Strong corporate partnerships are built through ongoing collaboration—not one-time volunteer events. In this training, participants will learn practical strategies for identifying, recruiting, engaging, and retaining corporate volunteer partners while building meaningful relationships that align a company's goals and the mission of your organization. Through intentional engagement, well-organized volunteer experiences, effective communication of impact, and thoughtful stewardship, you'll discover how to transform corporate volunteers into long-term advocates, donors, sponsors, and community partners. This session will provide the tools and best practices needed to cultivate lasting partnerships that strengthen your organization's mission and create a greater impact in the communities we serve.
Parking is free for the first 30 attendees.
Speaker
Erica Smith, Volunteer Programs Manager, Piedmont Park Conservancy
Erica Smith serves as the Manager of Volunteer Programs at Piedmont Park Conservancy, where she creates meaningful opportunities that connect corporations, civic groups, and community members to the Park’s mission. With more than 15 years of service to the Conservancy and the non-profit sector, Erica brings extensive experience in relationship-building, volunteer engagement, program development, operations, and team leadership. She manages corporate volunteer partnerships from initial outreach through project execution, recognition, and impact reporting—helping to transform one-day service projects into lasting community relationships. Known for her enthusiasm, organizational expertise, and people-centered approach, Erica is passionate about creating rewarding volunteer experiences that inspire continued service and long-term investment in Piedmont Park.
