The Napa Group’s education practice fosters new thinking and new behaviors, balances mission and market and reengineers universities, alumni associations, fundraising organizations and schools to meet 21st century demands.
The most successful institutions will think strategically and act comprehensively through planning, staffing and activities aimed at innovation and impact. With extensive experience in public and private institutions, The Napa Group’s systematic strategic planning approach creates a roadmap for the future while it builds community and strengthens support for critical institutional priorities.We are not steeped in old ways of thinking nor do we use off-the-shelf templates. Our customized approach for each institution is informed by the organization’s own culture and strategic opportunities. We embrace data acquisition and analysis, evaluate market trends and constituent perspectives, provide counsel on workforce redesign and technology advancements and address governance and resource models (people and financial) for ensuring optimal success.
Our experience has proven that carefully constructed and inclusive planning processes can lead to unifying opportunities and prudent transitions for any enterprise. With solid internal alignment, transparency and communication, strategic planning activities not only identify short- and long-term initiatives but also more clearly define roles, responsibilities, outcomes and ROI that will advance institutional goals.
