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TODAY’S AGENDA
Ø Logistics for the day Ø Provide overview of program’s purpose, activities
and timeline (presentations & info. packet)
Ø Begin cultivating opportunities for collaboration
NORTHWEST CAPACITY BUILDING & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
NORTHWEST CAPACITY BUILDING & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
NORTHWEST CAPACITY BUILDING & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE TODAYS AGENDA Logistics for the day Provide overview of programs purpose, activities and timeline (presentations & info. packet) Begin cultivating
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TODAY’S AGENDA
Ø Share information about regional data and trends Ø Explore regional asset and opportunities Ø Hear from the experts Ø What’s next??
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WHY ARE WE HERE?
The single most important factor in the future of rural communities is the presence of highly-skilled, highly-motivated leaders who are committed to bringing about positive change in today's challenging economic environment.
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PROJECT COMPONENTS & TIMELINE
Ø Kickoff training, February 19 Ø Priority/interest area meetings to brainstorm projects, March Ø Two additional trainings June & September Ø Facilitation and coaching of project teams March - Oct.
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Identifying key assets
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Identifying strategies and tools to improve local economic climate
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Development of projects
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Build new partnerships and connections to resources
Ø Submit Letters of Inquiry to Golden LEAF November
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RURAL CENTER’S ROLE
Ø Provide tools and knowledge through training and coaching Ø Assist in building inclusive project leadership teams Ø Identify strategies and tools to advance region’s economic climate Ø Help project teams identify assets and opportunities Ø Assist with identifying resources and partnerships Ø Assist with development of strategic projects
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ANTICIPATED OUTCOMES
Ø Engaged broad-based leadership teams that will continue to collaborate for betterment of region Ø Demonstration of true collaboration across counties, sectors, and organizations Ø Increased understanding of economic and social data and trends in region Ø Increased awareness of region’s assets and
- pportunities
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ANTICIPATED OUTCOMES
Ø Increased knowledge of public and private resources and how to access them Ø Formation of new partnerships Ø High-quality innovative, regional (when appropriate) proposals submitted to Golden LEAF CBGI
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