Longevity. Adaptability. Hybrid vigor.
Long Range Plan
Purpose of a long range plan
The Long-Range Planning Committee provides the association the organizational management and business acumen necessary to coordinate and oversee the development of a three-year Strategic Plan and coordinates its annual updates, including goals, objectives and initiatives. It coordinates, develops, and aligns planning efforts across all organizational elements of the association and is responsible for drafting the final strategic plan. The Committee provides advisory support, formal/informal reports, analysis, and documentation on planned outcomes to assist the Board of Directors assess accomplishments and make decisions to support the association’s stated vision and mission.
Why do we have a long range plan?
The Long-Range Planning Committee guides the organization’s future-oriented strategic decision-making. It maintains a long-term perspective, develops and updates strategic plans aligned with the association’s mission, monitors implementation progress, and recommends adjustments as needs evolve. The Committee also connects long-term priorities with financial planning to support effective resource allocation. Through this work, it helps ensure the organization remains proactive, prepared, and responsive to future challenges and opportunities.
What does this provide?
For SGBI, the strategic plan establishes clear organizational direction by aligning goals, objectives, and actions with the association’s mission and vision. By defining these priorities, the plan supports more efficient use of resources and increases the likelihood of achieving the association’s long-term objectives.
Long Range planning Committee
Chair – John Justiss
Bob Rhodes
Suzanne Fulton
Mark Clay