Mergers, Medications, and Mental Health - Exploring Diverse Scenarios - Camp Ahead #3

Dec 18, 2024

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Exploring Diverse Scenarios for the Future of Summer Camps | Camp Ahead

In this episode of Camp Ahead, hosts Joe, Jess, and KJ put their scenario planning skills to the test as they discuss diverse future scenarios related to organizational mergers, technology, and mental health, exemplifying the need for camp professionals to be prepared for various possible futures. Along the way you’ll hear some great tips on the benefits of being transparent, intentional and innovative in navigating your current uncertainties to set yourself up for success in the future.

Tune in to explore imaginative and strategic approaches to ensure the resilience and success of your camp.

01:40 Developing Diverse Scenarios
02:53 Exploring Scenario Planning
04:50 The Role of AI in Scenario Planning
06:41 Mental Health and Medication Scenarios
07:01 Technology Failures and Camp Operations
19:27 Stakeholders and Decision Making
33:24 Embracing Change: Overcoming Resistance
37:48 Scenario Planning: Best, Worst, and Wild Card Cases
40:04 Camp Merger Scenario: Challenges and Opportunities

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Jess Elfring-Roberts - Executive Director, Episcopal Camps & Conference Centers

Joe Richards - Executive Director, Pearce Williams Summer Camp and Retreat Facility

KJ Williams - Camp Director, Phantom Lake YMCA Camp

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