April 26 - 28 | San Diego, CA

Connect with Bloomerang at AFP ICON 2026

At AFP ICON 2026, the spotlight is on you—and the impact you’re building.

Connect with the Bloomerang team to discover practical strategies and powerful tools designed to strengthen your fundraising, deepen supporter relationships, and boost donor retention. Join us for expert-led education sessions or stop by for a personalized demo of our giving platform—each experience packed with insights to help you raise more and take your mission further.

And while you're there, keep an eye out… you just might meet our newest teammate, Bloomy.

  • AFP ICON Education Sessions

    Learn something new at our educational sessions featured below!
    April 27 | April 28
  • Bloomerang demo sessions

    Schedule time now to get a personal view of the giving platform.
    April 26 | April 27 | April 28
  • Join us at Bloomerang's Happy Hour

    April 26

RSVP below, we're excited to connect!

AFP ICON Education Sessions

Join us for in-depth sessions to learn strategies, tips and more to inform your fundraising efforts.

Designing Donor Relationships That Last: Insights from Philanthropic Psychology

Monday, April 27 | 8:30am - 9:30am

What if stronger donor relationships—not better asks—were the key to sustainable growth? Join Bloomerang and Adrian Sargeant to explore how philanthropic psychology can transform fundraising. Learn evidence-backed ways to design more meaningful donor journeys that deepen connection, increase commitment, and fuel long-term impact.

Speakers:

Afp Icon 26 Ann Fellman

As the Chief Marketing Officer at Bloomerang, Ann is responsible for the company's overall thought leadership, brand, marketing and community outreach programs that work to strengthen relationships with customers and the broader nonprofit community. Ann brings with her more than 24 years of experience in business-to-business (B2B) marketing in the technology industry, including time spent working at a nonprofit organization. Prior to Bloomerang, Ann spent two years as an independent marketing consultant for high-growth, B2B Software as a service (SaaS) businesses and was named one of the “Top Women Leaders in SaaS of 2018.”

Adrian Sargeant

Professor Adrian Sargeant is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading fundraising academics and a foremost authority on philanthropic growth. He serves as Co-Director of the Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy and previously held the Hartsook Chair in Fundraising at Indiana University. An award-winning author, educator, and sought-after global speaker, Adrian specializes in donor retention, relationship fundraising, philanthropic psychology, and nonprofit leadership. He has helped shape professional fundraising qualifications worldwide and has advised sector leaders through international philanthropy summits.

From Fear to Abundance: How Fundraisers Are Actually Using AI—And Why It Matters

Tuesday, April 28 | 10:00am - 11:00am

AI is already shaping fundraising—but uncertainty remains. Join this panel to explore how nonprofits are actually using AI today, where hesitation persists, and how an abundance mindset can guide ethical, human-centered adoption. Walk away with practical insights to expand capacity, protect trust, and focus on meaningful donor relationships.

Speakers:

Afp Icon 26 Ann Fellman

As the Chief Marketing Officer at Bloomerang, Ann is responsible for the company's overall thought leadership, brand, marketing and community outreach programs that work to strengthen relationships with customers and the broader nonprofit community. Ann brings with her more than 24 years of experience in business-to-business (B2B) marketing in the technology industry, including time spent working at a nonprofit organization. Prior to Bloomerang, Ann spent two years as an independent marketing consultant for high-growth, B2B Software as a service (SaaS) businesses and was named one of the “Top Women Leaders in SaaS of 2018.”

Meena Das

 

Meena Das (she/her) is the CEO, consultant, and facilitator of two practices - Namaste Data and Data Is For Everyone. Namaste Data focuses on advancing data equity for nonprofits and social impact agencies, while Data Is For Everyone provides tools and resources to help people learn how to navigate the world of data. Meena is a specialist in designing and teaching equitable research tools and analyzing engagement. She supports nonprofits in three critical areas: data collection assessments, community surveys, and staff workshops on AI. You can directly connect with her on LinkedIn.

 

Afp Icon 26 Tommy Vacek

 

Tommy Vacek is the Chief Technology Officer at Bloomerang, where he leads product, engineering, and data strategy with a future-focused mindset and a strong passion for AI. With over 15 years of experience scaling technology teams and modernizing infrastructure across fintech, web hosting, and marketplace platforms, Tommy is committed to driving innovation that fuels growth and impact. At Bloomerang, he’s focused on integrating AI to help nonprofits work smarter, deepen donor relationships, and create meaningful giving experiences. Based in Omaha, NE, Tommy is also a dedicated husband and father of four.

 

Megan Harrison

Megan Harrison is the Development Associate at Families Moving Forward in Durham, North Carolina, the primary emergency shelter serving families with children in Durham County. She leads donor engagement, manages the organization’s CRM, and develops strategic communications that connect supporters to the impact of programs addressing family homelessness. Megan holds a Leadership in the Public Sector degree from North Carolina State University and previously spent nearly 15 years as a project manager and manager with FedEx. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, visiting museums, baking, and has been a San Diego Padres fan since before her birth.

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Join Bloomerang's happy hour!

Join us April 26 from 6-8 for a happy hour at Rustic Root. Enjoy drinks, appetizers and great company overlooking San Diego. Don’t miss this chance to unwind and network with peers!

Stop by booth 201, get exclusive swag!

Connect with the Bloomerang team, get a glimpse of the newest innovations across the giving platform, and if you’re lucky, you might just adopt a limited-edition Bloomy plush.