I. Overview:
The conference will help associations
or chambers develop a coherent approach
economic conditions and devise organizational approaches to work with
key
leaders, allied groups, agencies, and elected officials.
2) Analyze how the economy, leadership network, and demographic make up can influence the operations.
3) Discover how internal structure and organizational mission can be explained to the outside world to enlist additional support.
4) Develop programs & priorities to address critical issues.
1)
Individualized Workbook Applications
2)
Presentation & Discussion
3)
Group Discussion & Decision-making
4)
Time Required: Half day and 2/3 of the next day
First Half Day
I. Doing Business
A. Issues of Concern
B. Ideal Community (Industry Outlook)
II. Community Analysis
A. Economic Trends
B. Rating the Community (Industry) & Its Obstacles
Next 2/3 Day
III. Organizational Trends Affecting Us
A. Organizational Milieu
B. Our Situation
IV. Mission & Objectives
A. Ideal Types
B. Our Type
A. Current Program Evaluation
B. New Initiatives
C. Consolidated Action Plan
1)
Clear focus for economic base & key projects
2)
Business assets & liabilities analysis
3)
Competitive analysis & quality of service rating
4)
Organizational mission & objectives
5)
Strategic program priorities
