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Welcome to the Ardmore Nonprofit Days of Learning! This
effort is made possible through the generous support of the McCrory Foundation,
the Noble Foundation, and the Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation. This event
is proudly hosted by the Murray State College Event Center, and facilitated by
the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits.
Strong Boards, Smart Money: How Do We Build Leadership and Financial
Sustainability?, is the second installment of the series, and this session
tackles the internal infrastructure that makes or breaks nonprofit
sustainability. Designed specifically for nonprofit executive directors, board members, and emerging
leaders in the Ardmore region, this workshop demystifies board governance,
strengthens leadership capabilities, and builds financial literacy that
empowers confident decision-making. Through practical exercises and real-world
case discussions, you'll gain the knowledge and tools to transform your board
into an engaged governing body, develop future leaders within your
organization, and manage your finances strategically, even with limited
resources. By the end of Day 2, participants will be able to: - Clarify
nonprofit board roles and responsibilities and distinguish governance from
operations
- Apply
best practices for effective governing boards that support strategic
oversight and growth
- Engage
board members in fundraising, strategic planning, and advocacy through
defined roles
- Strengthen
leadership capacity through effective communication, decision-making, and
succession planning
- Develop
and manage realistic budgets aligned with organizational priorities and
goals
- Interpret
key financial statements to support informed programmatic and operational
decisions
- Apply
practical strategies to maximize impact while managing limited financial
resources
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Time: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Location: Murray State College Event Center, 108 E. Main
St., Ardmore, 73401 Cost: Free of Charge Details: Light snacks and lunch will be served. Meet your Facilitator 
ADAM SOLTANIChief Programs Officer Adam Soltani is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, holding a Master’s in Human Relations with a graduate certificate in Organizational Diversity and Development. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Central Oklahoma.
Soltani served as the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR Oklahoma) from 2012 to 2025, leading the organization’s advocacy, civil rights, and interfaith initiatives. During his tenure, he was instrumental in expanding CAIR Oklahoma’s impact, particularly in community engagement, refugee support, and civil rights advocacy.
Beyond his leadership at CAIR Oklahoma, Soltani has been an active figure in Oklahoma’s interfaith and civic communities. He chaired the Oklahoma Conference of Churches’ Religions United Committee (2012–2022) and has served on multiple boards and committees dedicated to religious education, interfaith collaboration, and social justice.
Soltani has been a sought-after speaker at Oklahoma universities and community forums, addressing topics such as civic engagement, advocacy, and social justice. His written commentary has been featured in the Oklahoma Gazette, Tulsa World, and The Oklahoman, and he has provided expert analysis for local, national, and international media outlets.
His leadership and advocacy have earned him multiple recognitions, including the Oklahoma Human Rights Award, the Interfaith Leadership Award, and the ACLU of Oklahoma’s Civil Libertarian of the Year Award. He has also been named among Oklahoma’s Most Influential Young Professionals, Most Admired CEOs, and top Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leaders. In 2024, The Journal Record featured him in its Power List for Nonprofit Leaders.
Soltani previously served as an Adjunct Instructor of Islamic Studies at Oklahoma State University, where he taught courses on world religions, Islam, and social justice until Spring 2025.
Originally from Kansas, Adam has called Oklahoma home for more than two decades and resides in Oklahoma City with his wife and two sons. |
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