An overview of strategic planningAlmost every organization has a strategic plan, but how many are truly strategic? Join Nonprofit Austin as our facilitator, Steve Zimmerman, offers an overview to strategic planning.This interactive three-hour training provides an overview of what we mean by the phrase “strategic planning,” and how organizations can utilize the opportunity to build ongoing strategic thinking and decision-making among board and staff. Participants will be introduced to the organizational model which highlights the interconnectedness of everything an organization does and have a way to move through a process allowing them to build a strategic direction in a thoughtful way that allows the organization to adapt for our ever-changing world and continue to deliver high impact, financially sustainable programs.Nonprofit Austin reserves the right to postpone this learning opportunity if there is inadequate registration. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------More about our facilitator, Steve Zimmerman:Steven Zimmerman, CPA, MBA is the Principal of Spectrum Nonprofit Services where he provides training and consulting for community-based organizations, foundations and government agencies throughout the country. Steve has written and presented extensively in the areas of strategy and finance. He is the co-author of two books on nonprofit sustainability published by Jossey-Bass, The Sustainability Mindset: Using the Matrix Map to […]

A three-part series based on the book titled, The Board-Building Cycle by Susan S. Meier.A three-part series facilitated by Wedny Biro-Pollard, CVA.Based on the book titled, The Board-Building Cycle by Susan S. Meier.• STRATEGIC RECRUITMENT - Identify, Cultivate, RecruitHow to build a board of capable, diverse and enthusiastic people with the right mix of skills, experiences and backgrounds. Focuses on identifying potential board members, cultivating their interests and recruiting them to serve.• EFFECTIVE BOARD ENGAGEMENT - Orient, Involve, EducateHow to engage new and existing board members in creating a culture of inclusion that values the input of all members. It is the board’s responsibility to provide ongoing education about the organization and its programs, the external operating environment, and the board’s leadership role.• INTENTIONAL REVITALIZATION - Evaluate, Rotate, CelebrateStimulating thoughtful conversation about effective governance, understanding the board’s performance through self-assessment and regularly looking for opportunities to strengthen the way the board worksPlease note Nonprofit Austin reserves the right to postpone this learning opportunity if there is inadequate registration.