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To build a strong, vibrant nonprofit sector that is critical to a healthy community

 

NICNE Special Events:

NICNE Superior Customer Service WorkshopOpen in a New Window

Why should YOU invest in Superior Customer Service Training?

The most valuable asset of your organization is your People. Not only do they produce, sell, and service your product, they represent your organization. The impression they make on your customers will greatly influence whether those customers buy again and refer others.

Join us or send key members of your team to this creative and engaging workshop! 

Presenter Randa Noble is an independent public speaker, staff trainer, and not-for-profit board trainer with extensive nonprofit experience.

Date: Thursday, June 20, 2013

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (lunch included in course fee)

Location: Room 122 of 5100 building at Rockford College (building closest to State Street), 5050 E. State St. Rockford, IL 61108

Cost: $40.00 (includes lunch, 2013 NICNE members may apply discount)

Please RSVP by June 13 by faxing or mailing downloadable registration form.

Download Registration Form Here

 

NICNE Summer Shortz Session 1Open in a New Window

Summer Shortz Series -- Reflections on a Lifetime of Service

Join us on the patio in front of the Colman Library at Rockford College.
Relax, enjoy the morning sun, and learn from seasoned professionals -- memories of triumphs and pitfalls, maintaining longevity, and passing the torch to a new generation of leaders.

Session 1 -- Presented by Vicki Wright, former CEO of Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois.

Prior to her role with GSNI, Vicki held several executive-level positions with Girl Scouts councils across the USA, was CEO for the Redlands YWCA in California, and is a past National President for the Association of Girl Scout Executive Staff. In her 30+ years of nonprofit experience she proved adept at building community partnerships and successfully guiding and managing change, including leading the nationwide realignment of Girl Scout councils from 312 to 109.

Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Location: Patio in front of Colman Library at Rockford College (rain location -- Burpee Center, Rockford College), 5050 E. State Street, Rockford, IL, 61108

Cost: $20 (2013 NICNE Members may apply discount)

Please RSVP by July 10 using the downloadable registration form.

Download Registration Form Here.

 

NICNE Actionable Marketing WorkshopOpen in a New Window

Create an Actionable Marketing Plan

In this hands-on workshop, you will collaborate with expert presenters to develop an actionable marketing plan unique to your organization. In turn, you will work independently, in small groups, and one-on-one with the presenters. Upon completion, you will be armed with enough information and hard skills to execute a 3-phase strategy to achieve your marketing communication goals.

SPACE IS LIMITED TO FIRST 20 REGISTRANTS!

Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Time: Check in, 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., Workshop, 8:30 a.m. - Noon

Location: Room 115 in 5100 Building at Rockford College (building closest to State Street), 5050 E. State Street, Rockford, IL  61108

Cost: $75.00 (2013 NICNE Members may apply discount)

Please RSVP by July 17 by faxing or mailing downloadable registration form.

Download Registration Form Here

 

NICNE Summer Shortz Session 2Open in a New Window

Summer Shortz Series -- Reflections on a Lifetime of Service

Join us on the patio in front of the Colman Library at Rockford College.
Relax, enjoy the morning sun, and learn from seasoned professionals -- memories of triumphs and pitfalls, maintaining longevity, and passing the torch to a new generation of leaders.

Session 2 -- Presented by Carol Bennett, former Executive Director of Northern Illinois Hospice and Grief Center.

Carol is the former Executive Director of Northern Illinois Hospice and Grief Center. She has previously held two other Executive Director positions for local nonprofits, including the Winnebago County Council on Aging, which she helped lead through its merger with Protestant Community Services and a later merger that resulted in Lifescape Community Services coming into existence. Carol is often called upon to present her insights and lessons learned to boards, professionals, and professional organizations.

Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Location: Patio in front of Colman Library at Rockford College (rain location -- Burpee Center, Rockford College), 5050 E. State Street, Rockford, IL, 61108

Cost: $20 (2013 NICNE Members may apply discount)

Please RSVP by August 14 using the downloadable registration form.

Download Registration Form Here.

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