Securing and Maximizing Corporate Support

Corporate partners are important supporters of local nonprofits, providing grant funding, event sponsorship, in kind donations, volunteer hours and more. But what are businesses really looking for in a nonprofit partner? How do they decide where to invest their support, and what’s the best way to build lasting, mutually beneficial relationships? Join us for a panel featuring some of our community’s most philanthropic companies as they share insights on securing and maximizing corporate support.

Tuesday, October 28

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Lunch served at noon with panel discussion immediately following.

Location: Goodman Community Center, Evjue Room, Ironworks Building, 149 Waubesa St., Madison, WI 53704

Parking: The center has 2 buildings: Ironworks at 149 Waubesa Street, and Brassworks at 214 Waubesa Street. Daytime parking is limited in the lots. Parking is available at St. Bernard Church, one block away. Or there is ample street parking within a 4-block walk (there are City of Madison parking restrictions on Wednesdays and Thursdays). Parking is available in the lots at both buildings in the evenings and on weekends. Learn more about parking here.

Panelists

Steph Harrill Kyle, Director of Financial Inclusion and Community Engagement at UW Credit Union

Steph Harrill Kyle serves as the Director of Financial Inclusion and Community Engagement at UW Credit Union, where she leads efforts to deepen community partnerships and expand access to financial resources. Her work centers on advancing economic mobility through financial education, grantmaking, volunteerism, and strategic collaborations with nonprofit organizations—particularly in the areas of affordable housing and post-secondary education. Steph also guides initiatives that foster employee engagement and inclusive giving, ensuring that UWCU’s philanthropic strategy reflects both organizational values and community needs.

Tim Cleary, Executive Vice President at Ideal Builders

Tim Cleary, Executive Vice President at Ideal Builders, brings over two decades of leadership in commercial construction and a deep commitment to community growth. Named to InBusiness Magazine’s Power 100 in 2024 and 2025 and recognized in Madison’s 40 Under 40 (2012), Tim combines industry expertise with a people-first approach that drives collaboration and innovation. Active in the Madison community, he also serves on a number of Boards including, Chair of the Carbone Cancer Center Advisory Board, Carbone Venture Philanthropy Committee and Executive Committee, Board member of the Friends of Carbone, Smart Growth Greater Madison, WMC Small Business Committee, WayForward Resources Golf Committee, President of the Middleton Law Enforcement Foundation, Middleton Baseball and Softball Commission, First Tee of South Central Wisconsin and other community and business organizations.

Beth Dettman, Chief Financial Officer at M3

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Stefanie Berg, Community Relations and Employee Volunteer Manager at Exact Sciences

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