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Management Essentials: MNA Accelerator

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Date & Time: November 3 at 11:00 am - 12:30 pm MST

Location: Online

MNA Member | Individual Registration: $250

MNA Member | Whole Org, Sliding Scale: $350

MNA Member | Whole Org, Standard: $495

Non Member | Whole Org: $949

Free to All Access Pass holders.

Course Description:

Turnover, stress, burnout, uncertainty are common refrains right now for new and experienced leaders. Give your managers (and yourself) a leg up this year by refining your management skills to help your organization adapt and thrive through the changes to come.

Managing people and programs is at heart of every nonprofit. Whether you are looking for ways to grow trust, manage conflict, plan and evaluate programs, manage intergenerational teams, become more people-centered, boost retention, or give your managers the skills they need to help steer the ship, MNA’s Accelerator series offers a full curriculum in the topics that best meet your needs.

Learn more about Accelerator content and outcomes here

 

Attend all six sessions or just those that fit your schedule and needs.

Sessions 1 & 2: Building a Foundation of Trust

  • November 3 & 5 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MTN

Sessions 3 & 4: Practical Planning and Evaluation for Nonprofit Managers

  • November 10 & 12 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MTN

Session 5 & 6: Managing and Supporting Employee Performance

  • November 17 & 19 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MTN
Attendees will have access to all session recordings and resources for six months after the conclusion of the course.

Interested in more in-depth sessions for your whole team? Reach out to srogala@mtnonprofit.org for custom or 1:1 engagement. 

 

About the Presenters:

Adam Jespersen 

Adam is MNA’s current Executive Director and joined the Montana Nonprofit Association in 2019 as its first Director of Innovation after more than a decade of progressive experience in nonprofit management, leadership, fundraising, and grant writing. Raised in rural Montana, Adam received his bachelor’s degree from Carroll College and his master’s in business administration from the University of Montana. Trained and experienced in Lean management and person-centered design, Adam is passionate about helping people, teams, and organizations across Montana find their stride in being more effective and impactful and has been recognized for his ability to dive headlong into finding solutions and for his cooperative and thoughtful leadership approach. Adam lives in Helena with his wife and two daughters and enjoys hiking, skiing, and all that Montana has to offer.

Shelby Rogala 

Shelby is MNA’s Associate Director. She’s been with MNA since 2018 and runs MNA’s education and programming. Shelby’s background in education, community development, and outdoor recreation makes her passionate about connecting community and nonprofit leaders to resources, people, and training that can make their work easier, more effective, and even a little more joyful. She is a BoardSource Certified Board Consultant, holds a Masters in Adult Education from Colorado State University and bachelor’s degrees in history and philosophy from Montana State University. Shelby is from Darby, MT and currently lives in Helena, MT. She can be found in the mountains, rivers, or on her couch with a good book or TV show.

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Date:
November 3
Time:
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Series:
Cost:
MNA Member | Individual Registration: $250
MNA Member | Whole Org, Sliding Scale: $350
MNA Member | Whole Org, Standard: $495
Non Member | Whole Org: $949
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Website:
https://members.mtnonprofit.org/events/accelerator-fall-2026/register

Venue

Online