ONE-DAY VIRTUAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Adaptive Leadership Strategies in Seasons of Change: Navigating the New Era of Family Support

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Wednesday
May 28th


11:00 AM – 6:30 PM EST

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All registrants will receive access to the recorded training, ensuring you can watch at your convenience.

Strengthening Leadership for the Future of Family Support

In an era of rapid change, family support leaders must be agile, innovative, and prepared to navigate shifting political, economic, and funding landscapes.


ONE-DAY LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

This exclusive summit brings together national experts, industry thought leaders, and experienced practitioners to share the top ten adaptive leadership strategies that will help you sustain and expand your impact.


JOIN LEADERS WHO REFUSE TO BE LIMITED BY TODAY'S CHALLENGES


Transform how you lead through change and create lasting impact for families in your community.

KeynotE Speakers

President & CEO of Chief Mountain Sports & Consulting, will challenge us to rethink leadership culture in his keynote, From Cancel Culture to a Coachable Culture.

Jerry Milner

Co-Founder & Director, Family Justice Group, & Former Associate Commissioner for the Children’s Bureau, will deliver a powerful keynote, Bridging Policy & Practice: Lessons in Leadership from Washington to the Frontlines.

Featured Speakers

Illuminating the Path Forward

Ed.D., President, Coach Diversity Institute

Beyond Survival

Former Commissioner, Administration on Children, Youth, and Families

Funding the Future

Vice President - Center for Systems Innovation, Annie E. Casey Foundation

Reframing the Narrative

Co-Executive Director & Chief Strategy Officer, Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

Beyond Survival

National Parent Leader

Navigating Legal Crossroads

Center Director, American Bar Association Center on Children & the Law

Data, Trends & Accesss

PhD, Managing Director of Research Services, Casey Family Programs

Beyond Survival

President and CEO - Prevent Child Abuse America

Data, Trends & Access

Vice President, OMNI Institute

Data, Trends & Access

Co-Director, Family Justice Group

Reframing the Narrative

Senior Program Manager, Ascend at the Aspen Institute

Navigating Legal Crossroads

Senior Counsel, For Purpose Law Group

Illuminating the Path Forward

Author & Coach 

Reframing the Narrative

Vice President, National Family Resource Center Coalition.

Reframing the Narrative

Co-founder & CEO, Imagination Factory

Funding the Future

President and CEO of the Potts Family Foundation

Beyond Survival

Co-Executive Director, National Family Support Network

Illuminating the Path Forward

Co-Executive Director, National Family Support Network

Summit agenda

This one-day intensive is designed to equip family support leaders with adaptive leadership strategies to thrive in today’s evolving landscape.

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Takeaways & Resources


  • Downloadable coaching book with strategic guidance



  • Discounted access to an exclusive leadership cohort


11:00 AM – 11:15 AM ET | Welcome & Opening Remarks

  • Framing the Day: The New Era of Leadership in Family Support

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM ET | Opening Keynote

  • From Cancel Culture to a Coachable Culture
  • Exploring the shift from a cancel culture to a coaching-based culture with visionary leadership for fostering resilience, unlocking potential, and empowering individuals within organizations.

12:00 PM – 12:50 PM ET | Philanthropy Panel

  • Funding the Future: Navigating Shifting Philanthropic Trends for Family Support
  • Understanding emerging philanthropic trends, strategic positioning for investment, and building sustainable funding partnerships.

12:50 PM – 1:05 PM ET | Break

1:05 PM – 1:55 PM ET | Communicating Family Support in a New Era

  • Reframing the Narrative: Communicating Family Support in a Changing Landscape
  • Strategies for advocacy, storytelling, and depoliticizing messaging to ensure broad-based support and secure funding.

1:55 PM – 2:45 PM ET | Lunch & Networking

2:45 PM – 3:35 PM ET | Afternoon Keynote

  • Bridging Policy & Practice: Lessons in Leadership from Washington to the Frontlines
  • Examining how policy decisions are shaped and how organizations can adapt to funding and regulatory changes.

3:35 PM – 4:25 PM ET | Family Support Panel

  • Beyond Survival: National Leaders on Thriving in a Shifting Landscape
  • Leadership strategies for adapting to uncertainty, sustaining impact, and ensuring families and communities thrive.

4:25 PM – 4:40 PM ET | Break

4:40 PM – 5:30 PM ET | Breakout Panels

  • Panel 1: Data, Trends & Access: Keeping Families at the Center
  • Exploring key data trends, identifying gaps, and leveraging evaluation to inform funding and policy decisions.
  • Panel 2: Navigating Legal Crossroads
  • Safeguarding organizations amid shifting regulations, political pressures, and compliance challenges.

5:30 PM – 6:20 PM ET | Closing Panel

  • Illuminating the Path Forward: Diverse Visions of Hope & Leadership
  • Actionable insights from across the family support field, reflecting on the day's discussions and next steps.

6:20 PM – 6:30 PM ET | Closing Remarks

Exclusive Participant Resources

All registrants—whether participating live or accessing the recording—will receive a downloadable Adaptive Leadership Workbook, featuring:


• Top 10 Adaptive Leadership Strategies for thriving in the evolving landscape of family support

• Step-by-step guidance for forming your personal leadership advisory board

• Key insights from national experts on sustaining momentum in challenging environments

• Practical tools and frameworks to apply immediately

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What if I can’t participate live?

    No problem! All registrants will receive access to the recorded training, so you can watch it on your own schedule.

  • Who should participate?

    • Family Support Professionals
    • Nonprofit Leaders & Executives
    • Policy & Advocacy Experts
    • Philanthropic & Funding Professionals
    • Social Impact Leaders
    • Government & Public Sector Leaders working in child and family services
    • Community-Based Organization (CBO) Leaders
    • Researchers & Data Analysts focused on family support and social policy
    • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & ESG Professionals investing in family and community initiatives
    • Educators & Early Childhood Development Professionals engaged in family strengthening
    • Health & Human Services Leaders supporting family well-being
  • How do I access the event?

    You will receive an email with the Zoom link and additional event details at least a week before the event

  • Who can I contact with questions?

    Reach out to [email protected] for assistance.