AeXIS Regional Meetups—creating spaces for school development professionals to connect, learn, and share with colleagues in their region.

Our first gathering brings Northern California development teams together at Nueva School (alongside their Innovative Learning Conference for school educators) for an afternoon featuring insights from Ann Snyder, VP of Strategic Initiatives at NAIS, peer discussions, and networking designed specifically for development professionals. We're starting in the Bay Area with plans to bring regional meetups to other areas of California in the future.

REGISTER HERE

Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 1:30–6:00 p.m.
Nueva School, San Mateo Campus
131 E. 28th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403

What to Expect:

• 1:30–2:45 p.m. | Advancement Workshop session featuring Ann Snyder (VP of Strategic Initiatives, NAIS) in conversation with Lyla Max, Director of Development at Nueva School

• 2:45–3:15 p.m. | Break with book fair & exhibitors

• 3:15–4:30 p.m. | Advancement Table Talks—role and interest-based discussions

• 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. | Networking reception (food and beverages included) 

About Ann Snyder: Ann is a nationally recognized leader in independent school advancement, bringing more than 15 years of experience across fundraising, enrollment, marketing, and external affairs. A dynamic speaker and strategist, she is known for helping schools align advancement, marketing, and strategic enrollment to drive mission, clarity, and growth.