The Power of Strategic Alignment: A Guide to Energizing Leadership and Maximizing Potential in Today's Nonprofit Organizations

"Dennis has written a practical approach to an issue that plagues so many organizations. The Power of Strategic Alignment is important for any corporation but it is an absolute imperative for a non-profit organization. There is such a temptation to "follow the money" Additionally, there are so many needs in the world that can easily distract good-hearted people and cause organizations to splinter in various directions" David Williams, President and Chief Executive Officer Make-A-Wish® America "Any organization's impact depends on strong leaders and not just the CEO. The Power of Strategic Alignment helps senior leaders harness the power of your non-profits' strategy to achieve even more for those you serve" Carolyn S. Miles, President & Chief Executive Save the Children "This is a must-read book for nonprofit CEOs and board members that highlight the importance of communication and developing an organization's leaders, strategies and goals to be successful. The book really illustrates the key elements to make things happen and getting positive results" Jonathan R. Pearson, Executive Director, Corporate Philanthropy and Community Affairs Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey "Drawing on his rich experience as the CEO and now as a highly regarded nonprofit strategic advisor, Dennis Miller provides the reader with a succinct yet comprehensive formula for nonprofit organization leaders and boards to maximize their effectiveness and success. He stresses how an organization, in order to have a successful strategic plan, must have a clear and compelling vision; have completed a comprehensive assessment of key strengths and critical weaknesses; possess a comprehensive funding plan; and complete a detailed plan for implementation and execution. I urge senior executives and board leaders of nonprofit organizations to read this book" Charles M. Dombeck, Chairman National Institute for People with Disabilities in New J

Dennis C. Miller, is President and CEO of Dennis C. Miller - Revitalizing Your Nonprofit Board, a Cedar Knolls, New Jersey-based firm that provides strategic advisory services to nonprofit organizations including fundraising counsel, board and leadership development, strategic planning, and succession planning. 
 
Miller has more than thirty years of experience working as both an executive and consultant with numerous nonprofit organizations, including healthcare, human and social services, and educational organizations. Previously, Miller was president and CEO of Somerset Medical Center and Foundation in Somerville, New Jersey. He also spent a key part of his career with a national healthcare consulting firm and was executive vice president and chief operating officer a major New Jersey hospital.
 
Miller has an undergraduate degree from Rutgers University and a Master's in public health administration from Columbia University. He is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives. Miller has served on numerous nonprofit boards.  Miller frequently serves as a facilitator and motivational speaker for many board retreats and conferences. He brings a passion and wealth of personal experience and practical knowledge to his clients.