SUMMER 2025 DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL New Orleans 23-25 JUN 2025 Download Program Inviting to Belong • Inviting to Invest

Testimonials about the ISPD
Summer Development School

Normally, these types of conferences are geared towards high school, and you have to pick apart what applies to elementary schools.  ISPD does a great job of showing how to apply advancement at the elementary level, too.
Mike Wisnor, President, Incarnate Word Academy, Parma Heights, OH
Every child who has a desire for a Catholic education should be able to receive it. It is our job in development to make sure those students don’t miss out.
John Anson, Principal, Paraclete High School, Lancaster, CA

This conference has given me the confidence to go back and start an Annual Fund for my school.  With all the tools I’ve learned, I can now put a plan together.

Ismael Perez, Principal, Father Dueñas Memorial School, Mangilao, Guam
I’ve been in this field for over 25 years, but I learn something new every time I come to this conference.  We need to stay relevant for our constituents.
Mary Fischer, Vice President of Advancement, Archbishop Moeller High School, Cincinnati

The must-attend event for Catholic Administrators, Advancement/Development, Enrollment Management, and Marketing Professionals!

The ISPD Summer 2025 Development School returns to the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel and will feature a powerhouse lineup of sessions on operational vitality for Catholic schools and parishes, including:

  • Strategic Planning
  • Funding Catholic Schools
  • Admissions and Enrollment Management
  • Marketing and Communications
  • Use of Technology in Advancement
  • Building a Culture of Belonging
  • Multi-School Collaboration
  • Inviting Financial Leaders

Who Should Attend

The ISPD Summer 2025 Development School is open to all Catholic education professionals, including:

  • Pastors
  • Superintendents
  • Diocesan School Office Staff/Advancement Staff
  • Presidents
  • Principals
  • Advancement/Development Directors
  • Admissions Directors/Staff
  • Marketing and Communications Staff.
  • Board Members
  • Faculty and Staff Members
  • Volunteers

2025 Registration

Summer Development School FAQ

The ISPD 2025 Development School Experience will take place at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, the premiere leisure hotel ideally located along the bank of the Mississippi River, across the street from Ceasers Casino, within walking distance of the Aquarium of America, and the World War II Museum, and a streetcar ride to the Audubon Zoo, Butterfly Garden and Insectarium.

The Hilton New Orleans Riverside is also interconnected to the Outlet Mall at The Riverwalk, which includes 85 outlet shops, restaurants, and a fabulous food court. It is two easy walking blocks to our world-famous French Quarter and countless restaurants, art galleries, streetcar lines, and more.

Conference attendees can take advantage of our special group hotel rate of $245/night. After you register for the conference, a link to reserve your hotel room will be provided.

The ISPD Summer Development School features keynote addresses from leading Catholic visionaries and practitioners. Over the three-day conference, attendees can choose from 36 breakout sessions.

Sessions covered will include:

  • Strategic Planning
  • Annual Funds
  • Galas and Auctions
  • Enrollment Management
  • Communications
  • Planned Giving
  • Feasibility Studies and Capital Campaigns
  • Major Donor identification and invitation
  • Database Management
  • Total Stewardship
  • Alumni(ae) involvement

Hear from over 20 presenters – superintendents, pastors, presidents, principals, advancement directors, enrollment management/admissions directors, and ISPD associates. Learn and share with people who are making it happen!

  • Mass is offered on the afternoon of Day 1 and each morning of the conference.
  • Our conference welcome reception will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday at the Hilton. It’s a great chance to meet and network with fellow attendees.

The ISPD 2025 Summer Development School is a great way to showcase your company, brand, and products to Catholic school and parish administrators. This conference attracts key decision-makers, including (arch)diocesan superintendents, pastors, presidents, principals, advancement/development, marketing, and enrollment professionals, who work tirelessly to improve their schools and parish communities.

ISPD Conference sponsorships provide opportunities for attendees to connect and build relationships!  Conference Sponsors will have exclusive access to attendees and will be able to generate qualified leads through our conference app Whova.

The price includes registration/tuition, continental breakfast each morning, lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday, refreshments throughout the day, a Monday reception, and conference materials.

  • Early Bird Discounts are in effect if registering before April 16, 2025.
  • Groups of two or more from the same institution can qualify for the group ticket discount.
  • Current ISPD consulting and coaching clients can qualify for special conference pricing.  Contact the ISPD office for more information.

Attendee Cancellation Policy:

Before May 1, 2025: Conference registration may be canceled with a full refund (less a $75 processing fee) with written notification to catholicdev@ispdconsulting.com.

Between May 1 – June 1, 2025: A 50% refund is available for conference registration with written notification to catholicdev@ispdconsulting.com

After June 1, 2025: No refunds will be granted after this time. In the case of an emergency or extenuating circumstances, requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

A registered attendee who cannot attend the conference may transfer that registration to another individual from their institution. All requests should be made via written notification to catholicdev@ispdconsulting.com.

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