VRE Training Solutions

02/09/2025

On Feb. 26th Kizz Space is hosting a Business Expo!

Register Below 👇🏽

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-to-business-expo-tickets-1200519549289

12/21/2024

We are excited to collaborate w/BNI Synergy to sponsor the NonProfit Networking Cafe' 🥊Impact Story Nights Series🥊

We will be holding a Happy Hour event and Nonprofit Leaders are invited to join us to share their personal stories of how their organizations benefit the community.

🥊Impact Story Night🥊

📍: The Nett Bar Shady Acres 1717 W. 22nd St. Houston, TX 77008

🗓 1/23/25 (Thursday).

⏲️: 5pm-7pm

SAVE THE DATE

Inspirational Quote: "Everyone has a story to tell. Make yours worth listening to." - Unknown

https://eeglobally.org/

Register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1114987520689?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/15/2024

SAVE THE DATE!

We are excited to host The Nonprofit Networking Cafe's "
Impact Story Nights" series, sponsored by VRE Training Solutions and BNI Synergy.

We will be holding a Happy Hour event and Nonprofit Leaders are invited to join us to share their personal stories of how their organizations benefit the community.

Our "Impact Story Night" will be held at The Nett Bar in Houston in Shady Acres 1717 W. 22nd St. Houston, TX 77008 at 5pm-7pm ON 1/23/25 (Thursday).

SAVE THE DATE

Inspirational Quote: "Everyone has a story to tell. Make yours worth listening to." - Unknown

12/04/2024

LEADERS NETWORK!

📣Ten Tips for Success at a Networking Mixer📣

1. Keep Your Networking Tools with You at All Times.
2. Before the Event, Set Your Goal for the Number of People You Will Meet.
3. Act Like a Host, Not a Guest.
4. Listen and Ask Questions.
5. Don’t Try to Close a Deal.
6. Give Referrals When Possible.
7. Exchange Business Cards.
8. Manage Your Time Efficiently.
9. Write Notes on the Back of Business Cards You Collect.
10. Follow up!

Small Business Owners, Sales & Marketing Managers are welcome!

Come to our Networking Mixer this Thursday, December 5th at 3pm-4:30pm

Register using link below:
https://bni.app/bc20416

12/03/2024

🥁Attention Leaders 🥁

The most valuable thing I ever did in my career was to seek development. What I learned on my journey was that you are blessed if someone offers you development but don't expect it. Development is something you must seek for yourself.

As a leader, it is critical that you determine the kind of leader you desire to be. How do you want to serve your team? How do you want to serve your community? What characteristics do you want to exhibit?

I love to learn. Learning excites me and even more than learning, sharing what I've learned with others is a delight.

I started VRE Training Solutions to share ALL the lessons I've learned through seeking development.

Strong leadership is the cornerstone of thriving communities. Our new leadership development programs at VRE Training Solutions equip leaders with the skills to drive positive change.

We partner with organizations to develop the next generation of community leaders by focusing on building skills in strategic planning, team management, and ethical leadership, all grounded in principles of financial literacy (a partnership with EEGlobally.org) and sustainability.

If you are seeking leadership development to grow your career, business or nonprofit, here are 5 things to consider...

5 Things You Need to Know About Seeking Leadership Development:

1. Self-Awareness is Key: Understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and leadership style is the foundation of effective leadership development. Self-reflection and seeking feedback from others can help you identify areas for improvement.

2. Continuous Learning: Leadership is not a one-time achievement but a continuous journey. Stay curious, seek out new knowledge, and be open to learning from a variety of sources, including books, workshops, mentors, and real-life experiences.

3. Emotional Intelligence Matters: Effective leaders are emotionally intelligent. This means they are self-aware, able to manage their emotions, empathetic, and good at managing relationships. Developing your emotional intelligence can significantly enhance your leadership abilities.

4. Networking is Crucial: Building a strong network of professional relationships can provide you with valuable insights, support, and opportunities. Engage with other leaders, join professional organizations, and participate in industry events to expand your network.

5. Practical Experience is Essential: Theory and training are important, but nothing beats hands-on experience. Look for opportunities to take on leadership roles, even in small projects or volunteer activities. Real-world experience will help you apply what you've learned and develop your skills.

Leadership development is an ongoing process, and staying committed to growth will pay off in the long run!

♻️♻️♻️Share with an EMERGING LEADER!

11/02/2024

Many nonprofit organizations are looking exclusively for grants to support their missions.

At VRE Training Solutions we've helped our clients develop fundraising mixes, so the loss of one income stream will NOT cause the organization to close its doors or shut down a much needed community program.

We help reduce risks.
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A forprofit has a marketing mix that determines the segmentation of income based on product/services sells.

A nonprofit needs a fundraising mix that determine donations based on programming.

Nonprofit Leaders, below are some things to consider in your mix (approach each based on your organization's capacity & structure)

1. Grants (Corporation, Foundations, Local, State & Federal Government)
Special Note: Partnerships increase your impact- Build Relationships)

2. Sponsorships (Corporate, Local Small Businesses - Construction, Financial, Health, Insurance, Real Estate, & Technology Industries and more).

3. Fundraisers (Crowdfunding, Events, Partnering w/Local Businesses - just to name a few.)

4. Individual Donations (monthly, quarterly annual) - Build Relationships!
Special Note: If they are W2 earners ask if their company has a match program)

5. Corporate Donations
(Kroger, Walmart, Car Dealerships, Healthcare)

6. Stock Donations & Investment Options (talk to a accountant or financial advisor)

7. Bequeaths Build a relationship with a wealthy benefactor that deeply supports your mission and ask them to invest in the legacy of themselves and your organization by leaving the bequeathing assets (land, money, property, stocks, etc.)

🎯Bonus #1: Sell a product/service.

🎯Bonus #2: An internship & volunteer program helps subsidize labor costs.

The above are things to strongly consider when creating your fundraising mix. Building relationships and developing a board that helps you achieve executing the above mentioned is ideal!

Which fundraising component do you need to invest in developing?

Tag a Nonprofit Organization that needs to read this!

Tag a nonprofit leaders or organization that needs to read this post.

If you want to learn more let's connect

https://bit.ly/connectwithVRE

11/01/2024

11/01/2024

11/01/2024

Get ready for MORE fun for the whole family! Every second Saturday of the month, our community centers will open for programming. So, if you're looking for fun activities with your kids or a chance to connect with your neighbors, join us at your nearest community center. See you next weekend!

11/01/2024

Happy National Author's Day!

📚📚To all of my courageous colleagues and friends, thank you for informing & inspiring📚📚