Are you new to your Executive Director or CEO role in Community Action? The expectations are immediate, and the learning curve is real. The New Executive Director Institute is built for that reality.
What this is:
- Virtual pre-session + two-day, in-person Institute
- Designed for Community Action EDs/CEOs with less than five years in their role
- In-depth learning experience facilitated by subject matter experts and peer Community Action executives
What you’ll do:
- Understand how Community Action’s model, structure, and funding environment
- Clarify roles and responsibilities with your board
- Strengthen financial oversight and organizational sustainability
- Engage with peers and learn from shared experience
- Explore how to lead your organization with intention
📍 Arlington, VA (DC area)
📅 May 27 (virtual) | June 23–24 (in person)
Participants should plan to attend both the virtual and in-person sessions
Can’t join us in DC? A Western U.S. New ED Institute is planned for fall 2026 – stay tuned!
Cost: $499 (members) | $699 (non-members)
Get details and register here.
Build on your New Executive Director Institute experience at the Executive Director/Board Chair Symposium (June 25–26), held in the same location. Bring your Board Chair and focus on how you lead together—aligning roles, strengthening governance, and supporting effective decision-making. Attend both and receive $50 off each registration.