This roundtable discussion will feature veteran corporate executives and nonprofit board members reviewing current issues in board governance. The topics will include CEO succession planning, executive compensation, social purpose ventures, certifications and accreditations, and sustainability in difficult financial times.

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A4_ChildAbuse&Brain_handout.pdf

During this workshop brain research associated with child maltreatment will be examined as a way to assist attendees in designing trauma-responsive programming. The key aspect is to help attendees make connections between damaged/delayed brain organs and systems and the highly predictable behavior patterns resulting from the damage/delay.

The importance of engaging youth in guiding their own treatment and helping shape the system of services and supports has become increasingly evident, with the goal of identifying effective practices to meaningfully involve youth in improving outcomes. Hear from American Association of Children’s Residential Centers (AACRC) board members on their personal experiences with implementation in their respective agencies.

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A8_NonprofitMarketing_presentation.pdf

There is no better time than the present to create strategic and compelling brand messages that will “move the needle.” This workshop will help attendees understand the value and power of your agency’s brand and potential for generating revenue and awareness of your cause. The importance of the link between money and mission will be examined because donor dollars and success of the organization are directly related to advertising efforts and their effectiveness.