Elevate 2026: Unlock the power of BoardEffect with AI

Get ready for Elevate 2026! Join us in Atlanta, GA, April 22-24, 2026, where nonprofit leaders and administrators come together to explore the future of AI and governance and learn how to maximize the impact of BoardEffect. This year’s program is packed with hands-on training, peer-led sessions and expert insights designed to help you maximize the opportunity of agentic AI, streamline board operations and strengthen board engagement.

Elevate 2026 is designed to empower nonprofits, mission-driven organizations, community healthcare organizations and community banks with the knowledge and strategies essential for navigating today’s governance challenges. With this year’s agenda, attendees can expect a focus on practical product training with best practices for governance, risk and compliance. Connect with peers and experts in a collaborative environment, and explore the AI-driven solutions that BoardEffect offers boards to deliver mission impact.

Every session is thoughtfully curated for BoardEffect users. From interactive workshops led by seasoned professionals to thought-provoking keynote addresses, the sessions are designed to address the unique needs and opportunities faced by volunteer boards.

Whether you represent a local credit union or a global nonprofit organization, Elevate 2026 promises to be a transformative event that will leave a lasting impact on your institution. This is your once-a-year opportunity to gain hands-on experience, stay on top of the latest trends and sharpen your AI skills. All in three unmissable days packed with insights from the best and brightest in GRC.

Here's a preview of the sessions curated for volunteer board— packed with insights and practical takeaways. Let’s dive in!

View the full agenda to find out about all the other sessions taking place at Elevate 2026 and register here.

Elevate 2026 sessions and workshops for community organizations

Day 1: Wednesday, April 22

Level up your meeting book game with BoardEffect (Training)

Bring your laptop for a hands-on session designed to simplify Meeting Book creation in BoardEffect. We’ll dive into the features that make it easy to polish your content, cut down prep time, and collaborate with your team securely and efficiently.

All in favor? BoardEffect approvals and polls in action (Training)

Learn something new in this hands-on session focused on BoardEffect’s collaboration features. From Workflows and Approvals to Surveys and Polls, you’ll see how to collect responses, share updates, and manage your process without ever leaving the platform. Leave with practical tips for using BoardEffect's features to action the key tasks and gather the information needed.

BoardEffect controls: Who runs the site? (You do.) (Training)

In this hands-on session, we’ll dive into how you can use BoardEffect’s user profiles and permission settings to tailor access, manage visibility, and keep everything organized behind the scenes. From customizing what you capture to controlling who sees what, you’ll walk away with practical tips to make your site smarter, cleaner, and perfectly suited to your board’s needs.

Day 2: Thursday, April 23

AI for mission-driven boards: People, policy and purpose

AI can support stronger nonprofit governance but it doesn’t replace human judgment. Learn how mission driven boards are managing AI oversight for impact while keeping people and the mission at the center of every decision.

Making meetings work: Simplifying Robert’s Rules for nonprofit teams (Breakout)

Learn how to apply Robert’s Rules of Order in a practical, approachable way that keeps meetings focused and productive. This session breaks down common motions and procedures so your board can spend less time on process and more time on decisions.

Let’s get hands-on with BoardEffect’s Govern AI (Training)

See GovernAI in action during this hands-on session built for busy administrators. You’ll explore how AI Smart Prep streamlines meeting preparation, AI Smart Summary condenses board books into quick takeaways, AI Smart Minutes transforms notes and transcripts into professional minutes, and AI Smart Search helps you find what you need in seconds.

Board member engagement: Habits of high-functioning boards (Training)

The more engaged your board members are, the higher their impact. You’ll learn practical ways to spark involvement, keep engagement between board members and help build strong relationships. Get a hands-on look at how to use reporting and data to track progress and celebrate success.

Day 3: Friday, April 24

BoardEffect on the Diligent One Platform

Discover how BoardEffect on the Diligent One Platform helps you manage users more efficiently, enhance key workflows, and manage risk. We’ll highlight the latest updates and explain exactly what they mean for you, your board and committees, and leaders.

The Great BoardEffect Challenge (Peer-Led)

Close out the day with a little friendly collaboration in The Great BoardEffect Challenge. In this networking session, you’ll team up with peers to tackle real-world governance challenges your organizations face. Guided by our Customer Success team, groups will brainstorm creative solutions using BoardEffect and beyond — then regroup to share ideas and learn from one another.

Please note all sessions are subject to change.

How to register for Elevate 2026

If you haven’t already booked your ticket to join us in Atlanta at Elevate 2026, we’d love to see you there! Register here. For answers to any questions you might have check out our Elevate FAQs.