Managers play one of the most important roles in creating strong teams, consistent programs, and meaningful experiences for youth at BGCP. In this reflective and energizing session, managers will reconnect with the purpose and impact of their role, revisit the BGCP Leadership Competencies, and reflect on how they have grown through this past year’s leadership development series. The focus will be on a common challenge for managers: staying connected to the bigger picture while navigating the day-to-day demands of leading people, solving problems, and supporting quality programs. Managers will leave with a clearer understanding of their leadership impact, a stronger connection to BGCP’s expectations for managers, and a renewed sense of purpose as they step into the year ahead.
Strong safety outcomes depend on clear thinking, efficient decision-making, and shared ownership across all teams. In this interactive session, managers will use a simple, repeatable framework to organize context, identify options, and determine when to act or escalate. The focus is on navigating situations where information is incomplete and the next step isn’t immediately clear. Managers will leave with a practical decision-making structure, stronger confidence in their judgment, and a clearer ability to bring forward thoughtful options that improve both efficiency and safety.