Collective Impact is working with faculty members of the University of Tennessee Knoxville, Center for Sustainable Business and Development, Department of Political Science, and Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management to conduct a research project to better understand Appalachian tourism and identify opportunities to grow tourism activities and encourage business development throughout the region. The project is funded through a competitive grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) - a federal economic development agency. The project is the largest and most comprehensive study of tourism ever conducted by the commission, which covers 205,000 square miles across 420 counties in 13 states. Results of the study will help us better understand the state of tourism of the region, new growth areas for tourism in Appalachian communities, and best practices and successful strategies to help the communities succeed. The project will use research, surveys, site visits, and focus groups as part of the research method. The project also will identify communities to use as case studies to illustrate local tourism success stories and best practices for tourism business development.
Collective Impact developed and helped launch CSJ Ministries’ multi-year capacity building initiative – One Rising. One Rising is a capacity building initiative to support sponsored ministries and provide resources in key areas that impact organizational effectiveness. The focus of this work resulted in the development of the initiative framework, including an action plan to improve capacity within the 30 CSJ sponsored Ministries. In addition, Collective Impacts signature Venue Web-Based Outcomes Evaluation module was used to measure the impact of the capacity building efforts and the impact of the ministries in their overall efforts. CSJ Sponsored Ministries are strong and vibrant expressions of unity that provide high quality services which improve lives and transform society for the common good. By committing to excellence in every aspect of their work, CSJ sponsored ministries ensure that they are powerful agents of change and transformation, making a significant, positive impact in the communities they serve.
"Bruce Decker has provided excellent service to Habitat for Humanity of West Virginia for the past 5 years. Bruce has always presented a positive, encouraging, and high-energy attitude with all of our projects. I highly recommended Collective Impact." ~ Lora Pierce – Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of WV, Charleston, WV
Award winning Sir Ken Robinson has presented informative and groundbreaking speeches on Changing Paradigms in Education. The RSA has produced an animated version of highlights of this presentation. Here it is!
