Strategy Design & Implementation
At Vista Cova, strategy isn’t a binder on a shelf—it’s the active heartbeat of organizational alignment. In today’s complex landscape, associations and nonprofits need a strategic framework that provides clarity of purpose, a shared sense of direction, and a structure that empowers every department, team, and volunteer to contribute meaningfully.
Our approach blends internal reflection with external scanning—considering the current needs of your community while also surfacing insights from the horizon. The resulting strategy becomes more than a plan—it becomes a nexus for decision-making, innovation, and impact. Your vision and mission serve as the baseline of meaning that anchors every initiative.
Key Areas of Focus
- Visioning & Mission Definition
- Strategic Frameworks
- Stakeholder Engagement
Deliverables
- Strategic plans
- Vision/mission refinement
- Facilitated retreats
- Stakeholder synthesis reports
Our Experts
Lowell Aplebaum, EdD,
FASAE, CAE, CPF – CEO
Jacqualine Price Osafo, MBA, CAE – Strategy Advisor and Speaker
Facilitation done right is a stone entering a lake — the ripples of which will be felt for time to come and far beyond the horizon of what you can see in the moment.
—Lowell Aplebaum, CEO
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy centers on creating solutions through Strategic Visioning, Facilitation, Training, and Keynote Speaking.
Strategic Visioning
We use a variety of approaches to guide organizational leadership through processes of visioning a renewed purpose and mission, aligning the strengths of your organization to the needs of stakeholders.
Facilitation
Our expert facilitators use tried and true methods to design a custom facilitation structure to meet your leadership, governance, and strategic planning needs.
Training
Training organizational leadership on how to craft and implement strategic plans focused on mission advancement and collaboration.
Keynote Speaking
With years of experience spanning various programmatic areas of organizations with international, national, state, and local focus, Vista Cova speakers can craft a custom keynote, presentation, or workshop to meet your objectives.
Strategic Planning Resources
I had the pleasure of working with Lowell at Vista Cova during the Women In Trucking Association's strategic planning session, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. Lowell's facilitation skills were exceptional—he was articulate, focused, and incredibly skilled at keeping the group engaged and on track. His ability to guide complex discussions and help us achieve clarity and consensus was invaluable. Thanks to his leadership, we had a highly productive session that set a solid foundation for the organization's future. Lowell's professionalism and expertise truly made the experience memorable and impactful.
—Lana, Women In Trucking Association
We would love to hear from you!
Discover how Vista Cova can help revitalize your organization and achieve your strategic goals, connect with us today!