Leadership Development
2022 Program Update
We have made the difficult decision to conclude the Executive Directions leadership development program offerings at CCVO.
Thank you to those who’ve helped shape Executive Directions over the years. We are deeply grateful for your participation and support.
Executive Directions Summit
The Executive Directions Summit program is focused on developing participants’ leadership tools to navigate the increasing complexity of social issues and fast-paced change. Participants are challenged to have courageous conversations and prepare for situations where taking bold action is regularly required.
Click here to learn about the history of Executive Directions and the dedicated individuals who shaped the program.
About the Program
Facilitators guide small cohorts to support, encourage, challenge, and hold each other accountable during the group sessions. With cohorts of 8-10 executive directors and CEOs, participants can expect deep learning, camaraderie, critical feedback, and peer support during the eight week program. The framework of the program is based on three core themes: People, Profit, and Purpose.Within these themes, cohort members explore the role of leaders in topics such as:
Change management
Governance and building strong board relationships
Fund development
Government relations, policy, and advocacy
Summit graduates report that they experience:
Improved self-awareness
Renewed energy and focus
Increased ability to solve problems and make better decisions
Deep connections within their cohort of peers
Better conflict resolution skills
Stronger conflict resolution skills
Overall increase in competence, capabilities, and risk taking
More confidence and courage to lead
“I joined Summit to ‘raise my game’, not really knowing what that was supposed to mean. I learned what it meant – in spades! Summit made me tremendously more effective for my organizations and connected me with a group of peers from whom I continue to learn.”
Program Details
Who: Nonprofit Executive Directors and CEOs.
When: Eight weeks, encompassing eight half-day group sessions and six biweekly sessions.
Where: Group sessions are held online. Small peer discussions may be held online or in person (post-physical distancing restrictions) if participants desire.
Cost:
CCVO Member organizations: $1,750
Non-CCVO Member organizations: $2,000
To see if your organization is a CCVO Member, please visit the CCVO Member Directory.
Please note: individual and student CCVO memberships are not eligible for the Executive Directions discount.
Canada-Alberta Job Grant
Participants may wish to apply for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant to offset two-thirds of the total program fees. Grant applications must be submitted a minimum of 30 days prior to the start date. Full details on the grant program can be found on the Canada Alberta Job Grant website.
Thank you to those who’ve helped shape and support Executive Directions
CCVO has and continues to collaborate with a range of outstanding professionals who have shaped and contributed to the success of the program.
Wayne Stewart, Executive Directions Founder
Corey Olynik, Executive Directions Founder
Ruth Esau, Principal, Executive Directions & Executive Directions Coach
Leslie Tamagi
Greg Campbell
John Rooke
Larry Thiessen
Lisa Falkowsky
Alison Stutz
Sidney Craig Courtice
Tracey Braun
Fawna Bews