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SUMMARY:ASCEND with Winston Strategic Partners: Running Effective Meetings
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEUDLED – Tuesday\, December 3rd\, 9:30 AM – 1:00PM (In-person)  \nIn this workshop\, participants are introduced to 12 proven strategies that ensure more productive and efficient meeting outcomes. These include demonstrating and leveraging the value of diverse perspectives by inviting meeting participants to contribute to discussions and problem-solving.  \n \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/ascend-with-winston-strategic-partners-running-effective-meetings/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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SUMMARY:Next in Line: Succession Planning for Board Members
DESCRIPTION:Next in Line: Succession Planning for Board Members  \nOctober 22nd\, 4:30-6:30 PM (Hybrid)    \n*Suggested that a Board Member and Executive Director from each organization participating attend.   \nDebra Hertz of The Strategy Group LLC will help guide organizations through the complexities of succession planning. This program will outline the critical steps and key considerations necessary for ensuring a seamless and effective transition in leadership. From identifying potential successors and developing leadership pipelines to managing stakeholder expectations and preserving organizational culture\, a checklist will provide a strategic roadmap to help organizations maintain continuity and stability during leadership changes. Whether you’re planning for an upcoming transition or preparing for the future\, Debra’s expertise will equip you with the tools and insights needed to make succession planning a success.  \n \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/next-in-line-succession-planning-for-board-member/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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SUMMARY:Navigating New Leadership: A Guide for Executive Directors and Board Members
DESCRIPTION:Navigating New Leadership: A Guide for Executive Directors and Board Members  \nWednesday\, October 16th\, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Hybrid)  \nFacilitated by Debra Hertz of The Strategy Group\, this comprehensive program is designed to support new Executive Directors and Board Members working with new Executive Directors as they navigate the challenges of new leadership. With a focus on practical strategies and expert insights\, participants will gain valuable tips and guidance to ensure a successful transition and strong leadership foundation.  \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/navigating-new-leadership-a-guide-for-executive-directors-and-board-members/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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SUMMARY:ASCEND with Winston Strategic Partners: Time & Project Management: Tools to Influence Others
DESCRIPTION:ASCEND with Winston Strategic Partners: Time & Project Management: Tools to Influence Others  \nThursday September 19th\, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM (In-person)   \nThis is the second workshop in our ASCEND series\, helping entry and mid-level nonprofit professionals develop the skills and confidence they need to grow within their careers and organizations.  In this workshop\, participants are introduced to Time Management and Project Management best practices and learn how they can leverage these skills to influence direct reports\, project teams\, and individuals outside of their direct management. When time permits\, participants will have the opportunity to practice these skills in structured individual or group exercises. \n \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/ascend-with-winston-strategic-partners-time-project-management-tools-to-influence-others/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T090000
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SUMMARY:ASCEND – Preparing you for the Future
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Nonprofit Excellence is excited to launch our new ASCEND series\, for entry and midlevel career nonprofit professionals aspiring to step into management and leadership positions. This three-hour workshop facilitated by Winston Strategic Partners combines lectures and group discussions on several topics including communication in motion\, executive presence\, and inclusive leadership. Leaders will learn to leverage different strategies to prepare and present their ideas to any audience successfully. The fourth hour will be dedicated to a question-and-answer session over lunch with plenty of time for connection and networking.   \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/ascend-preparing-you-for-the-future/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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SUMMARY:Everything you want to know about Connecticut Real Estate and personal/municipal property tax exemptions - But were afraid to ask!
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Pullman & Comley LLC\, learn the ins and outs of Connecticut’s tax exception laws to maximize your benefit and put more funding back into mission-related work. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/everything-you-want-to-know-about-connecticut-real-estate-and-personal-municipal-property-tax-exemptions-but-were-afraid-to-ask/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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SUMMARY:Five Things Nonprofits Can Do Better: A Peer-to-Peer Lunch & Learn with Rob Fried
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, December 8th from 12:30 – 1:00 PM for an in-person peer-to-peer lunch and learn led by Rob Fried\, founder of Band Central. We will be meeting at Fairfield County’s Community Foundations’ Offices at 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT 06854. This program is free to attend\, and lunch will be provided. \nABOUT ROB FRIED\nRob Fried is a singer-songwriter\, bassist\, producer\, philanthropist\, radio talk show host and architect/founder of the successful live\, themed concerts series Band Central. Founded in 2005\, Band Central is a private philanthropic organization whose mission is to help local nonprofits in the Greater Connecticut area maximize their revenue potential. Band Central effectively accomplishes this in a multifaceted collaborative approach fueled by founder Rob Fried’s extensive investment background\, robust local network\, passion for music\, and personal desire to “do good.” Band Central’s mission to combine philanthropy and music is reflected in its mantra to ‘show up\, get down and do good’. \nWith over 15 years and 150 events under his belt working with local nonprofits at special event fundraising with Band Central\, and over 30 years as a hedge fund executive at Bridgewater Associates\, Rob Fried will share observations on the things nonprofits can do better to recharge their organizations in this program. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/peer-to-peer-lunch-learn-with-rob-fried/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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