In today’s rapidly evolving nonprofit faith-based landscape, affiliations, acquisitions, and mergers are becoming more common. Most organizations are navigating complex operational pressures and market disruptions as they seek a path to financial sustainability.  Current disruptions include continued workforce challenges, economic shifts, technological advancements, value-based reimbursement, and other revenue-based difficulties. Additionally, the demands and expectations of those being served, their families, donors, and other stakeholders are changing.  Finding a path to sustainability, to not just survive but to thrive is a top priority for boards and executive leaders.

This webinar will explore the rising trends of affiliations, mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships providing a comprehensive understanding of the factors driving this movement. A panel of presenters will share examples and discuss the strategic reasons behind their organizations’ decisions to pursue these options. They will offer insights and recommendations, emphasizing the importance for executive leaders and boards to recognize the opportunities these trends present for positively positioning their organizations for the future.

Key takeaways:

• Gain an understanding of the trends and strategic reasons for the increase in nonprofit affiliations, mergers, and partnerships and why organizations are choosing this direction.
• Consider examples from MHS Association member CEOs on their experiences; successful outcomes, lessons learned, and practical advice for consideration.
• Learn how proactive organizational positioning, understanding competitive positioning, and your organization’s ability to navigate the future are critical steps to take now.
• Understand why you want your organization to be in the driver’s seat and not the back seat! Preserving and protecting your mission requires active consideration of the best strategy for sustainability.