From Broadway to the bbcon Mainstage: Leslie Odom, Jr. is our Keynote Speaker

Jessica McRae
Jessica McRae Blackbaud Employee
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edited May 21 in Community News
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Hi Blackbaud Community— 

We’re excited to share that award-winning artist, actor, and New York Times bestselling author Leslie Odom, Jr. will join the bbcon mainstage as our keynote speaker! Widely recognized for his breakout role as Aaron Burr in Broadway’s Hamilton, Leslie Odom, Jr. will share a powerful perspective on creativity, resilience, and leadership, shaped by a career spanning Broadway, film, television, music, and literature. 

In his fireside chat, he’ll share insights on: 

  • navigating challenges with resilience 
  • fostering creativity when the stakes are high 
  • delivering excellence with purpose 

And to close the conference on a high note, the conversation will be followed by an unforgettable live performance on October 1—an in-the-room finale you won’t want to miss.  

Register now to save $779 with early bird pricing through July 3

Maximize your bbcon experience 

Add a pre-conference pass to your standard admission to join hands-on skill-building workshops led by Blackbaud University instructors and our developer community.  

Meet us in Ohio at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, September 29–October 1 for the biggest in-person event for the social good community.  

Register now. 

Comments

  • Angela Finley Hunter
    Angela Finley Hunter Community All-Star
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    OMGGGGG one of my favorite artists. Made my day!! I can't wait!!!!

  • Ohhh to be in the room where it happens! He is a wonderful, inspirational orator.

  • Patti Hommes
    Patti Hommes Community All-Star
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    CANNOT WAIT to be in the room where it happens!!!!

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