Strategy First: Strategic Planning Essentials for Nonprofits

Unlock the full potential of your nonprofit with our comprehensive course designed for nonprofit leaders. "Strategy First: Strategic Planning Essentials for Nonprofits" delves into the critical distinction between strategy and planning. In this program, you will learn why a well-crafted strategy is the cornerstone of an effective strategic plan and how it serves as a navigational tool for long-term success.

This course provides actionable insights and practical tools to help you:

• Understand the fundamental differences between strategy and planning.
• Develop a clear, strategic vision/theory that informs your planning process.
• Navigate uncertainty and position your nonprofit for sustainable growth.
• Create a strategic roadmap that aligns with your mission and goals.
• Implement basic activities to monitor progress and measure success.

Join us to gain the strategic foresight needed to drive your nonprofit forward. Embrace the power of strategy to enhance your planning and achieve lasting impact.

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Sidney Smith joined Nonprofit Connect in the summer of 2021 as the Chief Operating Officer, bringing nearly a decade of executive leadership experience. Having served in roles as Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Sidney has honed his expertise in various nonprofit and healthcare settings, catering to predominantly under-resourced demographics and communities, both urban and rural.

With hands-on and theoretical experience, Sidney excels in developing strategic plans for multi-million dollar organizations, spanning both for-profit and nonprofit sectors. His educational background is rooted in business, and he holds a professional certification in Strategic Planning from the International Association for Strategy Professionals (IASP).  

Beyond his professional pursuits, Sidney is deeply committed to giving back to the communities that have shaped him. One of his professional passions lies in assisting organizations in clarifying their business objectives, aligning with their overarching mission for impactful outcomes.

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