Strategic Planning
2017 - 2020
The 2017-2020 Strategic Plan was developed on the culmination for the association's 50th anniversary. A planning process was facilitated by a Strategic Planning Task Force that analyzed the organization's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats through a review of data gathered from membership needs assessments, event evaluations, and focus groups with key stakeholders. The final, robust plan includes five strategic priorities. CSPA-NYS 2020: A Roadmap to Continued Success was unveiled in October 2017.
2017 - 2020 Strategic Plan
CSPA-NYS 2017-2020 Strategic Plan - Approved for External Distribution (PDF)
Strategic Priority 1: Constituent Engagement
Strategic Goal 1: CSPA-NYS will enhance constituent engagement
Strategic Initiative 1.1: CSPA-NYS will create and disseminate content through its communication channels that advances the Association’s mission and vision
Strategic Initiative 1.2: CSPA-NYS will develop and operationalize a new member recruitment plan
Strategic Initiative 1.3: CSPA-NYS will assess current membership fee structure and benefits
Strategic Initiative 1.4: CSPA-NYS will increase mid-level manager opportunities for professional development and engagement in the Association
Strategic Initiative 1.5: CSPA-NYS will enhance member interaction, satisfaction and engagement
Strategic Priority 2: Association Communication & Identity
Strategic Goal 2: CSPA-NYS will enhance communication practices and increase brand recognition
Strategic Initiative 2.1: CSPA-NYS will assess and enhance communication processes
Strategic Initiative 2.2: CSPA-NYS will maintain and promote a recognizable, professional brand
Strategic Priority 3: Excellence in Professional Development
Strategic Goal 3: CSPA-NYS will become the leading provider of professional development for graduate students, new professionals, and mid-level managers across New York State
Strategic Initiative 3.1: CSPA-NYS will develop an outcomes-driven plan for the development and delivery of intentional professional development offerings
Strategic Initiative 3.2: CSPA-NYS will develop purposeful partnerships that enhance educational opportunities for our members
Strategic Initiative 3.3: CSPA-NYS will become a central resource for professional development and education across New York State
Strategic Priority 4: Diversity and Inclusion
Strategic Goal 4: CSPA-NYS will strive to become a more diverse and inclusive Association with respect to marginalized identities
Strategic Initiative 4.1: CSPA-NYS will define its commitment to diversity and inclusion as an Association
Strategic Initiative 4.2: CSPA-NYS will evaluate all association materials, communications, programs and practices to ensure inclusiveness
Strategic Initiative 4.3: CSPA-NYS will develop and implement inclusive strategic recruitment efforts
Strategic Priority 5: Organizational Excellence
Strategic Goal 5: CSPA-NYS will function with increased intentionality to maximize efficiency
Strategic Initiative 5.1: CSPA-NYS will improve the effectiveness of the E-board, in individual positions and as a unit
Strategic Initiative 5.2: Collect and use data to make informed decisions regarding direction of CSPA-NYS
Strategic Initiative 5.3: Design practices and procedures to ensure responsible financial stewardship
Strategic Initiative 5.4: Enhance the fairness and transparency of the elections and appointments process
Strategic Initiative 5.5: Improve CSPA-NYS’ utilization of technology for overall effectiveness
Strategic Plan Task Force
Members of the Strategic Plan Task Force included:
- Jude Butch, President-Elect and Chair
- Chris Diggs, Past-President
- Ben Fabian, President
- Ray Fedora, Vice President for Membership
- Danielle Lewis, Vice President-Elect for Professional Development
- John Robert O'Connor, Vice President-Elect for Membership
- Ericka Smith-Schubart, Treasurer
- Amy Wilson, Faculty Liaison
For more information on the strategic plan, contact presidents@cspanys.org.
