Previous Events
Please note that Adapta’s “Answer Time” and “Cake” sessions cover topics at a broad level, and as such any information provided is given for general purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Participants should not act on the basis of any information provided during a session or in any of its supporting materials without obtaining proper professional advice specific to their situation. Adapta makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information provided is accurate and reliable, however no warranty is given and it may be subject to change at any time.

ESG Reporting - Zoom event
Wednesday 6th December 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Virtual Zoom event - 14.00-15.15 ,
£0.00 30
Attendees will acquire actionable insights on effectively integrating ESG reporting within their organisation, gaining step-by-step strategies to assess, measure, and disclose environmental, social and governance factors. Participants will understand how ESG reporting enhances transparency, fostering deeper engagement with donors, volunteers, and supporters. They will also learn how to communicate their organisations commitment to sustainable practices, boosting credibility and attracting increased support.
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AI: Rise of the machines and cake
Wednesday 15th November 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Royal College of Nursing , 20 Cavendish Square , London , W1G 0RN
£0.00 40
Join the team at Adapta for this immersive AI-focused event. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the symbiotic relationship between Artificial Intelligence and UK charities. Through captivating discussions and insightful presentations, participants will be able to grasp a profound understanding of AI's potential to revolutionise their organisations operations, donor engagement, and impact measurement.
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CRM and Customer Data - Zoom event
Tuesday 10th October 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Virtual Zoom event - 14.00-15.15 ,
£0.00 100
Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how a Customer Data Platform (CDP) can help their Not-for-profit organisation, effectively organise and utilise donor data from various sources, enabling personalised communication and tailored outreach strategies. The session will also showcase how a CDP empowers Not-for-profit organisations to create more meaningful interactions with donors by providing a comprehensive view of donor preferences and behaviours, leading to improved engagement, targeted campaigns, and ultimately, increased support.
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CRM, customer data and cake
Wednesday 27th September 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Royal College of Nursing , 20 Cavendish Square , London , W1G 0RN
£0.00 45
In this session we will discuss customer relationship management as a business strategy and outline the underpinning data and technology capabilities you may need to realise such strategies. We will be talking about products that describe themselves as “CRMs” to products that describe themselves as “CDPs” and everything in between. Adapta will present this in a pragmatic, plain English overview of where we find ourselves today through our experience with numerous sector clients. Additionally, we will hear from other third sector organisations about where they are on their technology journey to better find and engage their supporters, stakeholders or beneficiaries.
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Digital strategies and cake
Thursday 13th July 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Royal College of Nursing , 20 Cavendish Square , London , W1G 0RN
£0.00 45
COVID provided the impetus for digital transformation to become a mainstream trustee topic – but what exactly is involved in a digital transformation and where do you start? What does a strategy to transform your organisation look like? In this session we will discuss the key elements to an effective digital strategy and practical ideas for how you can develop one. We’ll hear from leading organisations about where they’ve been successful, where they’ve struggled and how they overcame some of the challenges they faced in becoming more ‘digital’.
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Managing and resourcing your IT function and cake
Wednesday 17th May 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Royal College of Nursing , 20 Cavendish Square , London , W1G 0RN
£0.00 45
Third sector organisations that struggle with their technology can focus too much on the technology and not enough on the people. This Adapta event will focus entirely on the options organisations have to source and sustain the specialist technology and data capabilities they will need to fully utilise and benefit from their investment in technology and systems. Helping you to answer questions such as “What skills and capabilities will we need from our IT/digital/data teams in the future?” and “Should we outsource or build an in-house team – or a combination of that?”, Adapta will tackle this issue starting from the essential capabilities that all organisations need and then building on this as your organisational size and technology/digital ambition grows.
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Adapta Webinar - Digital fundraising in the modern non-profit: Technology
Thursday 27th April 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Virtual Zoom event - 14.00-15.15 ,
£0.00 25
Implementing a digital fundraising strategy requires a number of things; a strong digital culture, an understanding of the needs of your audiences. They are good places to start. However, sooner or later your attention will need to be drawn to the technology. What digital fundraising platforms will work best for your organisation? How do you make sure you have a presence in those online and social channels where your supporters or fundraisers are already active? How do you make sure your in-house CRM and digital marketing platforms can connect in this multi-channel fundraising world? Join Adapta's Keith Collins and Bertie Bosredon at our interactive webinar session exploring these questions in more detail with your peers in this online learning and Q&A session.
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Data protection, information security and cake
Wednesday 29th March 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Royal College of Nursing , 20 Cavendish Square , London , W1G 0RN
£0.00 45
GDPR… it seems almost like a distant memory now. All that work we all did in the run-up to May 2018, reviewing policies, procedures, working practices and even IT systems… and yet here we are, 5 years on already! But did any of it ‘stick’? Was all that hard work worth it? Does your organisation still live and breathe all of that good practice you worked so hard to put in place back then? This session will explore questions such as these, with a view to helping you stay in control of your data.
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Digitalising finance and cake
Wednesday 8th February 2023 at 14:00 GMT
Royal College of Nursing , 20 Cavendish Square , London , W1G 0RN
£0.00 45
By applying modern finance methods to fundraising activities, organisations are saving themselves time while also becoming more agile and improving engagement. In turn, this is helping them to improve the loyalty and retention of their supporters. This session asks the question, “How can you digitalise finance functions and processes throughout your organisation?” In answering this question, we look at the cadence of modern finance processes, what that means for marketing and fundraising teams, how they can be better supported through effective use of data, and generally better empowered to do what they do best. We’ll hear from leading organisations about where they’ve been successful, where they’ve struggled and how they overcame some of the challenges they faced in making the change.
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Crisis
Rebecca Pritchard
Former Director of Operations
Adapta have been honest and realistic with us throughout. They are clear where they can add value and where we can do things on our own – so it feels like a partnership...
Médecins Sans Frontières UK
James Kliffen
Head of Fundraising
You have had a huge influence in our fundraising, and I would enthusiastically recommend you to other charities (and often have)...
Badger Trust
Dawn Varley
Operations & Strategy Director
I knew I could task them with my problem, and leave them to undertake the work in a professional yet friendly way, bringing their expertise and experience to the project…
Medical Aid for Palestinians
Iain McSeveney
Finance Director
I’m very pleased with the professional way that Adapta managed the project. It was obvious that they have great experience in the charity sector and on the range of suitable software on the market…
National Children’s Bureau
Rachel Rand
Strategic Director - Finance and Corporate Services
I would not embark on any IT project without first meeting with Adapta to understand how they feel they could support me. I have found their guidance and practical support invaluable…
ClientEarth
Rosalba Leonelli
Head of Finance
Thank you to you and your team for developing and facilitating an excellent workshop. You fully understood our needs which were evident in the workshop structure and content…