Engaging Board and Staff to Shape the Future of Early Learning

Client: Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County  

Engagement Type: Stakeholder Engagement  

Situation: 

The Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County sought to strengthen its strategic focus and governance by organizing a board retreat. With a mission centered on advancing early childhood education and ensuring children’s success, the coalition needed a structured and engaging retreat to align its board members on key priorities. The Coalition partnered with TSG Advisors to design, organize, and facilitate this critical event, aiming to foster collaboration, clarify goals, and set actionable strategies for the future. 

Approach: 

TSG Advisors worked closely with leadership to plan a retreat tailored to the coalition’s unique needs and objectives. The process began with a thorough understanding of the organization’s mission, current challenges, and future aspirations. TSG Advisors then developed a retreat agenda designed to balance strategic discussions, collaborative activities, and actionable outcomes. 

Result:  

The retreat successfully fostered alignment and collaboration among Coalition board members, leading to several key outcomes. The board achieved consensus on strategic priorities, including improving early learning access, addressing workforce challenges, and enhancing community partnerships. Additionally, the board identified key policy and advocacy strategies to advance its mission and outlined approaches to strengthen stakeholder engagement, ensuring a more cohesive and impactful effort moving forward.