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CALENDAR

UPCOMING EVENTS

2023 PROGRAMS

SPRING

Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program

Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program

Virtual

Program Dates:

February 9-11, March 9-11, April 13-14

Application Due:

January 4, 2023

Georgetown’s Center for Public Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program is designed as an experiential leadership lab to explore the pressing issues that nonprofit leaders face and strengthen the management capacity of those working with nonprofit and philanthropic organizations.

Executive Preparation Institute

Executive Preparation Institute

Virtual

Program Dates:

February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, and July 21

Application Due:

January 13, 2023

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement’s Executive Preparation Institute (EPI) is for nonprofit leaders exploring an executive director or board role in the next five years. Participants have a chance to listen to industry experts about all facets of nonprofit leadership including finances, budgeting, fundraising, board governance, evaluation, and more. The program is comprised of six seminars, guest speakers, panel discussions, and group interaction, and meets virtually once a month. LeaderBridge scholarship applications are due to EPI by close of business on January 27, 2023.

BIPOC Executive Director Cohort

BIPOC Executive Director Cohort

Virtual

Program Dates:

February 22, March 8, March 22, April 5, April 19, and May 3

Application Due:

The Catalogue for Philanthropy is hosting a BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Executive Director cohort for nonprofit leaders to have peer-to-peer conversations on a variety of topics. The first meeting topics are pre-selected by the Catalogue team and from there, cohort members' interests will determine agenda and the time will be used to network, connect on topics, and to share resources. This cohort is designed for current BIPOC Executive Directors of locally-serving nonprofits, and a priority will be given to organizations with less than a $1.5M budget, although all are welcome to apply. Organizations must be headquartered in the DMV and do the majority of their work locally.

Rising Leaders Program

Rising Leaders Program

In Person

Program Dates:

March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1, and July 13, 2023

Application Due:

January 27, 2023

Rising Leaders is led by expert facilitators from the Careerstone Group, LLC, and will provide early-career or management professionals the tools they need to succeed as leaders. Participants gain insight and experience they can apply in any professional environment, and focus on: leadership and self-awareness, networking and relationship building, providing feedback, presentation skills, and managing up.

Positive Intelligence Program

Positive Intelligence Program

Virtual

Program Dates:

April 22 – June 6, 2023 (meets 6 times + coaching) – exact dates TBD

Application Due:

April 14, 2023

This 6-week Positive Intelligence Program is led by nonprofit coach and consultant Bob Wittig. The program helps leaders boost performance, collaboration, and leadership skills by learning how to strengthen the wise, responsive part of their brain and quiet the part of the brain that can sabotage leadership. By the end of the program, leaders will have tools to help them handle leadership challenges with a more positive mindset and less stress, unlocking their potential (and that of their teams) as leaders. Participants also have the option to complete six additional coaching sessions with ACC Certified Coach, Bob Wittig.

SUMMER

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Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program

In Person

Program Dates:

June 10-17, 2023

Application Due:

April 28, 2023

Georgetown’s Center for Public Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program is designed as an experiential leadership lab to explore the pressing issues that nonprofit leaders face and strengthen the management capacity of those working with nonprofit and philanthropic organizations.

FALL

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Emerging Leaders Program

In Person

Program Dates:

September 14, 2023 – May 16, 2024 (seven monthly sessions)

Application Due:

April 21, 2023

Leadership Montgomery’s Emerging Leaders is a dynamic program designed for professionals looking to develop and grow their leadership capabilities, enhance their knowledge of Montgomery County, and build their network. This program includes seven monthly interactive sessions, a leadership skills curriculum developed and facilitated by certified leadership and development professionals, team projects, interactive tours, and engagement with established multi-sector leaders.

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Public Narrative Training

Virtual

Program Dates:

September 14, September 21, and September 28, 2023

Application Due:

August 1, 2023

Inspire Leadership School's Public Narrative Training is facilitating a cohort of 8 local nonprofit leaders this fall. This cohort is open to nonprofit leaders at any career stage. Public Narrative is the art of telling stories that inspire and motivate people to achieve a collective goal. A compelling leadership story conveys shared values, collective agency, and hope for the future. Light on theory and rich in practice, this training teaches participants how to tell the Story of Self, Story of Us, and Story of Now.

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Executive Coaching

Virtual

Program Dates:

September – December 2023 (six sessions)

Application Due:

July 30, 2023

This six-session coaching program is an opportunity for nonprofit Executive Directors and CEOs to select and work with a leadership coach to support their continued growth and development. Access Coaching Collective recruits and vets a diverse roster of coaches who possess a strong equity lens, ensuring that leaders have access to high-quality coaches of shared identities. Coaching is unique as it’s tailored to each individual and their specific goals. Through coaching, leaders can: build self-awareness; learn to better leverage their strengths; navigate challenges and new opportunities; develop strategies to address burnout; establish a growth mindset; and more. Sessions will be scheduled at times that are mutually agreed upon by the leader and coach.

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BIPOC Executive Director Cohort

Hybrid

Program Dates:

October 2023 – December 2023 (meets six times) – exact dates TBD

Application Due:

The Catalogue for Philanthropy  is launching their next BIPOC Leadership Development cohort for current Executive Directors (3 years in role or less) or senior staff who plan to step into the executive role in the next couple of years. Meetings will start with professional development around a specific topic, then a facilitated conversation with peers. Topics will include major donor stewardship, board engagement, marketing, and more. The cohort will collectively focus on both the hard skills, data, and trends around these topics as well as the specific concerns and challenges leaders of color have to address when implementing the practices discussed.

PAST EVENTS

  • Mar 28, 1:00 PM – Mar 29, 2:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Learn more about the Certificate Program and application, the LeaderBridge scholarship and leader network, and ask questions. This info session is co-hosted by the Georgetown CPNL Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program and LeaderBridge. 
  • Feb 28, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Virtual event
    Facilitated by Equity Through Action, this virtual Leadership Series will explore how JEDI* can be defined and demonstrated within organizations.
  • Jan 24, 1:00 PM EST
    Virtual Event
    As a leader, especially of a small nonprofit, it is vital to not just invest in your community and organization, but also in yourself. Is an executive coach the right tool for your professional development?
  • Jan 19, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST
    Webinar
  • Nov 09, 2022, 1:30 PM
    Webinar
    Join Senior Program Officer Caitlin Mayo for a webinar with insight on the proposal process, building meaningful relationships, social media, and more.
  • Nov 09, 2022, 12:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    Join Senior Program Officer Caitlin Mayo for a webinar with insight on the proposal process, building meaningful relationships, social media, and more. This webinar is facilitated by the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, and is open to all nonprofit leaders.
  • Oct 27, 2022, 1:00 PM
    Virtual Event
    As a leader, especially of a small nonprofit, it is vital to not just invest in your community and organization, but also in yourself. Is an executive coach the right tool for your professional development? If so, how do you decide on a coach and what can you expect? If you make this investment, how
  • Sep 07, 2022, 7:00 PM
    Virtual
    This series was created for women in the LeaderBridge Network who are curious about running for public office, who are super involved in community but would never run for office, or whose friends have told her she should run for office but isn’t sure how to connect that to her own community.
  • Apr 20, 2022, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT
    Online Event
    This #AskHer webinar explored the intersection of wellness and nonprofit leadership. Special guests included LeaderBridge alumna Diana Ortiz! This webinar was recorded on April 20, 2022, and you can watch the recording here.
  • Mar 24, 2022, 1:00 PM
    Rockville, 6010 Executive Blvd, Rockville, MD 20852, USA
    Leadership Montgomery is hosting an in-person Open House on March 24, 2022 from 1:00-6:00pm EST, to assist leaders interested in participating in their Emerging Leaders 2022-2023 and other Leadership Montgomery programs.
  • Mar 23, 2022, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Online Open House
    Georgetown’s Center for Public & Nonprofit Leadership is hosting a virtual Open House on March 23, 2022 from 5:30-6:30pm EST, to share more about the summer 2022 Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program, a 1-week program in June 2022.
  • Jan 18, 2022, 9:00 AM
    Virtual
    Leadership Greater Washington is hosting an Information Session on January 18, 2022, to share more about the 2022 Rising Leaders Program, a five-month program that runs from March to July 2022.
  • Jan 11, 2022, 12:00 PM EST
    Virtual
    The Crimsonbridge Foundation's LeaderBridge Team and the Washington Area Women's Foundation are co-hosting a listening session for LeaderBridge alumna to identify the topics that are most relevant and meaningful to you – women leaders who are working to improve lives and have a positive impact in th
  • Nov 19, 2021, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST
    Virtual
    CPNL Alumni are invited to engage with ProInspire's Leadership Model for Race Equity Impact, which supports individuals and organizations in identifying how their leadership practices can create and sustain race equity experiences and outcomes within the social sector.
  • Oct 28, 2021, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Virtual
    Interested in the Center for Public & Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program? Join CPNL for a virtual open house to learn more about the program! Applications for the Spring and Summer 2022 programs are open and scholarships are available.
  • Jun 24, 2021, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
    Virtual
    LeaderBridge alumni are invited to join Catalogue for Philanthropy to learn about what executive coaching is and isn't, how to choose a coach, and how to ensure it is a meaningful partnership.
  • May 19, 2021, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    Virtual
    Learn about Change Elemental's 5-year journey towards shared leadership from an initial CoDirectorship model, to a "chrysalis" leadership team, to their current leadership body "the Hub."
  • May 19, 2021, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    Virtual
    Join She Should Run for a discussion around embracing your leadership potential while shutting down racist stereotypes and microaggressions, and demanding your seat at the table.
PastEvents
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