Tabak Nonprofit Strategies

04/19/2021

Strategic Planning on Zoom? It can be done. Just ask the Foundation for Foundation for PM&R:

"The Foundation for Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation very recently worked with Mr. Tabak to facilitate our strategic plan. The pre-planning that he coordinated was very helpful in bringing critical issues into the sessions, which were held by Zoom this year. He was excellent in the difficult process of bringing consensus to the many issues facing our organization, despite the challenges of so doing through the Zoom format. We felt his assistance and guidance greatly facilitated the success of this year’s effort, and would happily do so again."

Bruce E. Becker, MD, MS
President, FPM&R
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02/15/2021

"But, ultimately, the organization that is able to balance its stakeholders’ wants and needs will be better positioned to achieve its mission."
Find your balance today.
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10/13/2020

My Zoom presentation on strategic planning during a time of crisis is now on my website. Check it out and share with your colleagues: https://www.tabaknonprofitstrategies.com/strategic-planning-during-a-crisis.

01/06/2020

The other day someone asked me for my "elevator" pitch. While I dislike the term as people rarely speak in elevators, I replied:

I facilitate productive unpleasant conversations that lead to consensus. Agreeing on how you got here is the first step to getting where you want to go.

So if your organization or business is overdue for a productive unpleasant conversation, give me call.

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12/11/2019

Latest recommendation for Tabak Nonprofit Strategies.

We selected David to guide us through our first-ever strategic plan from a number of potential consultants. David won us over with his practical and thoughtful approach to strategic planning, and he did not disappoint. He took the time to listen to us to learn about our specific needs and generated a thoughtful, specific, and pragmatic strategic plan. He encouraged us to look at the strategic plan as a living plan and roadmap, with regular check-ins to make sure we are on track to implement it.

Jennifer Trock
Chair, American Bar Association Forum on Air & Space Law

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Experienced nonprofit executive offering strategic planning and governance training to nonprofit organizations.

09/25/2019

Latest testimonial plus new website! Let's get better.
"David Tabak was a fantastic facilitator at our strategic planning retreat. David conducted thorough interviews of board members and staff to distill common objectives and areas of conflict. He then skillfully guided our daylong meeting and did a great job managing the big personalities in the room. With David’s assistance, we revised our mission statement to more accurately reflect our values, established clear goals, and identified strategies to succeed into the future. David is thoughtful and professional, and he has the full recommendation of the entire Illinois Economic Policy Institute Board of Directors and staff."

— Frank Manzo IV, Policy Director of the Illinois Economic Policy Institute

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07/23/2019

"Having worked with a number of strategic planners during my many years as Deputy General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, David’s skills exceeded those of some of the largest management companies. He has my highest recommendation for an organization that is serious about strategic planning."

Booking clients for fall. Please let me know how I can help you Do Good Better.

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02/10/2017

Latest review of Tabak Nonprofit Strategies:

"David led our two-day strategic planning meeting. His in-depth understanding of associations and how they function was paramount in directing our members. He gently but firmly kept a group of strong personalities engaged and focused. His leadership and sense of humor helped make what could have been a tedious process seemingly swift and enjoyable. I have already recommended David to my colleagues. He’s terrific!
— Veronica M. Muñoz, Director Section of Litigation American Bar Association"
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09/20/2016

"David did his homework! Rather than the typical boiler-plate presentation about Fundraising 101, David tailored his discussion using data and survey feedback relevant to our organization’s position. His easy-going manner immediately relaxed our board members who were anticipating a tense discussion about fundraising. David kept development concepts simple and clear and left the board in a state of excitement about our future fundraising prospects."

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Thank you Heidi Ruehle-May and my new friends at Pleasant Home Foundation.

Interested in getting your board to embrace their roles as fundraisers? Please contact me!

08/28/2016

"It made the mission statement less of an elevator speech and more of a poem."

What a delightful surprise to read in the playbill for Oak Park Festival Theatre's "The Taming of the Shrew,"

I am so proud of the work we did together and look forward to season 43 in Oak Park and beyond!

06/29/2016

Latest review of Tabak Nonprofit Strategies.

"David facilitated our board retreat. Even with short notice and a remarkable collection of strong personalities, David guided us through a packed agenda with insight and humor. He brings the wisdom of experience, a genuine respect for those engaging in this challenging work, and a willingness to learn from others. My board of high-achievers felt their time with David was well spent; that's priceless."

Leslie Ramyk, Executive Director
Illinois Association of Free & Charitable Clinics

Please let me know how I can help your organization.

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12/22/2015

Tabak Nonprofit Strategies' Holiday Party at Dengeo's. Hope I win the Red Lobster gift certificate.