Physician, Philanthropist, Nonprofit Innovator.Dr. Sanjay Bindra is a board-certified Cardiac Electrophysiologist with over two decades of experience diagnosing and treating complex heart rhythm disorders. He holds multiple certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Cardiovascular Disease, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Bindra is widely recognized for his leadership in social impact and sustainable philanthropy. He is the President, Co-Founder, and Board Chair of GOSUMEC Foundation USA, a zero-overhead 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports need- and merit-based medical students in India. Under his leadership, the foundation established the first endowment in India for medical education. In 2025, he launched The GIVE Study, a groundbreaking 12-month, real-time study exploring how small, volunteer-run nonprofits can achieve recurring donor growth through behavioral design, trust, and technology—without paid staff or traditional fundraising expenses..
Shama Shams, CFRE, is the founder of Case for Support Consulting, a nonprofit strategist with over 20 years of experience, and a published author. She specializes in fundraising, strategic planning, marketing, and board development. Shama has led million-dollar campaigns, built high-performing teams, and secured transformational gifts for nonprofits of all sizes. She is also the host of the podcast From Passion to Purpose, where she amplifies the voices of nonprofit leaders and changemakers. Shama also teaches at North Seattle College and Edmonds College, on nonprofit board development, storytelling, and fundraising. She presented at various conferences and webinars throughout the country. Through her work, Shama empowers mission-driven organizations to grow sustainably while honoring the communities they serve with dignity, equity, and purpose.
Sara Anhar is a Co-Founder of FundRobin, an AI-powered platform working to democratize access to funding opportunities for mission-driven organizations. She brings more than eight years of hands-on experience in the social impact sector, having worked across diverse contexts from grassroots organizations in Bangladesh to major international agencies including UNICEF, World Food Programme, and Malaria Consortium in the UK.
With dual Masters degrees in Health Economics and Development Studies, Sara has witnessed firsthand the systematic barriers that prevent innovative social solutions from accessing appropriate funding. Her experience spans grant management, program development, and organizational capacity building across multiple continents, providing her with unique insights into the global funding landscape.
Dr. Scott Janney leads a 29-person team that produces $200 million each year in current funding for The Salvation Army’s mission and capital needs. His team of 16 frontline fundraisers records $80 million in new planned gifts annually. He’s helped secure many gifts of over $1M, including record-breaking donations at Villanova, AtlantiCare, and St. Mary Medical Center. A longtime Strategic Consultant at PlannedGiving.com, he specializes in transformational and blended gifts. Scott holds a Doctorate from Temple, an M.Div. from Princeton, a Bachelor’s from Asbury, and is a sought-after national speaker and author.
Scott is the founder of Stewardship Matters, Inc., a wealth advisory firm in Maitland, Florida. With nearly four decades of experience since 1986, his guiding principle has been: "To become more, so I can be more for others in my life." Scott specializes in financial stewardship, charitable giving, and retirement income planning, helping clients discover hidden opportunities. He has led seminars for the Florida Institute of CPAs, Association of Fundraising Professionals, and Charitable Gift Planners. A former board member and past president of Charitable Gift Planners of Central Florida, Scott teaches through online courses, podcasts, and videos. He earned his Business Administration degree from the University of Central Florida.
Sherry Quam Taylor works with business-minded Nonprofit CEOs whose Strategic Plans require expansive budgets and larger amounts of unrestricted revenue for growth and infrastructure.
As a result of learning her methodology, Sherry’s clients become sustainable, diversify revenue, and know how to add significant amounts gen-ops revenue to their budgets. But mostly, their development departments and boards transform into high-ROI revenue generators – aligning their hours with relational dollars and are set free from time-consuming transactional activities like events, appeals, and campaigns.
Sherry is frequently featured in publications like Forbes Nonprofit Council and Philanthropy.com, and is a co-host of The Nonprofit Show, ranked #1 on Feedspot’s 100 Best Nonprofit Podcasts list.
Todd is a nonprofit leader and digital strategist with 20+ years of experience helping mission-driven organizations grow. As Co-Founder and Chief Advancement Officer at Liminal, he pairs technical expertise with a commitment to helping nonprofits sharpen their message and expand their reach. He has served as a Founder, Executive Director, and Director of Development for national and international nonprofits, and has advised hundreds more on digital strategy and websites that move missions forward. At Liminal, Todd and his team thrive in transition moments, guiding organizations from where they are to where they want to be, and helping them amplify their voice.
Viken is the CEO and founder of PlannedGiving.com, MajorGifts.com, and Philanthropy.Org. He is also the publisher of GIVING magazine. Over more than two decades, Viken has helped thousands of nonprofits develop powerful, practical, and scalable legacy giving and major giving programs. An authority on planned giving marketing, personal development, and time management, Viken is also a popular speaker. Book him for your next conference or team-building session. Learn how Viken got into planned giving. Connect on LinkedIn.
Wayne is an internationally recognized nonprofit leader, fundraiser, and keynote speaker with decades of experience in healthcare, higher education, and social services. A licensed attorney, Wayne has raised hundreds of millions of dollars and excels in annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and board development. Known for his dynamic presentations, Wayne has been named “Most Inspiring Speaker” by Fundraising Success Magazine and is a frequent favorite at global conferences. He is the author of six books, including Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members and The Disney Difference, and has been featured in major philanthropic publications and media outlets.
