Thank you for joining us for the 2025 Levitt National Convening!

The collaborative, community spirit of the Levitt network truly shined throughout the Convening. The dynamic exchange of ideas, experiences and insights was inspiring as we collectively advance our shared mission of building community through music.

Please see below to access PDFs of the presentations, additional resources, as well as the Convening photo gallery. If you need any assistance accessing these resources, please contact programs@levitt.org.

THE LEVITT FAMILY LEGACY 
Watch the Levitt Family Legacy Film, a production of the Levitt Foundation.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 28

State of Levitt
Sharon Yazowski, Levitt Foundation
Presentation

Plenary | The Happy, Healthy Nonprofit: Where Wellbeing Meets Impact
Beth Kanter, Nonprofit Thought Leader and Author
Resources 

Breakout Session | Creative Placemaking in Action
Sadie Ash, City of Colusa, Levitt AMP Colusa
Eric Linares, Creative Waco, Levitt AMP Waco
Vanessa Silberman, Levitt Foundation
Presentation

Breakout Session | Volunteer Management: Building Stronger Communities Through Engagement
Amanda McDaniel, Levitt AMP Shenandoah Junction
Spike McGuire, Brewery Arts Center, Levitt AMP Carson City
Laura Mullen, Levitt Shell Sioux Falls
Becki Zaglifa, Jefferson County Parks & Recreation, Levitt AMP Shenandoah Junction
Kimberly James, Levitt Foundation
Presentation

Inspire: Ideas for Impact | The Power of Storytelling
Madeline Hart, Levitt Pavilion Dayton
Presentation

Inspire: Ideas for Impact | Engaging Diverse Voices
Shane Morrow, RISE Chattanooga, Levitt BLOC Chattanooga
Presentation

Inspire: Ideas for Impact | Youth Spotlight Program
Angela Peña, Levitt Pavilion Arlington
Presentation 

Inspire: Ideas for Impact | Launching a Hype Team
Allie Thut-Connelly, On Broadway Inc, Levitt AMP Green Bay
Presentation 

Facilitated Workshop | Action Guide for Building Socially Connected Communities
Morgan Marler and Ashley Krombach, Foundation for Social Connection
Action Guide for Building Socially Connected Communities

Facilitated Workshop | Practical AI for Community Arts: Saving Time, Stretching Resources, Leading Responsibly
Beth Kanter, Nonprofit Thought Leader and Author
Resources

Facilitated Workshop | Marketing that Hits All the Right Notes: Digital Strategies to Amplify Your Free Concerts
Leslie Cole, Community Boost
Presentation
Marketing Strategy Workbook

Facilitated Workshop | Leveraging Verbal Judo for De-escalation Under Pressure
Kevin W. Price, Verbal Judo
Verbal Judo De-escalation Workbook
Verbal Judo “Tac Card” Template

Facilitated Workshop | Staying Ahead of the Storm Front: Developing Contingency Plans to Mitigate Severe Weather Risks for Your Concert Series
Peter Ashwin, Event Risk Management Solutions
Presentation
Severe Weather + Preparedness
Levitt Network Safety and Security Pocket Guide
Heat Risk Assessment Matrix Template – Outdoor Events
Emergency Response Procedure: Severe Weather & Evacuation

Facilitated Workshop | Planning with Purpose: Creating Accessible and Inclusive Events
Elizabeth Ralston, Accessibility Consultant
Presentation
Worksheet: Planning Accessible Outdoor Events
Event Accessibility Planner
Checklist for Accessible Event Planning

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SATURDAY, MARCH 29

AMP/VIBE/BLOC Affinity Breakout Session | Marketing Your Music Series
Chris Dzialo, Levitt Foundation
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AMP/VIBE/BLOC Affinity Breakout Session | Unexpected Funders: Expanding Your Fundraising Horizons
Valerie Horn, Cowan Community Action Group, Levitt AMP Whitesburg
Janel Washington, Scotland Saturdays, Levitt AMP Baton Rouge
Dagmar Koss, Levitt Foundation
Amber Withers-Bohrod, Ph.D., Levitt Foundation
Presentation

AMP/VIBE/BLOC Affinity Breakout Session | Cultivating Connections: From Initial Contact to Lasting Collaborative Partnerships
Marielle Allschwang, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Levitt AMP Sheboygan
Meg Rego, NeighborWorks® Blackstone River Valley, Levitt AMP Woonsocket
Victoria Bridenstine, Levitt Foundation
Presentation

AMP/VIBE/BLOC Affinity Breakout Session | Reimagine Your Music Series: Pushing the Boundaries with Engaging Artist Lineups and Intermission Performances 
Tina Betz, Cityfest, Inc., Levitt AMP Wilmington
Malik Johnson, Levitt AMP Utica
Dagmar Koss, Levitt Foundation
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AMP/VIBE/BLOC Affinity Breakout Session | Creating a Welcoming Atmosphere & Fostering Community through Lawn Activation
Caniya Johnson, Black Cultural Zone, Levitt VIBE Oakland
Daniel LoPilato, Colusa County Arts Council, Levitt AMP Colusa
Victoria Bridenstine, Levitt Foundation
Presentation

FOL Executive Directors & Board Affinity Breakout Session
Jenny Carrillo, MA, CFRE, Alexander | Carrillo Consulting
Presentation

FOL Staff Affinity Breakout Session 
Kimberly James, Levitt Foundation
Resource Spotlight
ARTSQUEST Prosocial Value Statement
Levitt Pavilion Denver Marketing Summary

To view archived resources from our 2024 Convening, please click here.