Blackbaud announced on July 14th that Robin Wright, an award-winning actress and an international women’s advocate, is delivering the keynote speech at bbcon 2017. The tech conference gathers individuals from every corner of the social good community to discuss innovation, insights, and trends, with this year’s conference taking place in Baltimore from October 17th to 19th.
Focusing on cloud software and powering social good, Blackbaud serves every member of the social good community by empowering them through data intelligence, software, expertise, and services. Wright is known for philanthropic work with the Enough Project’s Raise Hope for Congo campaign, along with wide appeal thanks to leading roles in motion pictures such as “Forrest Gump” and “Wonder Woman”.
“We are thrilled to have Robin Wright join us for bbcon 2017 because her words and actions authentically reflect a commitment to building a better world,” said Catherine LaCour, a senior vice president at Blackbaud in a press release. “Attendees will undoubtedly benefit from her unique perspective as a public advocate, head of a high-impact foundation, philanthropist and leader of a premier social enterprise brand.”
Bbcon connects fundraisers, change makers, technologists, industry thought leaders, marketers, and administrators with dedicated tracks for over 200 breakouts, and tools to help further their impact and connections. Other speakers include Ted Garrard, CEO of SickKids Foundation, Cherul Contee, co-founder and CEO of Fission Strategy, and Sue Cunningham, president of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education.
