Are you planning to join us in Washington, DC for the 2025 Cooperative IMPACT Conference? Consider arriving a day early to take advantage of this year’s pre-conference course on aligning business practices with the co-op identity presented by the International Centre for Co-operative Management at Saint Mary’s University.
We’ll kick off the week on Tuesday, October 7 with “The Business Advantage of Cooperative Values – Aligning Practice with the Cooperative Identity,” hosted by National Cooperative Bank at 2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 800, Arlington, VA 22202. Designed for seasoned decision-makers and emerging leaders alike from all co-op sectors, this course will build your understanding of how being a deeply values-aligned cooperative sets you apart from other organizations. You’ll gain a toolkit of best practices, a new network of colleagues and a deeper understanding of why and how our shared values are central to successful cooperatives an a stronger sector.
This year’s course is available for $350 as an additional ticket when you register for IMPACT 2025. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now!
Course objectives
- Identify and articulate the significance of cooperative values in driving organizational differentiation
- Assess the business advantages of operationalizing cooperative values
- Evaluate real-world examples of values-based cooperative principles
- Determine the actions required to integrate cooperative values within your organizational context more deeply
About the International Centre for Co-operative Management
Located in the Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Canada, the International Centre for Co-operative Management exists to elevate the global cooperative sector through education, research and knowledge dissemination. If you have questions about this year’s pre-IMPACT course, email cme@smu.ca.