Strategic Planning That Works: A Practical Workshop for Nonprofit Leaders (with Mike Burns)

Join us on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Urban Co-Works (116 N. Washington Ave., 3rd Floor, Scranton, PA, 18503) from 9 to 11:30 AM for an immersive, in-person workshop that transforms how your nonprofit approaches strategic planning.

You’ll Gain:

• A strategic planning framework designed specifically for nonprofits
• Practical tools for meaningful stakeholder engagement and input analysis
• Interactive experience developing strategic objectives and supporting metrics
• Confidence in leading an effective strategic planning process

Key Takeaways:

• Essential components of nonprofit strategic plans that drive real impact
• Proven approaches to balancing diverse stakeholder interests
• How to measure outcomes with OKRs

This Workshop Includes:

• Strategic planning templates and worksheets
• Interactive exercises with peer nonprofit leaders
• Real-world case studies and examples

Who Should Attend:

• Executive Directors and CEOs
• Board Members and Board Chairs

*To ensure meaningful interaction and personalized guidance, the workshop will be limited to 25 participants. Contact Amy Betts, Community Impact Manager, at amy@safdn.org with any questions.

About Mike Burns

Mike Burns is the CEO and co-founder of StratSimple, a NEPA-based AI technology startup launched in 2023. Drawing from his decades of enterprise leadership experience and nonprofit board service, he created StratSimple to revolutionize strategic planning through artificial intelligence. The platform harnesses cutting-edge AI technology to make professional-grade strategic planning both accessible and affordable for organizations of all sizes.

Prior to founding StratSimple, Mike served as Chief Information Officer at Benco Dental for six years. He holds an MBA from the University of Scranton and lives in Shavertown, PA with his wife and son.