Building & Retaining Impactful Teams
Behind every successful TRIO program is a strong, motivated, and collaborative team. This in-person training, hosted by the Council for Opportunity in Education, focuses on the essential skills and strategies directors and staff need to build, lead, and retain teams that deliver lasting impact.Participants will explore the fundamentals of leadership and team-based work, engage in peer-driven discussions, and dive into practical strategies for retaining staff in ways that strengthen both morale and outcomes. With an emphasis on aligning purpose, enhancing collaboration, and sustaining commitment, this training provides TRIO professionals with the tools to foster resilient teams capable of meeting program goals.
Whether you are a new director or an experienced leader, this professional development opportunity will help you cultivate team culture, elevate staff effectiveness, and reduce turnover challenges.
Join us in Boston on November 19 to invest in your leadership and ensure your TRIO team is equipped to thrive. Register today to secure your place. Hotel options will be available soon.With questions, please reach out to Jen Rudolph ([email protected])
Agenda
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Registration
1:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Welcome & Overview
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Setting Landscape Survey , State of Workforce/Pipeline, and Positional & Institutional Leadership
2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Building/Reinforcing Recruitment & Team Composition, EQ & Organizational Culture, and Leading Performance
3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Break
3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Leading with Resilience Routine Success, Active Management, and Transparency & Retention
4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Forward Facing Lessons Learned, Opportunities & Planning, and Closing Discussion
Event Hotel: Hyatt Regency Boston
Address: One Ave de Lafayette, Boston, MA 02111
Nightly Rate: $249/night (plus applicable taxes/fees)
Booking: https://www.hyatt.com/events/en-US/group-booking/BOSTO/G-COE1
You can also call to make reservations at 402-592-6444 and the block code is COE1.
Room Block ends on November 5 or until the block is full. Make your reservations today!