This interactive program guides nonprofit leaders through practical, personalized strategic planning with tools, reflection, and actionable steps for success.
| Series | Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Series |
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| Next Session | Nov. 12, 2025 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Later Date | April 16, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
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Lead with Strategy
Strategic planning is crucial for any nonprofit aiming to enhance its impact and effectively navigate challenges. However, many leaders often find the process overwhelming or disconnected from their daily operations.
This interactive program is tailored specifically for nonprofit professionals who want to make strategic planning more approachable, relevant, and effective. Whether you’re creating your first plan or updating an existing one, you will gain practical tools, improved clarity, and renewed confidence to lead your organization forward.
Program Objectives:
- Define strategic planning and understand potential outcomes.
- Identify various approaches to achieving strategic objectives.
- Reflect on past experiences to identify personal and organizational barriers to planning.
- Set strategic planning objectives for their organization.
- Assess and select the tactics, methods, and processes that will work best for their needs.
- Approach the strategic planning process with the necessary tools and actionable steps.
Earn a Digital Badge
You will receive a digital badge upon the successful completion of this program. Earn a badge for each core course in this series. Complete all four courses within two years, and you will be awarded the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Completion Badge. This badge will showcase your advanced expertise in nonprofit leadership.
Scholarship InformationThanks to the generous support of the Eau Claire Community Foundation and Royal Credit Union, we are pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships for this program. These scholarships are designed to provide financial assistance to eligible participants. Click the link below for more information and eligibility requirements. |
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Who should attend
Current and aspiring nonprofit leaders, executive directors, and nonprofit staff members.
Instructors
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Ann Kaiser has over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. She has held various leadership roles, including Executive Director of Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, Foundation Director for Sacred Heart Hospital, and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Chippewa Valley. Ann has worked with organizations across the Midwest, and is committed to equipping leaders with the tools they need for success.