Events

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Board President/Chair Roundtable

12/19/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

12/05/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community.

Development Directors Roundtable

12/05/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated, peer networking and problem-solving opportunity for Development Directors or those serving in a fundraising role

Board President/Chair Roundtable

11/21/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Convene and Connect Symposium

11/07/2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM PT
  • $60.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
Explore a host of different ways nonprofits can collaborate to advance their individual missions.

Development Directors Roundtable

10/24/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00

Cultivating a Robust and Collaborative Nonprofit Culture

10/22/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • $35.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
Provides practical, easily accessible tools to help nonprofit boards and leaders develop a strong, diverse, multi-generational culture.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

10/17/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Board Service 101

10/07/2024 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM PT
  • Free
Online in Zoom, CA
Learn what is involved in serving on a nonprofit board and why you should consider doing it.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

10/03/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community.

Development Directors Roundtable

09/26/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00

Board Officer Training Fall 2024: Role and Responsibilities of Board Treasurer

09/25/2024 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM PT
  • $60.00
Online in Zoom, CA
Basics of serving as the treasurer of a nonprofit board of directors.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

09/19/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Fostering Common Purpose Roundtable: Museums

09/17/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Board Officer Training Fall 2024: Role and Responsibilities of the Board Secretary

09/11/2024 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM PT
  • $60.00
Online in Zoom, CA
Basics of serving as the secretary of a nonprofit board of directors.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

09/05/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community. (Note: admission fee waived for Spokes members.)

Board Officer Training Fall 2024: Role and Responsibilities of the Board President

09/04/2024 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM PT
  • $60.00
Online in Zoom, CA
Basics of serving as the president or chairperson of a nonprofit board of directors.

Succession Planning: A Proactive Approach to Leadership Change

08/29/2024 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM PT
  • $60.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
From organizational assessment to succession plan, learn how being proactive can protect the health and future of your nonprofit.

Canva 101: Nonprofit Branding Made Easy

08/28/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • $40.00
Online Via Zoom
Learn the foundational knowledge and practical skills to effectively use Canva for your nonprofit’s branding and marketing needs

Development Directors Roundtable

08/22/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00

Fostering Common Purpose within the Environmental Services Sector

08/21/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

08/15/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

08/01/2024 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM PT
  • $10.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community.

Fostering Common Purpose within the Aging and Disability Service Sector

07/24/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Introduction to Strategic Planning

07/23/2024 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM PT
  • $40.00
Learn the basics of creating a simple strategic plan for your nonprofit.

Fostering Common Purpose within the Animal Related Services Sector

06/26/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Development Directors Roundtable

06/20/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An opportunity to network with other Development Directors in the nonprofit community.

Development Directors Roundtable

06/20/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An opportunity to compare notes and share common challenges in a safe, confidential environment.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

06/20/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Building an Effective Board: 10 Steps for Thoughtful Recruitment & Selection

06/11/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • $40.00
Online Via Zoom
By tapping into the science of organizational psychology, nonprofit boards and their organization’s staff can work together to select, onboard and retain engaged, impactful board members.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

06/06/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community. (Note: admission fee waived for Spokes members.)

Creating and Retaining an Inclusive Board Environment

05/30/2024 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM PT
  • $40.00  -  Non-member
  • $10.00  -  2nd person
San Luis Obispo, CA
An opportunity to learn how to create a welcoming and inclusive board culture that supports and retains diverse board members.

Fostering Common Purpose within the Youth Services Sector

05/29/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Effectively Communicating Your Nonprofit's Mission and Purpose

05/21/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • $40.00
Online Via Zoom
How to help your board, staff, and volunteers effectively share your organization's mission and purpose with the community

Development Directors Roundtable

05/20/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An opportunity to network with other Development Directors in the nonprofit community.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

05/14/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

05/02/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community. (Note: admission fee waived for Spokes members.)

Fostering Common Purpose within the Arts, Culture and Humanities Sector

04/24/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Development Directors Roundtable

04/20/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An opportunity to network with other Development Directors in the nonprofit community.

Leveraging AI for Impactful Grant Proposals(Copied)

04/18/2024 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM PT
  • $35.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
Leveraging AI for Impactful Proposals is a cutting-edge training program designed to empower grant writers with the knowledge and tools to integrate artificial intelligence into their proposal writing process, enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of securing funding.

Leveraging AI for Impactful Grant Proposals

04/18/2024 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM PT
  • $35.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
Leveraging AI for Impactful Proposals is a cutting-edge training program designed to empower grant writers with the knowledge and tools to integrate artificial intelligence into their proposal writing process, enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of securing funding.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

04/18/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

04/04/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community. (Note: admission fee waived for Spokes members.)

Fostering Common Purpose within the Recreation Sector

03/27/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

03/21/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Development Directors Roundtable

03/20/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An opportunity to network with other Development Directors in the nonprofit community.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

03/07/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community. (Note: admission fee waived for Spokes members.)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Basics for Board Members

03/05/2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • $25.00
Online in Zoom
This training is designed specifically for nonprofit board members who want to promote and enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Board Officer Training 2024: Role and Responsibilities of the Board President

03/01/2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • $60.00
Online in Zoom, CA
Basics of serving as the president or chairperson of a nonprofit board of directors.

Fostering Common Purpose within the Housing Sector

02/28/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Board Officer Training 2024: Role and Responsibilities of Board Treasurer

02/27/2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM PT
  • $60.00
Online in Zoom, CA
Basics of serving as the treasurer of a nonprofit board of directors.

Board Officer Training 2024: Role and Responsibilities of the Board Secretary

02/22/2024 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM PT
  • $60.00
Online in Zoom, CA
Basics of serving as the secretary of a nonprofit board of directors.

Development Directors Roundtable

02/20/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An opportunity to network with other Development Directors in the nonprofit community.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

02/15/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

02/01/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community. (Note: admission fee waived for Spokes members.)

Political Advocacy for Your Clients

01/31/2024 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM PT
  • $60.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
Learn how to establish and enhance your relationships with elected officials.

Fostering Common Purpose within the Environmental Quality, Protection and Beautification Sector

01/24/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity for representatives of organizations whose missions are complementary.

Board President/Chair Roundtable

01/18/2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
A facilitated networking and peer problem-solving opportunity.

Mastering Press Releases for Free Publicity

01/18/2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM PT
  • $60.00
San Luis Obispo, CA
Learn to write and distribute effective press releases

Development Directors Roundtable

01/16/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An opportunity to network with other Development Directors in the nonprofit community.

Spokes Board Academy 2024

01/16/2024 10:00 AM - 02/27/2024 11:00 AM PT
  • $10.00
An educational series to help members of nonprofit boards of directors fulfill their legal and leadership responsibilities.

Executive Director/CEO Roundtable

01/04/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • $10.00
An exclusive opportunity to network with peers in the nonprofit community. (Note: admission fee waived for Spokes members.)
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