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As federal agencies increasingly release Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) with shorter turnaround times, applicants face greater pressure to prepare, respond and stand out from the competition. This webinar will provide practical insights and strategies to help organizations successfully navigate this evolving landscape.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of the current environment and learn best practices for staying prepared ahead of NOFO releases. The session will also explore how federal agencies are using funding limitation tactics such as “pocket rescissions” and what applicants should know to adapt. In addition, we’ll cover tried-and-true pre-award strategies to strengthen proposals, sharpen messaging and make applications more competitive.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the impact of shorter NOFO timeframes and how they affect applicants
- Proactive steps to ensure your organization is prepared before NOFOs are announced
- Insights into federal funding tactics and their implications for applicants
- Actionable tips to make your proposals stand out in today’s competitive environment
This session is ideal for grants managers, development professionals, and organizational leaders who want to stay ahead of funding challenges and maximize their chances of securing federal awards.
YOUR EXPERT(S):
Paula Heller
As a Senior Associate in Cherry Bekaert's Government & Public Sector industry group, Paula is part of the advisory team for grant administration and compliance engagements which provides clients with grant lifecycle management solutions. Her career in accounting and grants management spans over 25 years in the not-for-profit, public, and private sectors. She is a Certified Grants Management Specialist. Her specialties include full cycle grant management and accounting, risk assessment, subrecipient monitoring, 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance compliance, internal controls, grant reconciliations, workflow analysis, and policy and procedure development.
Paula has worked in various capacities in the grant sector. Her work includes executing NIH research grants; founding a not-for-profit private school, where she wrote proposals and managed a robust grant portfolio; and, serving as the manager of an institution of higher education’s post-award grant program in the Department of Financial Services. Her broad experience has provided her with a versatile skill set that readily adapts to meet the needs of the clients she now serves.
Kat Kizior
Kathleen “Kat” Kizior is the Grants Lifecycle Solutions Manager at Cherry Bekaert, bringing over 25 years of experience in grants management and accounting across state, local, and nonprofit sectors. She currently serves as Chair of the NGMA Capital Area Chapter, where she champions professional development and collaboration in the grants community. Kat is known for her strategic insight, operational expertise, and commitment to advancing excellence in federal grant compliance.
Delivery Method: Group Live
Refund Policy:
If you are not able to attend for any reason, please notify us as soon as possible. Cancellations received 24 hours prior to the start time of the audio conference are fully refundable. After that, cancellations are subject to a $25 processing fee. If you prefer, you may substitute an upcoming audio conference for the one you originally registered for and avoid the $25 processing fee. All refunds resulting from cancellations will be issued within 72 hours.
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