Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | October 2025 | Nashville, TN

Monday, October 27, 2025 — Wednesday, October 29, 2025
10/27/25 4:30 PM 10/29/25 12:00 PM America/Chicago Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | October 2025 | Nashville, TN Synopsis We can’t lead strategic organizations until we understand what it means to have strategic leadership. This training retreat builds up the leaders of our Christian schools. What is leadership? What does it mean to lead an organization toward a common goal? What are the common pitfalls and barriers to mission advancement? How do we manage our people, time, and resources more effectively given budget constraints and everyday tasks that must get done? At this training, you will learn the fundamentals of what it means to lead and how that differs from management. You will learn the core aspects of rallying a team that must be in place before we create effective systems and strategic plans. We will overview the strategic plan process after exploring what must exist before a plan can be created. On an invitation-only basis, leaders will be invited to a post-training virtual coaching cohort for organizations of your size to walk through the initial strategic planning phase. Who’s It For? We strongly encourage each organization to bring at least two leaders to this training. Ideal participants include the Head of School, board members, aspiring leaders, and other executive leadership team members. This training would also be a great professional development tool for new heads of schools or teachers and admin. team with leadership potential. Schedule Day 1: 4:30pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:30pm start  Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own  Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early  HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center 400 Commerce Street, Nashville, TN 37219 United States Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | October 2025 | Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com false MM/DD/YYYY

HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center

400 Commerce Street
Nashville, TN 37219 United States

http://www.herzogfoundation.connect.space

Synopsis

We can’t lead strategic organizations until we understand what it means to have strategic leadership. This training retreat builds up the leaders of our Christian schools. What is leadership? What does it mean to lead an organization toward a common goal? What are the common pitfalls and barriers to mission advancement? How do we manage our people, time, and resources more effectively given budget constraints and everyday tasks that must get done?

At this training, you will learn the fundamentals of what it means to lead and how that differs from management. You will learn the core aspects of rallying a team that must be in place before we create effective systems and strategic plans. We will overview the strategic plan process after exploring what must exist before a plan can be created. On an invitation-only basis, leaders will be invited to a post-training virtual coaching cohort for organizations of your size to walk through the initial strategic planning phase.

Who’s It For?

We strongly encourage each organization to bring at least two leaders to this training. Ideal participants include the Head of School, board members, aspiring leaders, and other executive leadership team members. This training would also be a great professional development tool for new heads of schools or teachers and admin. team with leadership potential.

Schedule

Day 1: 4:30pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:30pm start

Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own

Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early

Event Contact: Herzog Foundation Institute
training@herzogfoundation.com

Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | October 2025 | Nashville, TN

Monday, October 27, 2025, 4:30 PM — Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 12:00 PM CDT

10/27/25 4:30 PM 10/29/25 12:00 PM America/Chicago Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | October 2025 | Nashville, TN Synopsis We can’t lead strategic organizations until we understand what it means to have strategic leadership. This training retreat builds up the leaders of our Christian schools. What is leadership? What does it mean to lead an organization toward a common goal? What are the common pitfalls and barriers to mission advancement? How do we manage our people, time, and resources more effectively given budget constraints and everyday tasks that must get done? At this training, you will learn the fundamentals of what it means to lead and how that differs from management. You will learn the core aspects of rallying a team that must be in place before we create effective systems and strategic plans. We will overview the strategic plan process after exploring what must exist before a plan can be created. On an invitation-only basis, leaders will be invited to a post-training virtual coaching cohort for organizations of your size to walk through the initial strategic planning phase. Who’s It For? We strongly encourage each organization to bring at least two leaders to this training. Ideal participants include the Head of School, board members, aspiring leaders, and other executive leadership team members. This training would also be a great professional development tool for new heads of schools or teachers and admin. team with leadership potential. Schedule Day 1: 4:30pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:30pm start  Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own  Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early  HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center 400 Commerce Street, Nashville, TN 37219 United States Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | October 2025 | Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com false MM/DD/YYYY

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All guests are required to attend the training in full including all sessions, activities, breaks, and group meals.

Breaks and snacks will be provided at various times during the session blocks. During group meals, food options will be available to accommodate select dietary restrictions such as gluten-free and vegetarian. Please plan accordingly for other dietary restrictions or preferences.

Agenda is subject to change.

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	10/27/25 4:00 PM 10/27/25 4:00 PM America/Chicago Arrival Information & Hotel Check In View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29810 <br/> You will be notified which hotel you will be staying in.<br> <br> Check in at Noelle starts at 4:00pm.<br> <br> Parking will be available via valet at Noelle for $60 / night at your own expense. Or, please view other options <a href="https://nashvilledowntown.com/get-around/nashville-parking" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br> <br> You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days.<br> <br> The event be... Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:00 PM Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Arrival Information & Hotel Check In You will be notified which hotel you will be staying in. Check in at Noelle starts at 4:00pm. Parking will be available via valet at Noelle for $60 / night at your own expense. Or, please view other options HERE. You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days. The event begins at 4:30pm. Please check in or leave your bags with the front desk to ensure on-time arrival to the event. Airport Suggestions: BNA - 8.6 miles Less Info
	10/27/25 4:20 PM 10/27/25 4:20 PM America/Chicago Walk to Training View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29811 <br/> Be at Spark by 4:30pm HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:20 PM HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Walk to Training Be at Spark by 4:30pm Less Info
	10/27/25 4:30 PM 10/27/25 7:15 PM America/Chicago Event Begins: Opening Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29812 <br/> Registration<br> Welcome from HF<br> Meet your Coaches<br> What it means to be a strategic organization<br> The role of the leader in Christian education HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:30 - 7:15 PM HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Event Begins: Opening Sessions Registration Welcome from HF Meet your Coaches What it means to be a strategic organization The role of the leader in Christian education Less Info
	10/27/25 7:15 PM 10/27/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Connection: Dinner Together View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29813 <br/> Connect with your peers over dinner! HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 7:15 - 8:00 PM HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Connection: Dinner Together Connect with your peers over dinner! Less Info
	10/27/25 8:00 PM 10/27/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Walk to Hotel View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29814 <br/> Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 8:00 PM Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Walk to Hotel

	10/27/25 4:00 PM 10/27/25 4:00 PM America/Chicago Arrival Information & Hotel Check In View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29810 <br/> You will be notified which hotel you will be staying in.<br> <br> Check in at Noelle starts at 4:00pm.<br> <br> Parking will be available via valet at Noelle for $60 / night at your own expense. Or, please view other options <a href="https://nashvilledowntown.com/get-around/nashville-parking" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br> <br> You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days.<br> <br> The event be... Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:00 PM Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Arrival Information & Hotel Check In You will be notified which hotel you will be staying in. Check in at Noelle starts at 4:00pm. Parking will be available via valet at Noelle for $60 / night at your own expense. Or, please view other options HERE. You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days. The event begins at 4:30pm. Please check in or leave your bags with the front desk to ensure on-time arrival to the event. Airport Suggestions: BNA - 8.6 miles Less Info
	10/27/25 4:20 PM 10/27/25 4:20 PM America/Chicago Walk to Training View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29811 <br/> Be at Spark by 4:30pm HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:20 PM HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Walk to Training Be at Spark by 4:30pm Less Info
	10/27/25 4:30 PM 10/27/25 7:15 PM America/Chicago Event Begins: Opening Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29812 <br/> Registration<br> Welcome from HF<br> Meet your Coaches<br> What it means to be a strategic organization<br> The role of the leader in Christian education HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:30 - 7:15 PM HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Event Begins: Opening Sessions Registration Welcome from HF Meet your Coaches What it means to be a strategic organization The role of the leader in Christian education Less Info
	10/27/25 7:15 PM 10/27/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Connection: Dinner Together View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29813 <br/> Connect with your peers over dinner! HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 7:15 - 8:00 PM HFNashville Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Connection: Dinner Together Connect with your peers over dinner! Less Info
	10/27/25 8:00 PM 10/27/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Walk to Hotel View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-october-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-10-27#session_row_29814 <br/> Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| October 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 8:00 PM Noelle \| 200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 Walk to Hotel