Classes & Training
The Center is excited to revive and modernize the Standards of Excellence for Nonprofit Management. The curriculum for classes and all specialized training will focus on guiding nonprofits and their leaders to achieve this prestigious designation.
Fall 2024 Training Schedule
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th from 1-4 pm
SPEAKERS: Christi Cakiroglu & Jeff Bryant
WHO IT’S FOR: Executive Directors
PRICE: $99
What’s the best way to keep board members engaged? How do you manage a chronically absent board member or, conversely, the board member who wants to set up a desk in the office next to you? Where can you find the best board members? This informal and informative presentation will include an overview of best practices with practical strategies for recruiting, training, and managing your nonprofit board.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 29th from 1-4 pm
SPEAKERS: Krisztina Kohlhaas, Vistage Northern Nevada
WHO IT’S FOR: Executive Directors and Senior Managers
PRICE: $99
Are you constantly frustrated by excuses, missed deadlines, and a lack of accountability in your organization? Are people siloed and complaining rather than working as a collaborative team? This interactive workshop explores the common pitfalls that prevent teams from reaching their full potential. Participants will learn practical strategies to foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Join us to learn how to create a culture of accountability and drive better outcomes in your organization.
WHEN: Tuesday, November 12th from 1-4 pm
SPEAKERS: Amelia Gulling & Jeff Bryant
WHO IT’S FOR: Executive Directors & Finance Managers
PRICE: $99
This training is designed for small and growing nonprofits who want to learn how to build a better budget. This engaging session will help you forecast and avoid missed expenses. All participants will receive a standard template with things to know and remember for building more accurate long-term budgets.
WHEN: Tuesday, November 19th from 1-4 pm
SPEAKERS: Christi Cakiroglu & Jeff Bryant
WHO IT’S FOR: Executive Directors
PRICE: $99
Maintaining an engaged and diverse board can be challenging at the best of times, and the landscape for board involvement has changed since 2020. Join this robust and honest discussion about creating, building, and maintaining a diverse and engaged board.
Certificate Courses
Coming 2025
1 day per week for 5 – 8 weeks
Focused on operations, human resources, compliance, liability, program evaluation, strategic planning, communications
Focused on GAAP, 200 CFR, grant compliance and reporting
Coming soon
- Leadership focused, partnering with local gov, state gov, federal delegation
- Collaboration, strategic alliances, empowering & motivating staff, volunteers, constituents
Classes & Trainings
Fall 2025
Single Sessions that run 3 – 6 hours
How to measure impact and report
For aspiring leaders
Intro to accounting, GAAP
Coming soon
- Developing the next generation of Board Directors
- Orientation for new board members (what to expect, what is expected of you)
- Refresher course for existing board members
