Workshops

The Community Transformation Workshop is an essential component of the Main Street America Institute. Typically an intensive, interactive three-day experience, the workshop will be filled with educational sessions and exercises aimed to provide participants with advanced tools and strategies to address complex revitalization projects and initiatives through the lens of the refreshed Main Street Approach, with a strong emphasis on Economic Vitality. In 2021, the workshop will be offered virtually over four part days, with specific attention to Main Street recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

The workshop will include instructional sessions led by an expert in the field and include hands-on projects and assignments showcasing communities implementing strategic approaches to Main Street revitalization. Emphasizing the importance of partnerships and collaboration, this format provides a learning environment that draws upon the experience and expertise of both the instructors and the participants. Case studies and networking activities will be offered to enhance the participants’ overall learning experience.

Interested in learning more? Read a recap the 2019 Community Transformation Workshop here.

AICP members can earn Certification Maintenance (CM) credits for this activity. More information about AICP’s CM program can be found at www.planning.org/cm.

Registration opens soon!

The Leadership Development Workshop, an essential component of the Main Street America Institute, will be held virtually in 2020-2021. Typically offered as an intensive two-day experience, content will be organized in 4 interactive modules over a month. The Leadership Development Workshop is aimed at empowering revitalization professionals with tools and strategies to connect, motivate, and lead people effectively.

Led by expert leadership coach and facilitator Patricia Clason, the workshop’s focus on emotional and conversational intelligence will enrich participants’ knowledge base, strengthen their personal and interpersonal skills, and elevate their position as successful revitalization leaders. Whether navigating board conflicts or creating accountability with volunteers, participants will walk away with action plans to elevate their leadership approach. Additional networking activities will provide opportunities throughout the program to build a strong and supporting network with other revitalization professionals from across the country.

AICP members can earn Certification Maintenance (CM) credits for this activity. For more information, email msai@savingplaces.org. Information about AICP’s CM program can be found at www.planning.org/cm.

Registration opens soon!