This session will:
• Explore issues involved in managing the end of fixed term project funding, including the need to develop a viable exit strategy.
• Examine how the financial model that underpins many organisations is changing and outline of the key changes in how voluntary organisations are funded, including public service contracts, trading, income generation and social enterprise.
• Introduce some useful tools to identify the issues involved.
• Cover strategy development - highlighting what is needed to turn ideas into practical projects and how to make the case for investment.
• Highlight the practical importance of business planning to survive the uncertain times ahead, including the skills and processes needed to manage and develop opportunities.

A session to work on action plans will finish off the day!