Original Broadcast Date: May 25, 2023.

Summary: Are we on the cusp of an economic downturn? Most economists agree that a recession is imminent. This webinar discusses how you can prepare your not-for-profit for uncertain times, and even find opportunities to thrive. Learn about planning, tools, and decisions you can make to help weather the storm and come out on top. From cash flow planning and expense reviews, to personnel and strategy setting, we dig into all the areas that need your attention to prepare for and survive the economy ahead.

Resources from webinar

Download the Slide Deck
Guide to Scenario Planning for NPOs

Webinar recording

About the presenters

Christine Kecser – Controller, NPO Division,

Christine Kecser is the Controller, NPO Division, at Enkel Backoffice Solutions. Prior to joining Enkel, Christine was very active in the nonprofit accounting and audit sector in Ontario where she was an accounting professor at the School of Business at Conestoga College, a leadership finance coach and consultant, and Executive Director at Cambridge Shelter Corporation. Christine brings over 30 years of finance and bookkeeping experience to the table and is passionate about the Nonprofit sector and helping organizations better manage their finance and operations.Christine holds a BAcc from Goodman School of Business at Brock University.

Shirley Wolff, CPA, CA – Senior Controller

Shirley Wolff is a Senior Controller at Enkel Backoffice Solutions, heavily focused on NPO clients. Prior to joining Enkel, Shirley served as an audit partner with a focus on the government, not-for-profit and financial services sectors. Shirley led Deloitte’s audit and assurance services to public sector and not-for-profit organizations in BC for 8 years and advised her clients on the adoption of new accounting standards, accounting for complex transactions, risk management and improvements to internal controls.Shirley is a CPA and CA and brings more than 25 years’ experience to her role at Enkel. She is the Treasurer for PLEA Community Services of BC, a member of the finance committee of the Minerva Foundation for BC Women, and a board member for North Lonsdale United Church.

“This was a great free webinar. I appreciate all that CharityVillage does to educate and support nonprofits.

– Past CharityVillage Webinar Participant