In ever-changing social and economic times, successful organizations must focus on continuous improvement of their systems, structures, and strategies.
Perhaps your organization is on a growth trajectory or perhaps is facing budgetary constraints. You may be exploring your organizational structure or want to maximize relationships with affiliates. You may want to be more strategic about fundraising or partnerships.
Whether you are facing growing pains, need to establish stronger management systems, or want to develop your board, the principles of the Standards for Excellence program can enhance your outcomes. Using the Standards for Excellence code and tools, I will design and deliver customized approaches to achieve your organizational goals. My legal background and my experience as a nonprofit executive and board member give me practical, transferable applications and solutions. My areas of expertise include:
Board development and governance
Boards who strive for excellence seek to assess success and fine-tune policies and practices. Using the Standards for Excellence and other recognized resources, I will work with board and staff to identify gaps, implement best practices, and maximize goal achievement. Depending on your needs, I can assist you with:
Board Recruitment & Orientation
Best Practices for nonprofit governance
Understanding board roles & responsibilities
Board & CEO/ED Partnerships
Board Self-Assessment
Committee Structures
Strategic planning
Strategic planning is critical to every nonprofits success. Yet many organizations struggle to develop plans that are both practical and aspirational. I work with nonprofit leaders to create effective and achievable goals. This may include:
Environmental Scan
Member Survey
Organizational Assessment
Design & Facilitation of Planning Sessions
Plan Creation
Other SErvices
Customizing services ensures you get what you need. Here is other support I offer:
Creating a Culture of Philanthropy
Strategic Fundraising
Conflict Resolution
Organizational Effectiveness
Structural and Operational Review
Interim Executive Director