Organizational Capacity & Professional Development
Here you will find resources for maximizing your organization’s potential both operationally and strategically
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RDO Organizational Data Profiles
Over the past year, the NADO Research Foundation has been compiling data on regional development organizations (RDOs) around the country and how they fit between the strata of state and local government. Through our research we have developed a series...
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Executive Director Learning Lab
In August 2010, NADO held an executive director’s learning lab as part of our Annual Training Conference. The purpose of the session was to take an inward look at how executive directors can better set, manage and achieve the...
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Resource Library and RPO Models
The Resource Library provides a clearinghouse of rural and small metro transportation planning tools and guidebooks developed by NADO, federal agencies, and other national and regional transportation organizations. Find reports on a variety of topics, including transportation and economic development,...
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Organizational Capacity
Running an organization requires leadership and strategic foresight. At a more basic level, it requires an understanding of employee morale, financial statements and how to market your organization to stakeholders. Below you will find resources for maximizing your organization’s potential...
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State Associations
Statewide associations play an important role in strengthening the organizational capacity of the nation’s regional councils and regional development organizations. This section contains information about state associations, samples of statewide impact reports and other resource materials. State Associations of Regional...
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RDO Operations
Rather than re-invent operating manuals and documents, NADO members can tap into examples from their peers that can be replicated to meet their organization’s unique and specific needs. This section contains actual documents from regional councils around the nation. If...
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NADO Grassroots Guide
The NADO publication, “All Politics Is Local: A Guide to Grassroots Action” features sections on communicating with members of Congress, using the media to influence policy and understanding the different roles of congressional staff. It highlights key points in the...