NY-NJ Harbor & Estuary Program (HEP) workshop series, From Capacity to Impact: Skill-Building Trainings to Collectively Strengthen our Estuary. (Sept date)

Session 2: Navigating the Life Cycle of Organizations and Their Governing Groups and Leadership
September 17, 2026 (10am – 12pm)

This second session, part of our From Capacity to Impact: Skill Building Trainings To Collectively Strengthen Our Estuary series, will explore what the typical life cycle of an organization looks like including their governing groups, leadership, and boards. What are the different stages an organization faces as it grows and develops? What are some of the ways to organize and manage in order to address change? What are the advantages and disadvantages of strategies such as the merging of organizations?

• Click here to register for the hybrid session — attending virtually
• Click here to register for the hybrid session — attending in-person

Upcoming and last session: 

Session 3: Vision to Action: Strategic Planning for the Estuary We Envision
October 22, 2026 (10am – 12pm)

In this session, participants will learn about the ins and outs of a strategic plan – a roadmap that defines an organization’s mission, long-term direction, priorities, and goals. Most importantly, attendees will explore when is the right time and opportunity for their organization to undertake this process and where and how to start.

• Click here to register for the virtual session.

Questions or comments? Contact Liz at EBalladares@hudsonriver.org.