Head, Philanthropy
Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute
Hailing from Ireland, Rob’s career began in the finance sector, working both directly with clients in advisory roles and then went into Investment Banking in 2005 where he worked for Morgan Stanley in equities in Australia and China. He made the tricky transition from the Corporate world into the NFP sector around 12 years ago where he started as Major Gifts Manager at The Shepherd Centre for deaf children. From there he moved to Key Relationships Manager at NeuRA (Neuroscience Research Australia) before joining Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute in 2018 as the Head of Philanthropy. Rob is also currently finishing a book on Philanthropy focused primarily on major giving.
Trillions in Transition: How Charities Can Lead, Adapt, and Thrive in the Greatest Wealth Transfer in History
Digital Marketing and Fundraising Specialist
Digital Ninjas
Jonny is a seasoned digital marketing and fundraising expert, known for helping charities make the most of limited budgets and resources. At Digital Ninjas, he partners with nonprofits to develop high-impact digital strategies that combine creativity, data, and technology. With a background spanning commercial and nonprofit sectors, Jonny’s work focuses on delivering measurable results, turning clicks into conversions, and one-time donors into lifelong supporters.
From Click to Commitment: Turning Digital Engagement into Long-Term Donors
Director - Professional and Managed Services
Blackbaud Pacific
Gregory Dellas is a versatile and driven executive leader with extensive experience across the Nonprofit, Finance, Professional Services, Education, ICT, and Automotive sectors. Over the past two decades, he has focused his career on the nonprofit space, where he has successfully balanced commercial rigour, governance, and transformative change initiatives with mission delivery.
In his current role at Blackbaud, Gregory shares his expertise with a wide range of organisations united by a common goal: leaving the world better than they found it. His tenure as Board Chair of SPANA Australia was especially meaningful, allowing him to contribute directly to a cause close to his heart. He describes the opportunity to serve as a privilege and a deeply rewarding experience.
Donor-Centric Fundraising: Managing the Donor Lifecycle Effectively
National General Manager of Fundraising Operations
The Salvation Army Australia
Danial Evans is a strategic and results-driven executive leader with extensive expertise in operational excellence, fundraising strategy, and business transformation across the nonprofit, government, and corporate sectors in Australia. With a proven ability to deliver complex organisational change, Danial excels in fostering high-performing teams, driving operational efficiency, and leveraging technology to optimise service delivery.
As National General Manager of Fundraising Operations at The Salvation Army, Danial has led significant strategic initiatives including the creation of a national Operations team, the delivery of performance frameworks, and the implementation of a game-changing CRM transformation project. His leadership is defined by a commitment to governance, innovation, and the empowerment of people, underpinned by a commercial mindset and strong stakeholder engagement skills. Passionate about creating sustainable impact, Danial brings an authentic and values-driven leadership style that inspires cultural excellence and operational rigour.
His career spans senior roles in Queensland Government, Powerlink QLD, and Parks Victoria, where he delivered enterprise-wide strategic planning, business performance frameworks, and financial stewardship. With a Bachelor of Science and Engineering (Hons) from the University of Manchester, Danial combines technical acumen with a strategic outlook, enabling organisations to navigate complex environments and achieve their mission with clarity and purpose. He thrives in roles that require cross-sector collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and a relentless focus on delivering value for both supporters and communities.
Transforming Fundraising Operations: Inside The Salvation Army’s Performance Engine
Senior Director, AI Growth
Blackbaud
Paul is a seasoned AI executive who has worked at the likes of Amazon and Glassdoor. He brings a unique blend of startup agility and enterprise expertise to Blackbaud and this discussion.
AI for Impact: How Nonprofits Can Harness Transformative Technology for Greater Efficiency
Fundraising & Philanthropy Manager
QIMR Berghofer
Tiffany Hardy is a dedicated philanthropy and fundraising leader with over 20 years of experience in higher education, private education, and the health sector. She holds a Masters in Philanthropy and Nonprofit from QUT, a Masters in Public Relations (UniSQ), and a Bachelor of Business with honours (UniSQ). Currently, she serves as the Manager of Fundraising and Philanthropy at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, has worked for over two and a half years.
Tiffany is passionate about enhancing the lives of others through strategic philanthropy, employing innovative fundraising strategies, and engaging stakeholders through donor-centric communications. She leads a skilled and diverse team, focused on making a positive impact. Known for her commitment to nurturing talent, Tiffany is driven by her passion for coaching and supporting fundraisers, ensuring her team thrives in an environment of collaboration and shared purpose.
From Chaos to Clarity: Mastering Data for Fundraising Excellence
Founder
Red Arc
Stu is the founder of Red Arc, a company dedicated to creating innovative integration tools for nonprofits. With over a decade of experience in providing solutions to the nonprofit sector, Stu has a deep understanding of the technology challenges these organisations face. He believes that innovation, rather than hard work, is the key to overcoming these challenges. Stu is passionate about simplifying complex processes to help organisations do more good.
Building an Integrated Tech Stack: Strategies for Automation, Data Quality, and Open Connectivity
Senior Solutions Engineer and Fundraising Consultant
Blackbaud Pacific
Chelsea is a Senior Solutions Engineer and Fundraising Consultant at Blackbaud Pacific. With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector across over six countries, Chelsea excels in driving impactful solutions for fundraising and donor engagement. At Blackbaud, she leverages her expertise to optimise the use of Raiser’s Edge NXT, providing consulting on best practices, training sessions, and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.
In her spare time, Chelsea is president of The Regals Musical Society, volunteers for the Sydney chapter of Dress for Success, and plays with her two amazing rescue cats.
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT Roadmap – A Vision of a Unified Future
Founder
Mark Hughes Foundation
Mark Hughes is a former professional rugby league player, was a key member of two premiership-winning teams for the Newcastle Knights and proudly represented New South Wales in State of Origin.
In 2013, at just 36 years old, Mark faced a life-altering diagnosis of high-grade brain cancer, a disease with no cure and stagnant treatment options for over three decades. Refusing to be defined by his diagnosis, he co-founded the Mark Hughes Foundation, which has since raised over $35 million to fund brain cancer research and create hope for countless families.
Keynote Session
Senior Manager of Payments Product Management
Blackbaud
John Humphreys is the Senior Manager of Payments Product Management at Blackbaud. He is fanatical about delivering a simple, secure and optimised payment solution that allows social good organisations to drive growth and maximise their impact.
From volunteering in the US Peace Corps to serving as the President of the Board of a top-rated charter school in Colorado, John is passionate empowering social good and giving back to our local communities.
Prior to Blackbaud he spent 17 years at HomeAdvisor where he led the Product Management team.
Maximise Your Online Giving: Optimise Your Donation Forms for Impact
The Metrics That Matter: Maximising Donor Retention Through Payment Intelligence
Payments Processing Optimisation Workshop (for bbcon attendees only)
Head of Digital Solutions
Blackbaud Pacific
Chris joined the nonprofit sector very early in his career contributing to the impactful work of both The Wilderness Society and the Australian Conservation Foundation. After joining Blackbaud in 2012, he has become a leading global digital consultant for Blackbaud CRM and Blackbaud Internet Solutions, delivering innovative enterprise-level web solutions for mission-driven organisations. He brings a creative and innovative mind, combining technical expertise with a strong focus on practical solutions that help drive success for your digital campaigns.
From Click to Commitment: Turning Digital Engagement into Long-Term Donors
Fundraising Data & Analytics Manager
Australian Conservation Foundation
Johanna Rosenthal is Fundraising Data & Analytics Manager at the Australian Conservation Foundation, where she leads a data-driven strategy to support environmental protection across Australia. With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, Johanna brings to her work a deep understanding of fundraising, database administration, and organisational processes. Her expertise lies in process improvement and the strategic implementation of platforms like Blackbaud CRM to increase efficiency and maximise fundraising outcomes.
When she's not a work, Joh can be found tending to her garden, hiking in the wilderness, or soaking up some sun at the beach.
The Database Administrator: From Gatekeeper to Game Changer!
COO
BrightVine Solutions
Stacey Segal is the Chief Operating Officer at BrightVine Solutions, where she leads strategic initiatives to help nonprofits harness the power of technology for greater impact. With deep expertise in Blackbaud CRM, data integration, and IT Strategy, Stacey partners with mission-driven organizations to streamline operations and future-proof their tech stacks. She’s also a passionate advocate for responsible AI adoption in the nonprofit sector and supports global wildlife conservation.
Building an Integrated Tech Stack: Strategies for Automation, Data Quality, and Open Connectivity
President and General Manager, Pacific Region
Blackbaud Pacific
Kevin Sher is the President and General Manager of Blackbaud Pacific. He is a proven business leader with deep experience in strategic planning, product marketing, and sales management. Kevin has an excellent knowledge of the Asia-Pacific nonprofit sector and has worked with a variety of charities across the region. Kevin possesses 20+ years of experience setting marketing and sales strategy, defining brand direction, motivating teams, ensuring performance, driving revenue, and standing accountable for results.
Welcome to bbcon 2025
General Manager
Peak Fundraising Systems
Paul has a passion for technology, innovation, and bringing out the best in people. As General Manager of Peak Fundraising Systems, he drives a culture of constant improvement and 10/10 customer service through teamwork, superior systems, and innovative solutions.
With more than 14 years of fundraising experience across a variety of channels including Face to Face and Telefundraising, Paul develops software solutions and works to build systems that help nonprofits and agencies alike generate a real net return on their programs.
Regular Giving Reimagined: Smart Strategies, Bold Ideas & Real Results
Fundraising Operations & Analytics Manager
Vision Australia
If there’s someone who knows data, it’s Fan! With roles that have included Data Analytics & Strategic Insights Manager (Children’s Medical Research Institute), Analytics Manager (Merkle), Data Manager (University of Melbourne) and Data Analyst (Roy Morgan Research), Fan has 20 years' experience of getting the very best out of data and analytics.
In her current role, she leads a team of five to provide analytics insights to answer business questions for fundraising strategies, campaign monitoring, fundraising success measures, prospecting, donor acquisition and retention performance. She collaborates with internal and external business partners to discover business gaps in operational process and provides solutions to elevate business efficiency and supporter satisfaction.
Regular Giving Reimagined: Smart Strategies, Bold Ideas & Real Results