BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//UST Education - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:UST Education
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://usteducation.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UST Education
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T064542
CREATED:20250722T200749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T130203Z
UID:10000751-1756990800-1756994400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning That Works: Tools You Can Use Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\n \nStrategic planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming — or stuck in the same old format. This hands-on workshop introduces three practical tools that make planning more approachable\, more engaging\, and more effective for associations navigating the copious amounts of change in today’s world. Go beyond SWOT and learn how to anticipate challenges\, spot opportunities\, and shape your organization’s future with confidence. Whether you’re working on a near-term issue or a long-range roadmap\, you’ll walk away with immediately usable frameworks to engage your team and strengthen your organization’s resilience. You’ll get practical experience applying these tools during the session — and leave ready to confidently use them with your board\, staff\, or stakeholders.\n \n \nLearning Objectives:\n\nLearn three practical tools for strategic planning that are more engaging and effective than traditional approaches like SWOT. \nGain hands-on experience applying strategic planning frameworks that can be used immediately with boards\, staff\, or stakeholders. \nDevelop the ability to anticipate challenges and identify opportunities in a rapidly changing environment. \nIncrease confidence in leading strategic planning efforts for both short-term initiatives and long-range goals.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/strategic-planning-that-works-tools-you-can-use-tomorrow/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/99832312124
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lee25.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Lee Gimpel":MAILTO:lee@bettermeetings.expert
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T064542
CREATED:20250815T184649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T133839Z
UID:10000771-1757502000-1757505600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Retrospectives - How to Continuously Improve Your Team
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nTired of retrospectives that feel repetitive or unproductive? In this lively and interactive session\, we’ll reframe retrospectives as a powerful tool for both celebration and improvement. Learn how to highlight and maximize what your team already does well\, while also tackling issues\, avoiding common mistakes\, and fostering real change. We’ll explore a range of engaging retrospective techniques\, discuss how to choose the right one for your team’s needs\, and give you practical tips to keep your retros fresh\, valuable\, and energizing. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nApply retrospectives to celebrate successes and maximize what your team does well \nSelect retrospective methods to address challenges\, avoid common mistakes\, and strengthen team performance \nEvaluate and select a variety of retrospective techniques and understand how to apply them effectively \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE! \n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/retrospectives-how-to-continuously-improve-your-team/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/96943046182
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Culture & Communication,Culture/Communication
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Richard25-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T064542
CREATED:20250425T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T215154Z
UID:10000708-1758027600-1758031200@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Anchored in Wellness: Thriving Amidst the Complexity
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nLife isn’t getting simpler. The demands are real\, the roles we carry are many\, and the pressure to keep it all together rarely lets up. But what if instead of waiting until we break\, we built lives designed to hold us steady—before the storm hits? \nThis keynote is about more than managing burnout—it’s about designing a life that makes space for complexity. Anchored in Wellness invites you to step back from the noise and ask: What am I building beneath me to keep me grounded when things get hard? We’ll explore what it means to cultivate real wellbeing: not as a list of to-dos\, but as a foundation you can return to. You’ll learn how to recognize early signs of strain\, strengthen your support network\, and take intentional steps toward a life that’s sustainable\, connected\, and aligned with your values. \nThis session isn’t focused on organizational wellness policies—it’s about you. But as we build our own wellness anchors\, we naturally create healthier cultures around us. Because how we show up ripples out. When we’re grounded\, we create space for others to thrive too. \nWhether you’re navigating stress\, craving more alignment\, or ready to lead your life with intention\, this keynote is a call to come home to yourself—and build something sturdy enough to anchor you through life’s complexity. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAssess your current wellness foundation by identifying the habits\, mindsets\, and supports that help or hinder your ability to stay grounded during stress and complexity. \nRecognize early signs of misalignment or burnout by learning to interpret physical\, emotional\, and behavioral indicators—before they escalate. \nDevelop a personal wellness strategy by selecting specific\, realistic actions that align with your values and can be integrated into daily life to create long-term sustainability. \nStrengthen your relational and environmental support systems by mapping key connections and intentionally investing in people and spaces that help you stay anchored. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/anchored-in-wellness-thriving-amidst-the-complexity/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94621347620
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Steven25-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Langer":MAILTO:steven@wellbydesign.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T064542
CREATED:20250731T123351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T200041Z
UID:10000759-1758625200-1758628800@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Modern Governance in Action: Strengthening Boards for Today’s Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nStrong board governance is the foundation of nonprofit and association success—but it must evolve to meet current needs. This webinar will explore key governance practices that support transparency\, accountability\, and strategic alignment. We’ll examine core topics such as board size\, term limits\, and the importance of regular Bylaws review\, as well as effective board member training and orientation. \nIn addition\, we’ll address emerging issues facing boards today\, including the implications of artificial intelligence on governance responsibilities and oversight\, and how associations are approaching diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) commitments in a shifting cultural and political landscape. Participants will leave with a practical understanding of how to strengthen board structures while navigating new and complex challenges. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAnalyze the impact of board size and term limits on governance effectiveness and decision-making\, and identify strategies for optimizing these factors. \nDevelop a framework for conducting regular Bylaws reviews to align with organizational needs and evolving legal and practical standards. \nUnderstand the importance of board member training\, orientation\, and the partnership between the board and the executive director in creating a cohesive leadership team. \n\nEvaluate emerging governance considerations related to artificial intelligence and DEI\, and formulate strategies for board engagement and oversight in these evolving areas.\n \n\nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE! \n\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/modern-governance-in-action-strengthening-boards-for-todays-challenges/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/98629079760
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Marketing/Member Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Rich25.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR