34 Results for “family dynamics” in Events

Events & Webinars | Webinars

Managing Family Dynamics in Governance
June 8, 2023 | Stephanie Ellis-Smith, Betsy Erickson, Katherine Lorenz
Reaching consensus is difficult, particularly during a decision-making moment that will have a real impact on your philanthropy. How do you have productive conversations during meetings and other decision points when there are relationship dynamics, conflict, or simply differences of opinion? How do you allow for individual viewpoints across generations, but ensure there is a framework in place to push Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-family Staff Peer Network: Board Chair Dynamics – Expectations, Evaluation, Collaborating, and Engaging Together
March 19, 2019 | Kelly Chopus, Elaine Gast Fawcett
Join the Non-family Staff Peer Network for a discussion on board chair dynamics and the potential challenges and successes in this role at a family foundation. Whether it be collaborating with other staff and family members, managing complicated expectations and engagements across an organization, or navigating your foundation’s journey, join us and learn from your peers who will ask thought-provoking Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Emerging Family Leaders Peer Network: Peer Connection and Community-Building
August 3, 2023
It can be challenging to be a leader in a family philanthropy context, particularly as a member of the next generation. How do you navigate the family dynamics of the multiple generations? How do you develop the skills and connections to be seen as a leader in your family’s philanthropic efforts? How do you have an influence on the strategic direction Read More
Events & Webinars | Conferences and Workshops

Conflict Repair & Fostering Psychological Safety: Building and expanding this essential leadership skill within the culture of family philanthropy
March 27, 2023 | Rebecca Trobe
This three-part series will offer those who lead within family philanthropies the time to examine and discuss how to be more equipped, mindful and proactive in navigating conflict. This is an opportunity for family leaders to increase their awareness, skill sets and comfort levels in approaching, managing and mitigating conflict within their family systems and cultures. It is essential that Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-family Staff Peer Network: Managing Up for Trust, Relationships, and Impact, Part 2
April 26, 2023 | Chris Steed, Christy Uchida
How do you manage tension and differences with your board, while building trust and maintaining important relationships? How do you reconcile doing the work and staying true to yourself? This session will offer a space for lightly facilitated small group conversations with your peers on how to work closely with your board while navigating the complex dynamics that sometime arise Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-family Staff Peer Network: Managing Up for Trust, Relationships, and Impact
February 28, 2023 | Andrea Hernandez Rodriguez, Kelly Chopus
At times there can be a tension between staff and board perspectives on divisive topics. How and when do you work to bring along the board? How do you maintain thoughtful communications with the board and the community? How do you reconcile doing the work and staying true to yourself? How do you build trust? Join us for a discussion Read More
Events & Webinars

Defining Your Family’s Philanthropic Purpose
June 14, 2022 | Fred Kaynor, Megan Costigan, Jean Buckley, Tony Macklin
What motivations and values drive your generosity? What priorities propel your social action? A clear philanthropic purpose defines why you want to make a difference and your priorities for where and who you most want to benefit. It improves family decision-making, community relationships, and impact. On this webinar, you’ll learn how you and your family can define your philanthropic purpose—shared Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-family Staff Peer Network: Power and Family Systems
July 1, 2021 | Jamie Forbes, Ellie Frey Zagel
Jamie Forbes and Ellie Frey Zagel will bring their expertise from years working with families to this conversation on power and family systems. Explore family business models, culture, and best practices in collaborating with families as they relate to forging connections and power dynamics across generations. Come with questions, prepared to engage in a great discussion with peers. As a Read More
Events & Webinars | Conferences and Workshops

Family Foundation CEO Retreat
May 10, 2021 | Betsy Erickson, Janine Mason, Michael Smith, Tina Runyan, Mayor Eric Garcetti, Bari Katz, Rob Reich, Shaady Salehi, Carmen Rojas, Diana Scearce
The role of a family foundation CEO is unique, often bridging generations of family members, community leaders, staff, advisors, and partners. Expectations can be challenging to meet and boundaries are sometimes vague and ever-changing. Success in this role requires a cadre of specialized leadership skills, particularly in these divisive and dynamic times. This 3-day virtual retreat, designed for both new Read More
Events & Webinars | Webinars

Grantee Relationships and Power Dynamics
July 8, 2021 | Anthony Richardson, Mailee Walker, Melinda Tuan
Power dynamics are inherent in traditional philanthropy: a funder gives and a grantee receives. This imbalance has the ability to inhibit productive, honest partnerships and stymie successful outcomes. It is often difficult for a grantee to discuss their needs and concerns when their financial future is on the line. Funders must acknowledge these dynamics with grantee partners and learn how Read More

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