Navigating through the maze
WORKSHOP TITLE
Navigating through the Maze: Not-for-profit startup and success
PRESENTER
Jenenne Whitfield, The Heidelberg Project. Jenenne Whitfield serves as the Executive Director of the critically acclaimed Heidelberg Project. Prior to her involvement she had a successful career in banking. Under Ms. Whitfield’s direction, The Heidelberg Project has expanded its goals to include acquisition and restoration of property in the Heidelberg area, development of an artist-in-residence program and implementation of community art and education programs. Her leadership and commitment have enabled the project to extend its reach by participating in joint projects with museums, universities and other educational organizations. Her relentless enthusiasm and tireless efforts have won increasing support and respect for this often-controversial endeavor.
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION
- Recognition and identification
- Mobilizing the players
- Commitment and Organization of efforts
- Start up — Pros and cons of 501(c)3
- Internal Operations
- Compliance and other boring must do’s
- Identifying Resources
- Making your case
- Does collaboration really work
- Whiners vs. winners
- What is it… really?
- Globalist
