Last year, I was honored to facilitate the strategic planning process for Kentucky CASA Network. The talented Board and Staff leaders set a bold goal to develop and host a “CASA Day at the Capitol” to build relationships and advocate for the vital mission of CASA. Yesterday, that vision and planning became reality, as more than 120 CASA leaders and volunteers engaged in meetings with legislators and raised awareness. Love seeing leaders embrace a bold, thoughtful strategic plan and translate that vision into reality. Well done Kentucky CASA Network!

Have you ever attended a retreat or strategy session and left feeling empowered and inspired? Charting a course for the future of an organization can and should be informative, engaging, and inspirational. Honored to facilitate the strategic planning retreat this past weekend with the amazing Board and staff team of Kentucky to the World, led by visionary founder Shelly Zegart. This organization enhances Kentucky’s image by showcasing the talent, ingenuity, and excellence of people with strong Kentucky ties. Exciting times ahead!

A strategic plan serves as a roadmap to enable an organization to set priorities and measure progress. It informs the direction, generates heightened engagement and ownership of the mission, and inspires staff, board, volunteers, and the community to envision bold possibilities. Thrilled to be a guest of Virtual Executive Director on her podcast to discuss the importance of people, purpose, and process in strategic planning. Give it a listen!