We’d like to teach you how you can achieve this through easy-to-follow procurement processes, simple tips and examples.  From getting best value from sourcing and contract management to supplier and savings management. We’re also keen for you to work with compliant suppliers who share your values. This course is suitable for: Anyone who is responsible for spending moment with third-party suppliers Course Outcomes: By the end of this webinar you will have an understanding of the following topics that you’ll be able to easily apply.

Getting payroll right is key to keeping employees and the ATO happy. Attend this concise presentation to learn about the key areas to review for a smooth payroll year end as well as MYOB features to assist with engaging and paying your employees. The session includes tips for STP2 finalisation along with automation tools to save time both in AccountRight online and the Browser.

Crystal-Clear Collaboration: Avaya B189 IP Conference Phone (Refurbished) Streamline Meetings with Effortless, Professional Communication Tired of muddled audio and complicated conference setups that waste precious meeting time? The Avaya B189 IP Conference Phone delivers professional-grade sound quality and intuitive controls, transforming your conference room into a hub of seamless collaboration. Whether you’re managing a team in the office or connecting with remote partners, this powerful conference phone ensures every voice is heard—loud and clear. Why Choose an IP Conference Phone?

Dell Latitude 3300 Motherboard with Onboard Intel Core i5-8250U CPU (Refurbished, Part Number: CMRW8) Restore the performance and reliability of your Dell Latitude 3300 laptop with this genuine Dell OEM motherboard, featuring an integrated Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor running at 1.6 GHz, onboard Intel graphics, and designed exclusively for the Latitude 3300. Certified refurbished and backed by a 1-year warranty, this systemboard ensures perfect compatibility and dependable operation.

A website is a powerful tool to inspire, engage and connect with your audience. So how do you know if you’re making the most of it?   How do you conduct a review of your existing website or plan for a new website to be built? 

The mobile revolution is changing the way organisations work and interact with their audience. It adds another channel to the multi-channel world where our not-for-profits exist. This creates opportunities and changes the ways we can communicate, market, fundraise and provide services. This presentation will look at the range of effects that mobile connectivity has on the not-for-profit sector and examples of how organisations from Australia and abroad are learning about using mobile. It will also provide guidelines for approaching the integration of this global trend into your work. Speaker biography: John is a not-for-profit technology educator and strategist helping not-for-profits for over 20 years. He provides advice, educate and write about the effective use of technology in not-for-profit organisations. An additional video on the speaker panel featuring John Kenyon and Beth Kanter is included in this package. 

This package includes the following session videos: 1. The whole world in your hand: Embracing the mobile revolutionThe mobile revolution is changing the way organisations work and interact with their audience. It adds another channel to the multi-channel world where our not-for-profits exist. This creates opportunities and changes the ways we can communicate, market, fundraise and provide services. This presentation will look at the range of effects that mobile connectivity has on the not-for-profit sector and examples of how organisations from Australia and abroad are learning about using mobile. It will also provide guidelines for approaching the integration of this global trend into your work.

Donors are the lifeblood of your organisation, volunteers the strong backs upon which it is built. You rely on them and on the partners and other constituents who interact with your not-for-profit on a daily basis. Tracking them all involves creating and maintaining a lot of data.  But that data also needs to be accessible. A database is like a First Aid kit—it doesn’t matter what’s in it if you can’t get to it when you need to. For example, if a donor calls, you want to be able to instantly access their donation history, their personal information and any other relevant data.  

Email is a key channel to communicate with our stakeholders, volunteers, donors and supporters. Many not-for-profit organisations use emails to send out e-newsletters, information on the upcoming fundraising campaigns, event invitations and other campaigns to promote their cause.  It is a powerful marketing tool that delivers value by driving response and cultivating ongoing relationships, and it is cited by marketers as one of the tactics with the best ROI. Numerous surveys of online marketers around the world also show that email is as important to them as it was two years ago. But it has to be done right to generate results.  This webinar aims to extend participants' skills and knowledge in practical and successful email marketing. Learning outcomes include: 

Things might have changed since you last built a website. It is now cheaper and easier to build well-designed websites that will be effective for you, your organisation, search engines and your mobile users. Make sure you go in this time with your eyes open and be aware of what is happening so you can get a website that does what you need and looks terrific. In this webinar we will go through the top 10 tips for building a new website: