Getting to Action: Implementing Your Strategic Plan Amidst Uncertainty
Pricing
$50 per person. The promo code to receive the member rate is NCN.
Registration for this event is through a third party. If you are not a member of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, you will need to create an account to start registration. This is for registration purposes only, you will not be added as a member of the MN Council of Nonprofits. There is no additional cost beyond the cost of the program. You do not have to join MNCN to access the program, only provide your information for registration purposes.
A strategic plan is a helpful tool – but only if it’s being used. Join A17 Consulting to learn practical approaches for nonprofits of any size to put their strategic plan into action, with consideration of the increased uncertainty many organizations are facing. Topics will include recognizing what is currently actionable, prioritizing strategies, implementation planning, action planning, and determining when it’s time to change course.
You will leave this session with tools, templates, and a better understanding of how to make progress on your strategic objectives despite the uncertainty.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the relationships and distinctions between strategic plans, implementation plans, and action plans
- Understand approaches for identifying and prioritizing actionable opportunities in the face of uncertainty
- Feel equipped and knowledgeable to use implementation and action planning tools and templates in your organization
- Build comfort with adjusting strategies and tactics in response to changing circumstances
Audience: This workshop is ideal for leaders and staff at nonprofits of any size with a portion of their job dedicated to setting organizational direction, implementing a strategic plan, or leading strategic initiatives.
$50 per person. The promo code to receive the member rate is NCN.
Registration for this event is through a third party. If you are not a member of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, you will need to create an account to start registration. This is for registration purposes only, you will not be added as a member of the MN Council of Nonprofits. There is no additional cost beyond the cost of the program. You do not have to join MNCN to access the program, only provide your information for registration purposes.
This virtual event will take place on the Zoom platform. Your access link will be emailed to you the day before the event after 12 p.m.
This session will be recorded. The recording will be made available to registrants for 14 days after the live event. Captioning is provided automatically through Zoom. For information on requesting CART, ASL, or another accommodation, please visit the Registration Policies page. To learn more about events, registration, and payment, visit the Event & Registration FAQ page.
Speaker Information
Erin Lewis has 11 years of experience in the public sector in a variety of roles focused on internal consulting. She is a change leader who has overseen initiatives impacting justice, health, human services, and operations systems. Her areas of expertise include strategic planning, project management, organizational development, facilitation, and community engagement. She collaborates with leaders to set direction and strategy for initiatives, then leads cross-functional workgroups and staff at all levels to translate visionary thinking into actual progress. Erin holds a Master of Public Administration and is a certified Human Systems Dynamics Practitioner, focused on navigating complexity and uncertainty in organizations.
Catherine “CJ” Johnson has nearly 30 years of experience in the public sector, including more than a decade of executive leadership roles in criminal justice organizations. Her areas of expertise include strategic planning, leadership development, training, policy analysis, and operational effectiveness. She has worked with a range of nonprofit and government organizations to develop innovative solutions to complex challenges. She is an asset to any organization seeking to enhance the skills of their leaders, develop and implement strategic change, and navigate the evolving landscape of public sector and nonprofit work. CJ holds a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice Leadership and is also an accomplished educator with 7 years of experience teaching at the college level.