Leadership Development Programs for Summer Camp: Episode #2
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Sherry Group members Drew Demery and David Sherry interview YMCA Camp Wapsie directors Paul Denowski and Hannah O'Toole about their highly successful teen leadership development program. The conversation covers program design, implementation and many useful insights into how to manage an LIT/CIT program.
A conversation about leading through challening moments-emphasizing mindset, preparation, leadership development, and post-incident reflection as core tools for camp directors.
TSG team members are joined by Sean Gundersen to discuss strategies for recruiting summer camp staff such as relationship-based recruitment, year-round engagement, and creating multiple pipelines including teen leadership programs, international staff, alumni networks, and incentive-driven referrals.
Practical strategies for camp directors to efficiently prepare for summer operations during the busy spring season. This episode focuses on low-hanging fruit solutions for staffing, facilities, supply management, and last-minute camper recruitment.
TSG discusses the importance of collecting real world data to inform decision making for summer camps and non-profits. Everything from retention rates and cost analysis to particpant surveys and donor data are discussed in this education episode. Any camp or organization will benefit.
Sherry Group members, Drew Demery, Glenn Svetnicka and Dave Sherry discuss how to bring a program or activity idea to life. Everything from resources to training and safety are covered in detail by these three seasoned summer camping professionals.
Drew Demery and David Sherry share personal insights into how these events improve professional development, mission advancement, connection and impact.
