Do you think your board could use a boost of commitment and energy? Do you wonder how to keep board members accountable? Do you wish your board had a solid recruitment and retention process? This class is ideal for organizations that want to thrive not just survive. You will learn how your board... (Register)
Thinking about a construction project but not sure what is involved? This class will give you the answers. Designed as an overview for those with little or no experience with capital projects, this class will cover the planning, design, construction, and commissioning phases of a... (Register)
What is the difference between a construction cost estimate and a project cost estimate? Knowing the answer to that question could make the difference between success and failure for your project. Board members and staff of organizations considering a capital project should... (Register)
A sound business model is the basis of a business plan. Nonprofits are businesses with a double bottom line: mission and money. Our business plans explore all the components of nonprofit sustainability, including funding, and pay specific attention to mission-related earned income. Business... (Register)
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Mike Walsh, Vice President/Director of Public Policy, The Foraker Group
Are you curious about the world of “green” buildings? Sign up for this class and learn about the basic concepts of green design and how to apply them to your facilities. This session will focus on issues related to the energy, financial and environmental aspects of... (Register)
Is your organization struggling with the partnership between the CEO and the board or do you just want to fine tune a good relationship? Do you want to better understand the chair’s role, or how to manage challenging board dynamics? In this class you will learn the best... (Register)
Do you wonder how your board can use its precious time to better focus on discussion, decisions and mission related education? Do you want to encourage the effective use of ad hoc committees? Do you want to better share information before, during and after each meeting without listening to... (Register)
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Mike Walsh, Vice President/Director of Public Policy, The Foraker Group
Ready to design a new facility but not sure how to hire a design team? Confused about the options for contracting for construction? Through this class you will learn how to select, contract and work with a design team that fits your project. You will also learn the primary... (Register)
As busy nonprofit leaders, who has time for public policy or advocacy? For Alaska’s nonprofit sector, the answer is clear: everyone needs to make time! In fact, we don’t have the time NOT TO ENGAGE in policy issues. In this course, you will learn more about the... (Register)
Webinar
Mike Walsh, Vice President/Director of Public Policy, The Foraker Group
Embarking on a capital campaign is a giant step for any organization. Before board and staff leadership makes this important decision there are critical questions that need to be answered. In this class you will: Articulate the difference and confluence of annual and capital... (Register)