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Part I: Strategic Foundations for Change

Webinar Summary

In the first webinar of the Change Readiness Essentials series, Amy Yackowski, Erin MacKenzie, and Tim Jackson explore the crucial role of strategy in driving successful organizational change. This session will equip you with insights and practical tips on creating and communicating a strategic plan that aligns with your organization's goals and engages all stakeholders.

Key Points:

A well-defined strategy, incorporating preplanning, clean data, and automation/AI strategies, is essential to avoid budget overruns and timeline delays.
Collaborative strategy development, involving leaders and employees, ensures buy-in and relevance, supported by clear governance structures.
Setting and measuring success through quantitative and qualitative metrics, including OKRs and KPIs, helps monitor progress.
Aligning leadership with the strategic vision and engaging them regularly ensures focus, consistency, and commitment throughout the change process.

Amy Yackowski

Founder and CEO | Painted Porch Strategies

Amy Yackowski is the Founder and Chief Evolution Officer of Painted Porch Strategies, a stoically-based training and advisory team dedicated to the principle that there is untapped potential and opportunity in your leaders and teams to create meaningful, lasting transformation that sticks. With over 18 years of experience working in and alongside staffing organizations embarking on change, Amy and her amazing team offer training programs, workshops, coaching, and advisory centered on developing change-ready teams who can lead at the speed of change.

Erin MacKenzie

VP, Client Services | Newbury Partners

Erin MacKenzie, Vice President of Client Services at Newbury Partners, is at the helm of client success, known for tailoring cutting-edge solutions that drive substantial business growth and enhance client satisfaction. Erin ensures every strategy is perfectly aligned with clients' most pressing needs. Her approach isn't just about meeting expectations—it's about redefining them. Since entering the staffing industry, Erin has focused on enhancing client engagement through strategic use of technology and thoughtful adoption processes. Under her leadership, the Client Services team delivers exceptional service, ensuring every client investment is fully realized and valued. Erin champions the philosophy that “every client has a voice,” fostering lasting relationships and driving growth through strategic partnerships, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible with each client engagement.

Tim Jackson

Senior Consultant | Newbury Partners

Tim Jackson is a strategy consultant at Newbury Partners, specializing in consulting with executives in the staffing industry to maximize the effectiveness of their teams and technology investments. With over 20 years of experience, Tim focuses on optimizing IT management, streamlining staffing tech stacks, implementing efficient PayBill operations, enhancing sales, marketing, and recruiting processes, and developing Business Intelligence solutions. Throughout his career, he has participated in more than 10 acquisitions as a buyer, seller, or advisor, bringing a wealth of practical insights and expertise to his clients.

Change Readiness Essentials | Part I-IV Series

The Change Readiness Webinar Series is designed to equip you with the tools and insights needed for successful organizational change. This series focuses on the foundational elements of change readiness—strategy, systems, processes, and people—highlighting why it is essential to address these factors from the outset.

Part I: Strategic Foundations for Change | Thursday, September 12 | 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET

Discover the critical role of strategy in driving effective organizational change. This session will offer practical tips and insights on crafting and communicating a strategic plan that aligns with your organization’s goals and engages all stakeholders. Watch On-Demand

Part II: Optimizing Systems for Transformation | Thursday, October 17 | 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET

Understand the vital role systems play in organizational change. Learn how to evaluate and optimize your systems, data, integrations, and customizations. Our experts will provide actionable advice and examples to help you make informed decisions about the technological changes needed for success. Watch On-Demand

Part III: Streamlining Processes for Success | Thursday, November 14 | 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET

Explore how streamlining processes can enhance productivity and efficiency during organizational change. This session will offer strategies for identifying inefficiencies and optimizing workflows, ensuring your processes align with your change initiatives. Watch On-Demand

Part IV: Empowering People for Change | Thursday, December 12 | 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET

Learn how to engage and empower employees at all levels to foster ownership and commitment to change initiatives. This session will provide strategies for addressing resistance, enhancing communication, and building a supportive culture that drives successful change. Watch On-Demand

Don't miss this opportunity to gain crucial insights and practical strategies for navigating organizational change with confidence. By attending the Change Readiness Essentials Webinar Series, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to effectively address strategy, systems, processes, and people—the four pillars of successful change. Register now to ensure you and your organization are prepared to tackle change head-on and drive meaningful transformation. Join us for this comprehensive series and take the first step toward mastering change readiness!