NPM Certificate Program

This is the final post in a monthly series (that began September 2023) following Executive Director, Gretchen Benner’s learning in the York County Non-Profit Management Certificate Program - Rock Hill, SC.
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Dr. Melissa K. Carsten, Associate Professor of Management at Appalachian State University, led the final workshop on leadership.This session helped participants set leadership goals for their local organization.  It was reinvigorating to discuss management and governing concepts. We also explored our organization’s mission and how it is impacted by transformational versus transactional leadership.

At PMT, I aspire to lead in the transformational approach as it involves empowerment, supporting individuals and encouraging personal development. Since we are a non-profit organization, my leadership style may impact staff and students, as well as volunteers and board members. A personal takeaway is to support goals that leverage individuals’ strengths in our daily operations. I appreciate board members donating their time and sharing their leadership styles. I’m grateful for this learning program through York County and feel equipped to continue implementing improvements at our non-profit organization!

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Image Description: Katie Goodwin, Director of Weekday Ministries at St. John's United Methodist Church in downtown Rock Hill, SC who serves on PMT's Board of Directors stands beside Gretchen Benner, holding framed certificate.