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SUMMARY:Executive Leadership Council & Workforce Summit
DESCRIPTION:Executive Leadership Council\nWhy\nLeading an agency focused on early education\, human services\, or community action has never been more complex. Regardless of the type of organization—whether it’s a community non-profit\, school system\, public agency\, or national non-profit—Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)\, Executive Directors\, and those responsible for the long-term sustainability of their organizations face significant regulatory and financial uncertainties. The Executive Leadership Council serves as a crucial network during these challenging times. \nWho\nThis network is designed to facilitate the sharing and discussion of information from credible sources\, stakeholder insights\, and effective practices. Each agency in Head Start WEST has its own unique systems. In this collaborative space\, we welcome Chief Executive Officers\, Executive Directors\, Chief Financial Officers\, Chief Operating Officers\, Superintendents\, and similar agency leaders. Head Start directors are also encouraged to attend along with their agency’s executive leadership. \n\nWorkforce Summit\nWhy\nEarly childhood programs\, including Head Start and Early Head Start\, are navigating a period of significant complexity. Workforce shortages\, leadership turnover\, increased compliance expectations\, and ongoing recovery from community and environmental disruptions are placing unprecedented strain on systems and staff. \nAt the same time\, expectations for high-quality services and accountability continue to grow. \nHead Start WEST’s Workforce Summit creates a critical space to respond to these challenges together. It helps align efforts across states\, elevate proven strategies\, and strengthen systems that support both staff wellbeing and program effectiveness. \nBy bringing the region together\, this summit moves beyond isolated solutions and builds a shared path forward rooted in resilience\, collaboration\, and long-term sustainability. \nWho\nThe summit is designed for professionals and partners directly shaping and supporting the early childhood workforce. This includes Head Start and Early Head Start executive leaders and directors\, human resources and workforce specialists\, fiscal leaders\, program administrators\, education and family services leaders\, as well as managers\, supervisors\, and emerging leaders. State Collaboration Office staff\, state associations\, regional partners\, and workforce development\, higher education\, and policy partners will also benefit. Anyone responsible for leading systems\, managing teams\, or building partnerships will find relevant insights\, practical strategies\, and valuable connections to strengthen their work.
URL:https://www.headstartwest.org/event/executive-leadership-council-workforce-summit/
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SUMMARY:The Fiscal Network Session 4
DESCRIPTION:Session 4: Internal Controls- Safeguarding Federal Funds | August 26\, 2026 1:30-3:00pm PST \n\nThis session focuses on the core components of effective internal controls\, including segregation of duties\, approval processes\, and documentation standards. Participants will explore strategies for preventing\, detecting\, and responding to fiscal risk through practical examples and peer discussion.
URL:https://www.headstartwest.org/event/the-fiscal-network-session-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Head Start WEST":MAILTO:headstartr9@headstartwest.org
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SUMMARY:Directors Exchange Network 9/16
DESCRIPTION:September 16th 1:00pm – Zoom Link Here \nThe Directors Exchange meetings are designed to create a space for executive directors\, directors\, and deputy directors to regularly connect\, learn new skills\, and strategize over effective practices to advance their programs. Directors Exchange meetings will consist of three meetings per year. \nThe goal of the Directors Exchange meetings is to nurture relationships among new and experienced directors\, create a safe and collaborative environment for professional growth\, and gain strategies to build high-impact organizations. In addition\, these meetings will allow participants the opportunity to tour other agencies\, meet with selected trainers and nurture professional friendship in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. \nFacilitated by Cynthia Yao\, these sessions take place every other month.
URL:https://www.headstartwest.org/event/den6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Directors Exchange
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SUMMARY:2026 ELEVATE Conference
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URL:https://www.headstartwest.org/event/26elevate/
LOCATION:Hilton Waikoloa Village\, 69-425 Waikōloa Beach Dr\, Waikoloa Village\, HI\, 96738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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SUMMARY:Directors Exchange Network 11/18
DESCRIPTION:November 18th 1:00pm – Zoom Link Here \nThe Directors Exchange meetings are designed to create a space for executive directors\, directors\, and deputy directors to regularly connect\, learn new skills\, and strategize over effective practices to advance their programs. Directors Exchange meetings will consist of three meetings per year. \nThe goal of the Directors Exchange meetings is to nurture relationships among new and experienced directors\, create a safe and collaborative environment for professional growth\, and gain strategies to build high-impact organizations. In addition\, these meetings will allow participants the opportunity to tour other agencies\, meet with selected trainers and nurture professional friendship in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. \nFacilitated by Cynthia Yao\, these sessions take place every other month.
URL:https://www.headstartwest.org/event/den7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Directors Exchange
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ORGANIZER;CN="Head Start WEST":MAILTO:headstartr9@headstartwest.org
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SUMMARY:NHSA Parent and Family Engagement Conference
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URL:https://www.headstartwest.org/event/nhsa-parent-and-family-engagement-conference-3/
LOCATION:Nashville\, TN
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SUMMARY:NHSA Parent and Family Engagement Conference
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URL:https://www.headstartwest.org/event/nhsa-parent-and-family-engagement-conference-4/
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