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November 5, 2010 - Governance in Action is a one-day conference designed for Executive Directors and Board members to enrich their non-profit governance knowledge.
The day will begin with a keynote presentation from Blythe Butler on the topic of Adaptive Organizations.
In addition, the day will include networking, a chance to pose questions to an expert panel and your choice of two breakout sessions which will provide the opportunity to connect, learn and lead on a variety of Board issues.
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Building a Sustainable Future with Dr. Margaret Wheatley and & Dr. Peter Senge.
Receive the latest insights from two internationally-renowned leaders in the areas of social, environmental and organizational sustainability.
November 11 and 12, 2010
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Sep 14 Steps to Success
Join Murray Nicholson for a practical workshop to review the key steps for developing or revising your website. You will leave with a better understanding and an increased ability to manage the development of your website. |
Sep 14 Two Point Oh! Easy Web Publishing
Now with online publishing tools it’s easy and inexpensive (even free). Learn how to start using these tools with your programs and campaigns right away. |
Sep 21 Being Bequest Ready
In this practical, hands-on session, Neil Williams will explain the basics of a planned giving program, and how to ensure everyone, from the receptionist to the Executive Director, is ready if that unexpected phone call comes from a donor or their professional advisor looking for information on how to participate in your legacy program. |
Sep 21 Growing Your Annual Donor Base
Join Jason Demers to learn about the fundamentals of a successful annual giving program. This session will be ideal for organizations just starting or wanting to build their annual donor base. |
Sep 30 Leading Board Committees
Board committees can be powerful partners with your Board and ED/CEO. How can your leadership make committees a valued contributor towards meeting |
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New Era Technology's Adobe CS4 for Marketing
CentrePoint has launched its Starting a Canadian Charity portal. This resource is designed to help people and organizations connect with the information and resources they need to start a charity. Available on the site are requirements checklists, Ask an Expert, and more helpful tools.
Visit the "Starting a Canadian Charity" portal
CentrePoint Helps Leaders Grow
“Executive Directors are as unique as the nonprofits they lead. […] Advancing the leader’s capabilities requires individualized support delivered in a manner relevant to this organizational context.” … the James Irvine Foundation
Learn more about what CentrePoint is doing to help individuals in the non-profit sector.
CentrePoint Helps Leaders Grow
"Leadership PLUS" Program
Executive Coaching
"What Helps Leaders Grow" by the James Irving Foundation
Governance
Recently, CentrePoint has been supporting Boards in implementing the “Governance as Leadership” concepts and in looking at Board work from in a framework of: Fiduciary, Strategic and Generative thinking styles. By employing these, Boards can achieve results with a fresh appropriate and meaningful approach. Call us for further information about how we can assist you in governance practices.
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Board's Role in Fundraising
Organizations that excel in fundraising today and in the future have strong Board representation and solid leadership. They build credibility, increase awareness, leverage time and money and overall, increase public confidence.
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New Era Technology
New Era Technology is offering a new 3-day course, Adobe CS4 for Marketing, where students will be introduced to Adobe Creative Suite and will learn how to get the most out of using these powerful applications together. This 3-day course is hands-on and project-driven. No previous experience with Adobe Creative Suite is necessary. Special non-profit rates apply!
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The Calgary Foundation PRESENTS
2010 Vital Conversations
The Calgary Foundation (TCF) invites you to add your voice to our dynamic community discussion on what’s working, and what’s not … based on quality of life issues raised in the 2009 Calgary’s VitalSigns Report.
Join us Friday, September 24, 2010 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm) for our next Vital Conversation: Calgary - A Hotbed for Voting and Volunteering?
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