Recent Events
NonprofitNext Workshop: Five Trends that will Reshape the Social Sector
West Palm Beach, Florida – March 10, 2010
Senior Associate, Heather Gowdy, will lead an in-depth exploration of La Piana Consulting's NonprofitNext research initiative, and recent findings report Convergence: Five Trends Will Reshape the Social Sector, at the Florida Nonprofit Conference. Heather will also lead group discusses to help your organization develop strategies for addressing future trends in the nonprofit environment. To register for the workshop, visit the Nonprofit First's website.
Strategic Restructuring for Nonprofit Organizations Workshop
Columbia, South Carolina – February 4, 2010
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, Bob Harrington, will discuss the spectrum of nonprofit partnership options with nonprofit leaders and consultants, hosted by United Way of the Midlands. To register for the workshop, visit the United Way of the Midlands’ website.
NonprofitNext Keynote Presentation
Denver, Colorado – February 2, 2010
Hosted by the Colorado Nonprofit Association, David La Piana, will discuss the research initiative NonprofitNext and the new report, Convergence: Five Trends Shaping the Social Sector, with funders and leaders. To register visit the Colorado Nonprofit Association website.
Nonprofit Strategic Restructuring Workshop
Irvine, California – January 27, 2010
Senior Manager, Vance Yoshida, will present three workshops, including nonprofit Strategic Restructuring at the Orange County Funders Roundtable. For more information, visit the Orange County Funders Roundtable’s website.
Strategic Restructuring Workshop
Atlanta, Georgia – December 9, 2009
Hosted by The Community Foundation For Greater Atlanta, Bob Harrington, Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, will discuss the spectrum of nonprofit partnership options with nonprofit leaders, funders, and the Foundation staff. For more information, visit the Community Foundation For Greater Atlanta’s website.Real-Time Strategic Planning Workshop
Sioux Falls, South Dakota – December 3, 2009
Director of Strategy Practice, Lester Olmstead-Rose, will lead a workshop to introduce Real-Time Strategic Planning process with nonprofit leaders, hosted by Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota. For more information, visit the Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota's website.Strategic Restructuring Workshop
Cleveland, Ohio – December 3, 2009
Hosted by the Ohio Grantmakers Forum, Jo DeBolt, Senior Manager, in conjunction with Kantor Consulting Group and Main Stream Enterprises, will present an educational workshop on Strategic Restructuring at Trinity Commons in Cleveland, Ohu. For more information, please visit the Ohio Grantmakers Forum website.Nonprofit Sustainability and Strategy
Webinar – December 2, 2009
President and Founder, David La Piana, will lead a webinar titled “Sustainability and Strategy: Aligning for Short and Long-Term Success.” Strategy is one of the most critical tools to align your organization with market forces. Learn how the Real-Time Strategic Planning approach can help you address today's challenges in the context of your organization’s mission and competitive advantage. Join us for an interactive conversation about nonprofit strategy and how it can help your organization's sustainability. To register visit the TransitionGuides website.Dyson Foundation Strategic Restructuring Presentation
Poughkeepsie, New York – November 19, 2009
President and Founder, David La Piana, will cut through the today's hype about nonprofit mergers and discuss the spectrum of partnership options available to the sector and the critical role funders play in supporting nonprofit collaboration. For more information, visit the Dyson Foundation's website.Strategic Restructuring Workshop
Charlotte, North Carolina – November 17, 2009
Hosted by the Foundation for the Carolinas, Bob Harrington, Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, and Vance Yoshida, Senior Manager, will describe the spectrum of nonprofit partnership options. Participants will learn how to identify opportunities for their organization to collaborate with other nonprofits in an increasingly competitive environment. For more information, visit the Foundation for the Carolinas' website.Strategic Restructuring Workshop
Sioux Falls, South Dakota – November 16, 2009
Hosted by the Sioux Fall Area Community Foundation, Bob Harrington, Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, will describe the spectrum of nonprofit partnership options. Participants will learn how to identify opportunities for their organization to collaborate with other nonprofits in an increasingly competitive environment. For more information, visit the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation's website.Leadership Development Session at Association of Science-Technology Centers Annual Conference
Fort Worth, Texas – October 31, 2009
President and Founder, David La Piana, will share a proven framework for
board structure and operations to turn your board’s potential into reality. Register at Association of Science-Technology Centers website.
Exellence in Grantmaking Workshop
Calgary, Cananda – October 28, 2009
Bob Harrington, Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, will discuss how funders can support nonprofit partnerships and collaborations. For more information, visit the Workshop website.Nonprofit Strategic Restructuring Workshop
Richmond, Virginia – October 26, 2009
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, Bob Harrington, will discuss the various partnership options available to nonprofit organizations. He will also present the findings of studies on nonprofit mergers and alliances in the United States and discuss the benefits and challenges of restructuring. Register online at The Community Foundation Serving Richmond and Central Virginia website.Nonprofit Mergers Session at Philanthropy New York
New York, New York – October 22, 2009
President and Founder, David La Piana, will share an overview of nonprofit mergers and other forms of capacity building partnerships currently attracting the attention of the funding community. He will then join a panel structured around two specific examples of the nonprofit merger process – one successful and the other terminated before completion – to consider lessons learned. Register at Philanthropy New York's website.Real-Time Strategic Planning and Strategic Restructuring Session
Richmond Hill, Canada – October 21, 2009
Bob Harrington, Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, will present the Real-Time Strategic Planning process, catered to nonprofit organizations that are currently considering partnerships and mergers, at the Ontario Community Support Association’s 2009 Great Ideas Conference. Register online at OCSA's website.Real-Time Strategic Planning Seminar
Grand Forks, North Dakota – October 16, 2009
Lester Olmstead-Rose, Director of Strategy Practice, will lead a capacity-building seminar about Real-Time Strategic Planning for the Impact Foundation's Impact Leadership Institute. To find out more about the Institute or sign-up for a seminar, download the brochure.Nonprofit HR Conference
San Francisco, California – October 15, 2009
Director of Leadership Practice, Bill Coy, will co-chair the Northern California Human Resource Association's annual Nonprofit HR Conference: Dealing with Change and Transition. Register online at NCHRA website.
Strategic Restructuring Workshop at The Nonprofit Management Institute
Stanford University, Palo Alto, California – October 7, 2009
President and Founder, David La Piana, will discuss different partnership options and share national perspective on the role of strategic restructuring in the nonprofit sector’s response to the current economic crisis. Register at Stanford Social Innovation Review website.
Nonprofit Strategic Partnerships Session at Conference for Community Foundations
San Antonio, Texas – October 7, 2009
Senior Manager, Jo DeBolt, will facilitate a session of "Keys to Successful Strategic Partnerships." Register online at the Council on Foundations website.
Collaboration Panel Discussion at the 2009 Nonprofit Summit
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – October 1, 2009
Senior Manager, Jo DeBolt, will lead a panel discussion on nonprofit collaboration at the 2009 Nonprofit Summit, presented by the Greater Pittsburgh Nonprofit Partnership and the Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania. Register online at the conference website.Nonprofit Strategic Restructuring Workshop at East Bay Community Foundation
Oakland, California – September 30, 2009
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, Robert Harrington, will present a strategic restructuring workshop for nonprofit board members. For more information, visit the East Bay Community Foundation website.
Nonprofit Collaborations Session at Conference of Southwest Foundations
Scottsdale, Arizona – September 25, 2009
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, Robert Harrington, will share key ideas learned about successful nonprofit collaborations at "The Best of the Best Examples of Collaboration" session. Register at the Conference of Southwest Foundations website.
Nonprofit Strategic Restructuring Workshop the Greater Des Moines Community Foundation
Des Moines, Iowa – July 30, 2009
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, Robert Harrington, will discuss the role of funders in the spectrum of nonprofit partnership options. Register early as space is limited. Visit the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines website.
Practitioner Workshop at the Alliance for Nonprofit Management Conference
Palm Springs, CA – July 17, 2009
David La Piana will discuss Recession Consulting: Engaging Clients in Difficult Discussion about Difficult Times. Visit the conference website to register.
Nonprofit Next at the Alliance for Nonprofit Management Conference
Palm Springs, California – July 17, 2009
Heather Gowdy, and Alex Hildebrand will present findings from La Piana Consulting's newest research initiative Nonprofit Next. Register at the Alliance for Nonprofit Management's website.
Nonprofit Partnerships Webinar with Council on Foundations
Webinar – June 30, 2009
Robert Harrington, Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, will present "Mergers and Partnerships: Maximizing Shrinking Resources During Tough Financial Times." Register online at the Council on Foundations website.
Craigslist Foundation Boot Camp: Connect. Inspire. Act.
Berkeley, California – June 20, 2009
Visit La Piana Consulting staff at our sponsor booth and take part in an exciting video project for La Piana Consulting's newest research initiative Nonprofit Next. In collaboration with YouTube and Craigslist Foundation, we will be videotaping brief commentary from nonprofit leaders in attendance throughout the day's festivities. Join the fun and share your thoughts on the future of the nonprofit sector. Register for the 2009 Boot Camp today!
Center for Nonprofit Management Webinar
Los Angeles, California – June 16, 2009
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, Bob Harrington, will conduct a webinar presenting cutting-edge techniques for successful partnering among nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit the Center for Nonprofit Management's website.
United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional Summit
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – May 18, 2009
Jo Debolt, Senior Associate, presented "Strategic Partnerships: Forging Alliances, Advancing Your Mission" to a group of philanthropic and nonprofit leaders. For more information visit the United Way's website.Hawai'i Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations Conference
Honolulu, Hawai'i – May 8, 2009
David La Piana, President, and Bill Coy, Director of Leadership Practice, presented an overview of Strategic Restructuring and the spectrum of Nonprofit Mergers and Partnership options.Fundraising Day 2009
San Francisco, California – May 4, 2009
President, David La Piana, co-led a session on how Real-Time Strategic Planning can help support your development goals with Cleveland Justis, Director of Programs and Strategic Initiatives at Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy.United Way of Canada National Conference
Ottawa, Canada – April 23, 2009
Bob Harrington, Strategic Restructuring Practice Director, presented an overview of Strategic Restructuring and the spectrum of nonprofit mergers and partnership options in light of the current economy for United Way - Centraide Executive Directors, CEO's, Board Members, and Chief Operating Officers.Development Training Institute
Houston, Texas – April 22, 2009
Senior Manager, Jo DeBolt, delivered a Real-Time Strategic Planning session with the Development Training Institute and Bank of America Neighborhood Excellence Leadership Program.Nonprofit Finance Fund
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – April 14, 2009
Senior Manager, Jo DeBolt, delivered a presentation on the topic of Strategic Restructuring to a group of nonprofit leaders at Nonprofit Finance Fund.Neighborhood Progress, Inc.
Cleveland, Ohio – April 8, 2009
Senior Manager, Jo DeBolt, began a “Strategic Restructuring 101” training series with grantees of Neighborhood Progress, Inc.Hewlett Foundation
Menlo Park, California – April 2, 2009
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice, Bob Harrington, delivered a workshop on Strategic Restructuring and facilitate a discussion around this topic with Hewlett Foundation’s staff.The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation
Tacoma, Washington – March 16, 2009
Director of Strategic Restructuring Practice Area, Bob Harrington, delivered presentations on Strategic Restructuring to both funder and nonprofit leaders.Philanthropy New York Decision Makers Lecture Series
New York, New York – November 30, -0001
President David La Piana will examine specific elements of nonprofit mergers and collaborations for Trustees, CEOs, and other staff interesting in mergers and capacity-building. For more information, visit the Philanthropy New York website.
