Partnerships are powerful tools for building better urban park systems, especially when they unite the strengths of public, private, and nonprofit sectors. While navigating these collaborations can be complex, well-managed partnerships have the potential to unlock resources, spark innovation, and achieve goals that no single organization could accomplish alone.
In this dynamic workshop, learn key principles for more effective cross-sector partnerships and hear from park leaders about successes and challenges. You’ll explore core principles of successful collaboration, learn strategies for navigating challenges, and consider steps for your city to strengthen existing partnerships and create new ones.
Make the most of the workshop and get discounted rates by attending with a team of up to four people from within your organization or different organizations in your city.
CEUs
- .275 General CEU
- 2.75 AICP
Photo credit: Portland Parks Foundation
Course Contributors
Emma Klues
Vice President of Communications & Outreach
Great Rivers Greenway, St. Louis
Emma Klues joined Great Rivers Greenway in 2014 and serves as the Vice President of Communications & Outreach. Her team champions communications, marketing, outreach, volunteer management, programs and events – they want everyone to know about the greenways and make sure they are a beloved asset for decades to come.
Susan Jankowski
Greenway Operations Manager
Great Rivers Greenway, St. Louis
Susan Jankowski joined Great Rivers Greenway in 2018 and serves as the Greenway Operations Manager. Her team supports the ongoing operations and maintenance of the greenways by coordinating with the partners in charge of their care, supplementing with staff, vendors, and volunteer efforts to ensure an excellent experience throughout the network.
Justin Schultz
Chief Program Officer
Houston Parks Board
Trent Rondot
Conservation & Maintenance Director
Houston Parks Board
Since 2014, Trent has directed stewardship of the Bayou Greenways system, a 110-mile system of trails and 3,800 greenspace acres. His background includes another 25 years of park project management. He is currently serving a three-year term on the Board of Regents of the Park and Recreation Maintenance Management School.
Lisa Bransten
Director of Partnerships
San Francisco Recreation and Park Department
Course Leader
Diana Colangelo
Assistant Director of Programs
City Parks Alliance
Diana Colangelo joined City Parks Alliance in 2019 and serves as assistant director of programs. Diana manages the Alliance’s virtual programs including workshops, webinars, and peer conversations, elevating innovative ideas and best practices in urban park system management and facilitating opportunities for the Alliance’s members to connect. Diana has also led technical assistance work in cities across the country, helping park leaders find solutions to challenges around governance, community engagement, and cross-sector partnership.
Registration
Use the form below to register for the upcoming workshop. Questions? Contact Diana Colangelo at [email protected].
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Pricing
Individuals:
Member: $60
Non-Member: $95
Teams with an Alliance Member:
Team of 2: $100
Team of 3: $135
Team of 4: $160
Teams with No Alliance Members:
Team of 2: $170
Team of 3: $240
Team of 4: $300
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