Make strategic planning mean something
123 Crafting and Implementing Effective Strategic Plans

Most counties and county departments create strategic plans. Sometimes they provide clear guidance to decision makers and staff; sometimes they don’t. This course examines how to make the plan a living document … and have it mean something to those affected. The course opens with a discussion of the purpose of a strategic plan – what it can do and what it does not do.  Participants examine: 1) how to craft a strategic plan with the Board of Supervisors or other governing board; 2) engagement of the community and staff in the process; 3) tips to prepare an actionable plan; 4) communication of the plan; and 5) putting a plan into action. Best practices and case examples are used to explore integration of the plan into the daily operations and decision-making of the organization. Discussion also highlights tips for structuring an effective strategic workshop, including selection of a facilitator, participants and preparation. Participants are encouraged to bring their current plans for peer feedback.

Instructor: Angela Antenore, M.Ed. is an experienced agency manager, agency board member, and university instructor.

Friday, January 11, 2019, 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Orange w $149/person for counties w 3 credits w Staff/Elected Officials