by Jody Oates | Jan 19, 2023 | Strategies for Growth
Executing Strategic Plans Strategic planning is an in-depth process that sets goals and priorities for an organization by assessing current operations, mapping out strategies for success, and measuring the progress and outcomes. At Kaleidoscope, Inc., our team...
by Jody Oates | Sep 26, 2022 | Master Site Planning, Strategies for Growth
Fall Planning Options Many schools are back in session and the summer has begun to wind down. Soon, the leaves will be changing color and the crisp fall air will start creeping in. The end of summer means a delicate balance between missing the sunshine and fun and...
by Jody Oates | Jun 21, 2022 | Strategies for Growth
Recruiting, Retaining and Trusting Your Summer Staff & Volunteers There is nothing like the energy and passion that fills camp when new staff members and volunteers arrive for the season. It is the best time of the year! Their creativity is fresh and plentiful,...
by Jody Oates | May 9, 2022 | Strategies for Growth
Camp Leadership: Gratitude for our Predecessors An important part of Strategic and Master Site Planning is identifying where your camp is in relation to its goals and vision. This process is not meant to judge or place blame, but instead, the assessment is a tool for...
by Jody Oates | Apr 11, 2022 | Strategies for Growth
Soft Skills Camp Leaders Need to Master Camp leaders often gain their roles after years of experience working in various other positions in their organization. They gain knowledge and skills specific to the industry and, sometimes even, their specific site through...
by Jody Oates | Feb 20, 2022 | Strategies for Growth
Three Perspectives of Building a Board Being a board member is an honor and privilege. I recently concluded a term serving on the national ACA. I also advise many camps on developing, training, and nurturing their boards. As I do this work, I see various...
