Overview
Is your community behind a unified vision? Do they know what that vision is? Piano Cleveland, an organization renowned for its Cleveland International Piano Competition, faced a challenge familiar to many: the need to balance diverse objectives while maintaining a cohesive vision. As a hub for international competition and the desire to engage the local community, Piano Cleveland sought to prioritize its initiatives and bridge the gap between its outreach efforts and competitive endeavors.
Challenge
Piano Cleveland’s challenge stemmed from the need to navigate the delicate balance between community engagement and international competition. With a diverse set of objectives, including significant community outreach alongside hosting prestigious piano competitions and concerts, the organization found itself divided on where to focus its efforts. The challenge lay in harmonizing these contrasting aspects of its mission and vision, ensuring that each complemented the other rather than competing for attention.
In the midst of hosting the renowned Cleveland International Piano Competition, Piano Cleveland also aims to foster the next generation of musical talent through programs like the CIPC for Young Artists and the CIPC Preparatory Camp. These initiatives provided young pianists with the keys to succeed in the competitive world of classical piano while also nurturing their artistic careers. Additionally, Piano Cleveland’s commitment to excellence extended beyond competitions to its concert series and festivals, which showcased extraordinary international artists and pushed the boundaries of piano performance.
Solution
To address this challenge, The Impact Group embarked on a strategic planning process with Piano Cleveland, engaging stakeholders to reach a consensus on aligning the organization’s mission and vision. Through collaborative discussions and facilitated sessions, stakeholders worked together to reconcile differences and define a unified direction for the organization. The resulting strategic plan served as a guiding document, outlining actionable steps, timelines and responsibilities to ensure all efforts aligned with Piano Cleveland’s overarching mission and vision.
Solution
To address this challenge, The Impact Group embarked on a strategic planning process with Piano Cleveland, engaging stakeholders to reach a consensus on aligning the organization’s mission and vision. Through collaborative discussions and facilitated sessions, stakeholders worked together to reconcile differences and define a unified direction for the organization. The resulting strategic plan served as a guiding document, outlining actionable steps, timelines and responsibilities to ensure all efforts aligned with Piano Cleveland’s overarching mission and vision.
Impact
The impact of this strategic planning process was profound, providing clarity of purpose and direction for Piano Cleveland. The organization gained a renewed sense of focus and purpose by aligning stakeholders around a unified mission and vision. Staff, board members, community supporters and stakeholders alike are moving forward with a shared commitment to Piano Cleveland’s mission: “Building a better world through the transformative power of piano.” With a clear vision to guide them, Piano Cleveland can proceed as a global leader in advancing the piano’s power to transform lives and unite people through world-class competitions, innovative artist development and inclusive local engagement.
A Roadmap for Future Success
As Piano Cleveland continues to pursue its mission, the strategic plan developed in partnership with The Impact Group serves as a roadmap for future success. By remaining committed to the principles of accountability, engagement and outcomes, Piano Cleveland can build trust with its community and fulfill its vision of creating a better world through the transformative power of music.
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