Executive Directors & Founders Bootcamp

Serving as a nonprofit Executive Director or CEO is both deeply rewarding and uniquely challenging. These leaders bear the critical responsibility of delivering high-quality programs, maintaining financial stability, strengthening board governance, and envisioning long-term sustainability—all while navigating the pressures of organizational leadership.

The role often comes with a sense of isolation, as leaders may lack peers within their organizations with whom they can openly discuss sensitive issues and navigate complex challenges. Balancing the demands of daily operations with the need to drive strategic vision requires resilience, adaptability, and a supportive network to ensure success at the top. The Executive Directors & Founders  Bootcamp is a 4-session introductory learning opportunity for new or recently appointed executive directors.

The sessions will provide the tools needed to succeed in the core areas of:

  • Operational Structure,
  • Board Management,
  • Fund Development,
  • Leadership.
The group will also discuss best practices of running an efficient organization, share successes and challenges -- all in a collaborative peer-networking environment. Registration includes participation in all 4 sessions and resource materials.
 
Structure:
  • Four weekly sessions from 1:00 - 4:00 PM on the following Wednesdays - May 28th, June 4th, 18th & 25th
  • In person sessions held at Nonprofit Connect
  • Limited attendance of 17 participants. 
Guidelines:
  • Participating organizations must currently have 501c status.
  • Participants must be in a paid executive director role.
  • Participants must commit to attend all 4 sessions and fully participate in each.
  • We expect the Executive Directors & Founders Bootcamp to sell out quickly and have a waitlist. To confirm your seat, the fee must be paid in full by May 23. If the payment is not received by this date, your spot will be given to someone on the waitlist.
 

Meet the presenter:


Luann Feehan joined Nonprofit Connect in 2012 as the Executive Director. Luann is a sought-after expert on nonprofit trends and best-practices, and a leading voice in Kansas City's nonprofit community. She has been invited to similar markets across the country to share her knowledge on nonprofit and association programs. Luann is a Certified BoardSource Governance Trainer and DiSC Behavioral Assessment Trainer. She brings over twenty years of experience in leading successful nonprofit teams.

 

Cancellation/Program Policies:

The fee must be paid for by May 23rd in order to hold your space in the Bootcamp. No refunds will be processed after May 23rd. No shows will be billed.  
 

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Date and Time

Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT

Four Sessions:

  • Wed. May 28th |1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Wed., June 4th | 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Wed., June 18th | 1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Wed., June 25th |1:00 - 4:00 PM

Location

Nonprofit Connect
1703 Wyandotte, Suite 100
Kansas City, MO 64108

Fees/Admission

Members Only
$250 - Members


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Contact Information

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