The structure of each strategic planning retreat will vary depending upon specific needs.  Overall, key reasons for the strategic planning meeting include: 

• understanding the significant impact the session will have on the organization’s vision and mission,
  
  
• assessing beliefs concerning specific factors that will influence strategic direction, and
  
  
• defining and prioritizing initial strategic objectives and actions.

Often management tools, such as a S.W.O.T. analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) are completed before the first meeting.  This encourages an open dialogue and expeditious way to focus on and prioritize critical matters.

Participants leave feeling energized and better equipped to turn their planned future into reality.

Listed is a brief summary of accomplisments realized with our strategic planning partners.

• Christmas Tree Shops - Strategic planning sessions were facilitated with senior management, which included the development of their initial mission statement.
  
  
• Massachusetts National Guard - Sessions were facilitated for two Adjutant Generals and the senior command.
  
  
• Kennedy-Donovan Center - A mission statement, objectives and strategies were developed with thirty-one individuals for two, funded programs during one planning session.