The 2025–2026 NYSRPS Leadership Summit is designed to provide board members with a focused, supportive, and collaborative space to strengthen governance, align on strategy, and prepare for the year ahead. Board members can expect a blend of advocacy, professional facilitation, and NYSRPS-specific working sessions that clarify board roles and responsibilities, reinforce fiduciary and governance best practices, and advance strategic planning and organizational priorities. The Summit balances learning with meaningful discussion, offering opportunities to engage in statewide advocacy, connect with fellow board members, and contribute thoughtfully to decisions shaping the future of the Society—all in a comfortable, relationship-centered environment.

Facilitated Board Development
Board members will take part in professionally facilitated sessions led by the New York Council of Nonprofits (NYCON). These sessions focus on: Board roles and responsibilities, governance best practices, fiduciary and financial oversight, strategic planning, and implementation

These conversations are designed to strengthen confidence, clarity, and alignment across the board—not to put anyone on the spot. Experience levels may vary, and all perspectives are welcome.

NYSRPS Strategic & Organizational Conversations
Dedicated time is built in for NYSRPS-specific discussions, including: Board structure, bylaws, and roles, strategic plan alignment and next steps, membership growth, programs, and events, the future of the Leadership Summit, and board orientation

This is a working Summit, but one rooted in collaboration and shared ownership of the organization’s direction.

Additional Information
Meals are provided, the schedule allows for breaks, and the dress code is intentionally relaxed. Please let us know if you need additional hotel rooms. The goal is to create an environment where board members can be fully present, engaged, and comfortable contributing.