Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Panel Discussion Questions

The following questions have been developed for our panel discussion at the upcoming Leatherstocking AEA program next week, June 10th:

The Panel will begin with an introduction and a list a few of the major issues facing them. These questions will then be discussed:
  • What changes, both large and small, have you made in organizational structure or process to help cut costs? Could these cost-saving strategies be replicated by any not-for-profit organization? If these changes include staff reductions or compensation changes, describe them in general and how you decided to move in that direction.
  • What ways are you using technology to cut costs? Do you feel that technology has been an overall help or a hindrance in your efforts to reduce costs? Please explain.
  • Have you experienced any positive changes or epiphanies in your quest to reduce organizational expenses?
  • What ways are you developing to better connect with your funders and customers/members (both agencies and individuals)?
  • In the long run, do you believe that this current period of "belt-tightening" will result in long term changes within your organization, the services you provide and the overall mission of your agency?

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