Logic models and theories of change can be powerful tools to illustrate your organization’s work. They can help your funders, board members, and staff  better understand the impact, outcomes, and reach of your programs. Yet, many of us don’t make use of these tools in our program design, execution or communication. Does your organization use […]

Many organizations collect an overwhelming amount of data, and never quite find the time to consistently analyze and incorporate findings into decision-making and program improvements. How can your organization clearly define the data it needs to demonstrate impact? How might your team actually use data to better understand program efficacy? In this session, we will […]

As Baby Boomers are exiting the workplace and Gen X and Millennials are beginning to take more significant leadership roles, Gen Z is entering the workforce in large numbers. How are these generational shifts changing the dynamics of our workplace? What are the needs of younger generations? And how might managers lead teams composed of […]

To be a truly great place to work, organizations must have a strong, shared culture. Culture dictates how we interact with one another, support one another, and move our work forward. In this workshop, we showcase how defining your organizational culture through a set of explicit values can support your ability to attract, retain, and […]

It’s no secret that we are living in divisive times. As our world becomes increasingly polarized, leaders have to be prepared to navigate tough conversations with their staff, board, and communities. Through an interactive experience led by staff from One America Movement, we will learn tools for navigating challenging conversations and better engage with others […]

It is inevitable that all leaders will leave their organizations at some point. Is your organization prepared for that moment? In this session, we will explore the need for succession planning and how growing talented, committed individuals at every level of your organization mitigates risk, retains staff, and ensures the organization's overall success. Together we […]

The Employee Experience Survey is a people analytics tool that gives employees in Jewish nonprofits the opportunity to provide feedback about their experience at work.Through the process, leaders solicit honest and confidential input, identify organizational strengths and growth areas, and explore the changes needed to transform their organizational culture. Since 2016, 395 organizations and over 40,000 employees have taken the survey. Taking […]

In the Chicagoland area alone, over 250 Jewish nonprofits work on solving complex and enduring social issues. Despite the size and strengths of our sector, there is still so much progress to be made. In this session, we will explore one way of elevating the impact of this work: effective collaboration on multiple levels. We […]

All organizations experience turnover among senior leadership, but not all are prepared for these critical transitions. In this session, we will discuss how to navigate these moments of transition and how to proactively engage in succession planning to ensure the continued success of your organization despite inevitable turnover. We are excited to have Addie Goodman, […]

According to Mind Share Partners’ 2021 study, three-quarters of full-time U.S. workers reported experiencing at least one symptom of a mental health condition. Despite the prevalence of mental health challenges, only half of this same population believed that mental health was prioritized at their company. Moreover, half of study respondents reported having left previous roles […]