One year ago, we did something unprecedented: we gave Virtual Engagement Officers (VEOs) their own 1,000 donor portfolios to manage autonomously. No human backup. No safety net. Just AI fundraisers doing the work—from research to outreach, relationship building to giving revenue.

The results? Thousands of donors engaged. Millions of dollars raised. And a fundamental shift in what's possible when every donor can receive personalized attention, not just your top 2.5%.

In this milestone session, Renee and Emily will share:

• The hard numbers: revenue generated, donor engagement rates, and ROI across institutions
• What surprised us most—both the breakthrough moments and the unexpected challenges
• How Autonomous Fundraising is changing the definition of "portfolio management" forever
• Real stories from the front lines: the donors who responded, the gifts that closed, the relationships that grew
• Where this is headed next—and what it means for your fundraising strategy in 2026 and beyond

This session is a transparent look at what happens when you push the boundaries of what AI can do in fundraising—the wins, the lessons, and the vision for what comes next.

Whether you're skeptical, curious, or already convinced, this conversation will change how you think about the future of your team's capacity.

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