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Bobbi Watt Geer, Ph.D.Kara D. Rutowski, CFREApril 26, 2012Navigating the CEO andDevelopment Director Relationship
Emerging Philanthropy Conference
Seek First to UnderstandYou have to appreciate to navigateApril 26, 2012Central ImportanceApril 26, 2012Both CEO AND Development Director critical to organizational success
Each should have an appreciation for the role of the other
Fit, access and communication crucial
Mutual respect and interdependence
Crystal clear role clarity
Understanding Each Others Roles(and Each Other)April 26, 2012CEO roleDevelopment Director rolePersonality typeCommunication & Learning StylesDefining successWhat goes wrong and why?April 26, 2012Framework for SuccessMap to the promised land
Mileposts
Managing Expectations
AccountabilityOrganization-wide strategic plan (board driven)Annual development plan (board engaged) Development Director work plan
From your seat to actionRight NowSometime Soon
April 26, 20121.Invest in regular meetings-What is success?-How do we support each other?
Review roles/job description & compensation
3.CEO paves the way for board relationships1. Development plan driven by strategic plan
2. Support professional development
3. Offer opportunities and career growth for development director (retention)