Mastering Strategic Planning: From Mission to Implementation
Leadership Strategies - 2026 Webinars
01:02:58
Strategic plans don't fail because of bad intentions—they fail because they never make the leap from planning to execution.
As organizations enter planning season, leaders face a familiar challenge: creating a strategy that not only inspires stakeholders but also drives measurable results long after the planning retreat ends.
Join Stu Smith, Core Team Facilitator with Leadership Strategies, for this practical session on building strategic plans that create alignment, establish accountability, and lead to successful implementation.
With more than 30 years of facilitation experience, Stu has led and supported strategic initiatives across corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations, including more than 30 strategic planning sessions. Drawing on that experience and Leadership Strategies’ proven strategic planning methodology, he’ll share practical approaches for moving from mission and vision to meaningful action.
What You'll Learn
In this session, you'll discover:
- How to create mission and vision statements that inspire commitment and organizational alignment
- The key components of an effective strategic planning process
- How to develop meaningful KPIs and success measures that leadership teams support
- Techniques for building accountability and implementation into your planning process
- How to identify gaps in your current planning approach using the Strategic Planning Readiness Assessment
Who Should Attend
This webinar is ideal for:
- Executive directors and CEOs
- Board chairs and board members
- Senior leadership teams
- Strategic planning committee members
- Organizational leaders preparing for strategic planning initiatives
What You Get
✓ 60 minutes of strategic planning instruction
✓ Free chapter of The Executive Guide to Facilitating Strategy
✓ Proven planning frameworks and implementation tools
✓ Live Q&A
✓ Access to the session recording
Move beyond creating a plan. Learn how to build a strategy your organization can align around, act on, and carry through implementation.
Speakers
Stuart (Stu) Smith
Core Team Facilitator @ Leadership Strategies
Stu is an experienced facilitator and strategic planning professional with more than 30 years of facilitation experience. He has led and supported strategic initiatives across corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations, including more than 30 strategic planning sessions. Known for his engaging, process-driven approach, Stu helps groups navigate complex issues, build alignment, and turn ideas into clear, actionable plans.
Raheem Jackson
Client Executive @ Leadership Strategies
Meet Client Executive, Raheem "Heem" Jackson, who is passionate about helping teams solve real problems through the power of skilled facilitation. With over 18 years of sales experience, Heem brings deep expertise in managing major accounts and driving strategic growth. Known for his ability to build strong client relationships, Heem specializes in consultative selling, digital transformation, and workforce optimization. Heem holds advanced certifications in technical sales and has a strong track record of delivering results in complex, fast-paced environments. By focusing on helping organizations and leaders unlock their full potential, Heem connects businesses with world-class facilitation and leadership development solutions.
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