NORTHWEST CAPACITY BUILDING & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE
TODAY’S AGENDA Ø Logistics for the day Ø Provide overview of program’s purpose, activities and timeline (presentations & info. packet) Ø Begin cultivating opportunities for collaboration and partnership
TODAY’S AGENDA Ø Share information about regional data and trends Ø Explore regional asset and opportunities Ø Hear from the experts Ø What’s next??
WHY ARE WE HERE? The single most important factor in the future of rural communities is the presence of highly-skilled, highly-motivated leaders who are committed to bringing about positive change in today's challenging economic environment.
PROJECT COMPONENTS & TIMELINE Ø Kickoff training, February 19 Ø Priority/interest area meetings to brainstorm projects, March Ø Two additional trainings June & September Ø Facilitation and coaching of project teams March - Oct. Identifying key assets Ø Identifying strategies and tools to improve local economic climate Ø Development of projects Ø Build new partnerships and connections to resources Ø Ø Submit Letters of Inquiry to Golden LEAF November
RURAL CENTER’S ROLE Ø Provide tools and knowledge through training and coaching Ø Assist in building inclusive project leadership teams Ø Identify strategies and tools to advance region’s economic climate Ø Help project teams identify assets and opportunities Ø Assist with identifying resources and partnerships Ø Assist with development of strategic projects
ANTICIPATED OUTCOMES Ø Engaged broad-based leadership teams that will continue to collaborate for betterment of region Ø Demonstration of true collaboration across counties, sectors, and organizations Ø Increased understanding of economic and social data and trends in region Ø Increased awareness of region’s assets and opportunities
ANTICIPATED OUTCOMES Ø Increased knowledge of public and private resources and how to access them Ø Formation of new partnerships Ø High-quality innovative, regional (when appropriate) proposals submitted to Golden LEAF CBGI
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU Ø Be present and engaged Ø Keep and open mind Ø Meet someone new Ø Ask questions Ø Let our team know if we can improve your experience
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