Convio CEO, Gene Austin, Summit 2008 Keynote – Dream it and Do it.

Welcome to the virtual pressroom for the Convio Summit 2008 Keynote by Chief Executive Officer, Gene Austin.

Convio Summit allows nonprofit leaders the opportunity to discuss the most pressing issues affecting organizations today and how they can employ technology to reach and inspire people and manage their organizations.

On November 19, Austin addressed more than 800 nonprofit professionals, service and technology partners about the industry and key issues. In addition, attendees participated in more than 75 interactive sessions on topics of execution and exploring how the Internet will evolve to serve nonprofits in the coming years.

Keynote Presentation

"Dream it and Do it." (PDF, 4.35 MB) Austin's full keynote Power Point presentation. 

Full press release about Austin's Keynote at the 2008 Convio Summit.

Video Downloads

Below find links to clips from Convio, CEO, Gene Austin’s keynote for viewing or for reuse by the blog community or broadcasters. Click on the  "watch video" links accompanying the summary to view the video. Embed codes for videos are available on the Convio YouTube Web page. 

Gene’s projections of an increase in online growth and changing world for nonprofit fundraising. Watch video (0:59 sec).

Gene explains how the SaaS platform has been a key innovation for nonprofits over the past several years, allowing them to focus on mission rather than technology. Watch video (1:03 min).

Gene expresses his excitement over the interest and capabilities of the Common Ground constituent relationship management system that gives a full view of volunteers, advocates, donors and relationships. Watch video.(1:01 sec).

Gene discusses why there is room for optimism for nonprofits in the current economy. Watch video (1:06 min).