Upcoming Workshops

Slides and Ladders: Navigating Predictable Crises in the Nonprofit World

Friday March 9th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is March 6th)
United Methodist Church, 236 South Church Street, Grass Valley, Wesley Hall

Does your day sometimes feel like a game of Chutes and Ladders? One minute you are celebrating a great success, only to be hit by a crisis the next. Let’s face it, “chutes” happen.

Gail Johnson Vaughan, sought after international trainer, will walk participants through these predictable crises to build an understanding of each stage and why it is important to acknowledge and celebrate the movement from stage to stage. The workshop will help reframe the crisis of the moment as a sign of success at the previous stage – a milestone signaling a need to make the necessary adjustments to be successful as you move up the developmental ladder. Participants will also learn how to anticipate and prepare for these milestones, easing the transition. As a learning tool, attendees will get to play a new board game designed specifically for this workshop.

Suggested Participants: Executive Directors and other key staff, Board Chairs and members.
Date and Time: Friday March 9th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is March 6th)
Cost: $50
Non-member: $60
Season Pass Holder: $0
(learn more about season passes)

Fee includes continental breakfast

Turning Technology to Advantage

Friday April 13th 2012, 8:30am – 3:30pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is April 10th)
United Methodist Church, 236 South Church Street, Grass Valley, Wesley Hall

Your nonprofit can use all of the supporters it can get, but how can you use technology, including social and digital media, to improve operations, better engage stakeholders and attract the next generation? What challenges and possibilities does technology pose in the future of your nonprofit?

In the first half of this workshop, John Kenyon, nationally recognized social media and nonprofit networking guru, will share anecdotes and lessons learned from his 20+ years helping nonprofits with an eye on what the future holds. Bring your laptops for the second half of the workshop where local communications and social media expert Jesse Locks will help you put your new knowledge to use. Paul Minicucci, Executive Director of the Nevada County Digital Media Center, shows us the power of video, and how to use digital media to broaden the dialogue with stakeholders.

Suggested Participants: Executive Directors, Communications/Marketing staff, Board members.
Date and Time: Friday April 13th 2012, 8:30am – 3:30pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is April 10th)
Cost: $125
Non-member: $150
Season Pass Holder: $0
(learn more about season passes)

Fee includes continental breakfast and lunch.

Creating the Dream Team: How to Build an (Almost) Perfect Board

Friday May 11th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is May 8th)
United Methodist Church, 236 South Church Street, Grass Valley, Wesley Hall

One size does NOT fit all when it comes to highly effective Board members for nonprofit organizations. Focus on recruiting the leadership you need based on your organization’s priorities. Join Charlie Sumner, retired Board Development specialist, and learn how to make the most of Board members’ skills and talents, transform individual Board members into a collaborative team and improve relationships between Board members and staff/volunteers. This workshop is designed for nonprofits of all sizes and stages of development and provides the opportunity to tailor an approach for your organization.

Suggested Participants: Executive Directors, Board Chairs and members.
Date and Time: Friday May 11th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is May 8th)
Cost: $50
Non-member: $60
Season Pass Holder: $0
(learn more about season passes)

Fee includes continental breakfast

Volunteers, Your Best Asset: Catch ‘Em and Keep ‘Em

Friday June 1st 2012, 8:30am – 3:30pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is May 29th)
United Methodist Church, 236 South Church Street, Grass Valley, Wesley Hall

Baby boomers and generations that follow are seeking new ways to use their skills and experience to make a difference in their communities. Multiple studies have shown that Boomers’ interests in volunteerism are vastly different from those of current “senior volunteers.” Gen X and Millennial volunteer interests are similar to those of Boomers, with a few “twists.”

In this workshop, Carla Lehn, CA State Library volunteerism maven, will provide tools, techniques, resources and models for volunteer engagement – how to start or “re-tool” a volunteer program that will not only capture the talents of these volunteers, but will reap the benefits of their ongoing support for the organization that comes from having them meaningfully engaged.

Suggested Participants: Executive Directors, Volunteer Managers/Coordinators and staff, Board.
Date and Time: Friday June 1st 2012, 8:30am – 3:30pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is May 29th)
Cost: $125
Non-member: $150
Season Pass Holder: $0
(learn more about season passes)

Fee includes continental breakfast and lunch.

Next Generation Organizations: 9 Key Traits

Friday September 28th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is September 24th)
United Methodist Church, 236 South Church Street, Grass Valley, Wesley Hall

The nonprofit sector is experiencing a unique moment of transition stemming from both external demands and internal dynamics. These changes demand that we manage our organizations in profoundly different ways than we have in the past: leading differently, restructuring, and adapting to remain viable and relevant. Based on CompassPoint’s Senior Project Director, Marla Cornelius’ co-authored study, Ready to Lead? Next Generation Leaders Speak Out, this workshop will explore the major trends and environmental influences that are the source of these demands and discuss what new approaches “the next generation nonprofit organization” might use to get ahead of the curve.

Suggested Participants: Executive Directors and other key staff, Board Chairs and members.
Date and Time: Friday September 28th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is September 24th)
Cost: $50
Non-member: $60
Season Pass Holder: $0
(learn more about season passes)

Fee includes continental breakfast

There Must Be an Easier Way: Tools and Tricks of Effective Leadership

Friday October 26th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is October 23rd)
United Methodist Church, 236 South Church Street, Grass Valley, Wesley Hall

Sometimes there has to be an easier way! This workshop will provide effective tools and tricks compiled by “in the know” nonprofit leaders. Participants will work through some fun exercises and scenarios aimed at common nonprofit issues ranging from evaluation of your stewardship model to simplifying project development and management. If you are always wondering “How do they do that?” – join us for a little insider trading.

Suggested Participants: Executive Directors and other key staff, Board Chairs and members.
Date and Time: Friday October 26th 2012, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Registration begins at 8:00am (registration deadline is October 23rd)
Cost: $50
Non-member: $60
Season Pass Holder: $0
(learn more about season passes)

Fee includes continental breakfast