Participants take a brief personality style profile and learn about their type as well as other peoples’ types. Each personality type is explored- the positives and potential challenges of those types-noting that each personality style is awesome. (Entry Level)
Working with folks with same, similar, and/or quite different styles is discussed, as well as ways to better work with all personality types. (Entry Level)
Join grant reviews and practitioners to learn what they look for in grant proposals. Panelists will cover common mistakes seen, what makes a strong, persuasive proposal, and tips for building strong narratives. (Intermediate Level) (Combined with Education, Communication & Outreach track)
Working with legislators and other elected officials is not a one-time experience. It requiresongoing outreach and engagement to build strong, lasting relationships. This session will focus on strategies for working with your elected officials to keep them interested and engaged in your district’s top priorities. We’ll discuss strategies for building relationships, crafting your message, hosting tours, and building regular engagement with elected officials into your work as a district.(Expert Level)
Join us for a panel discussion about digital accessibility and the new requirements for conservation districts that will start April 2027. During this session we will discuss the “why” behind these updates and aim to answer questions from districts and provide resources to help districts to help foster their accessibility work at home. Paige DeChambeau, SCC’s communications director will MC the event. Please send any questions you would like the panel to discuss to her at [email protected]. (General Audience)
This session will focus on how increasing your emotional intelligence can help build healthy relationships and make you a better leader. This session will provide an overivew of four core competencies and how you can develop these: *Self-awareness and reflection *Self-management and intentional response *Social awareness and empathy *Relationship management (Intermediate Level)
