Risk Management: An Ounce of Prevention!

CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management               

Description: Risk is a word we like to avoid in the prevention world. We are doers and givers, and we believe there are good things we can do to make a positive difference in our communities. We are multi-taskers and have far too many balls in the air to think about risk on a daily basis. The reality is that risk must be understood and be considered proactively in order to mitigate the numerous threats and opportunities that your organization is facing. Tips for effective risk management will provide your organization with the tools and knowledge to create a solid foundation for your risk management plan. In the end, implementing these effective risk management strategies will protect you, your organization, your employees, and the vital prevention services you provide to individuals and communities!

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the most frequent Human Resources lawsuits
• Describe the 5 stages of risk management
• Explain a minimum of 2 best practices for applying effective risk management within your prevention organization

Presenter: Ericka Harney PhD, CAE, CFRE, GPC, CVA
Dr. Ericka Harney has over 21 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and strategic planning. She is responsible for successful fundraising and grant awards of over $35 million. She has educated thousands, served as a federal grant reviewer, co-founded a social enterprise, and was an executive director. At Harney & Associates, Ericka serves a variety of clients around the country. She is also a National Trainer for Grant Writing USA and an Assistant Professor at Future Generations University. Ericka is a Certified Association Executive (CAE), Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), a Grant Professional Certified (GPC), and a Certified Volunteer Administrator (CVA). Her Ph.D. is in Organizational Leadership concentrating on Nonprofit Leadership from Eastern University. She received her Master of Arts in Communication from the University of Kentucky, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Bachelor of Science in Communication.