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What is PMA's Mastermind Program? 

The PMA Mastermind is a small group of highly motivated individuals committed to each other's growth and development while driving each other to reach the highest levels of success. 

Nonprofit leaders, especially as they move up in their organizations, are often isolated. A mastermind group overcomes isolation and leverages the power of many minds to provide support and feedback, increase accountability, build your network, and make genuine progress toward personal and professional goals. 

The Mastermind Program brings together groups of six to eight nonprofit leaders to accelerate their Path to Nonprofit Leadership. Our four-month virtual program (seven two-hour sessions) combines one-on-one coaching and peer mentorship to meet the needs of every individual in each cohort.

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Why should I join?

Nonprofit leaders are often so focused on the needs of the organization that they do not have time for their own professional development. Our Mastermind Program gives you the structure you need to think about your personal strategic plan to guide your leadership journey over the next one, three, and five years.

Our Mastermind program will give you: 

  • An expanded network of like-minded community peers
  • Clarity, accountability and focus to move forward on your Path to Nonprofit Leadership  
  • Insights into your blind spots  
  • A confidential space to discuss challenges and problems with other nonprofit leaders  
  • The design of a Personal Planning Retreat  
  • An assessment of your 12 Essential Leadership Skills and Experiences for nonprofit leadership  
  • A Curated List of Resource Materials designed to guide your professional development curriculum  
  • Mastermind Leadership Development Certificate, along with specific language to include on your LinkedIn/resume, which will help you stand out amongst the competition for future leadership positions. 
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Info Sessions

Wondering what a Mastermind is like? Sign up for a 30-minute Zoom session to learn everything you need to know!

The sessions will be held at 3pm EST on December 17th and 11am EST on December 19th.

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Who has participated in PMA's Mastermind Program?

PMA's Mastermind Community now includes 20 cohorts of motivated, diverse, and dedicated nonprofit leaders who have embraced the program since it began in the Fall of 2020. These 150+ individuals have capitalized on the Mastermind concept, utilized virtual access to the program, and continue to build their networking relationships with colleagues from across the country.

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Mastermind Testimonials

Want to hear directly from some participants? View the videos below to understand how Glenda, Josué, and Brian approached their Mastermind experience. 

 

 

 

What do past graduates say
about their experiences?

If you are interested in evaluating your career, where you want to go, and the skills you need to make a change at your current/new organization, this program would serve you well.

I discovered an incredible community of peers that I can lean on for guidance and encouragement as we support each other on our journeys as nonprofit leaders. 

The Mastermind Program gave me structured time to invest in myself and think specifically about my career and my professional development trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Eligibility Criteria
    Eligibility Criteria

    Who is the ideal participant? 

    PMA's Mastermind Program is for nonprofit leaders with at least five years of experience who are serious about advancing their skills in the nonprofit sector and propelling their leadership to the next level.  

     

    Is this program only for fundraisers? 

    Absolutely not. While we are fortunate to work with many talented individuals in development roles in our consulting work and in the Mastermind Program, nonprofit leaders in any role are welcome. We are proud of the fact that leaders with titles such as Director of Human Resources, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Family Services Manager have thrived in the program. 

      
    How many people are in each Mastermind cohort? 

    Each cohort is composed of six to eight talented nonprofit leaders. This small group size ensures that each participant receives adequate individual coaching, while also expanding their network and benefiting from accountability and feedback from the other participants. 

     
    Do I have to live in Charlotte to take part? 

    No! Since our program is virtual, we have leaders from across the country join us each season. 

  • Application & Cost
    Application & Cost

    What's required to apply?  

    The application is an online form that will take you fewer than 10 minutes to complete. It will ask you about your current role, why you're interested in the Mastermind Program, and which cohort you're interested in joining. There is no payment required to apply. 

    PMA is committed to hosting a diverse and dynamic membership for our Mastermind Program. We seek to have representation from a cross section of the nonprofit community including different sectors, ethnic/minority groups, and gender identities.  
     

    Investing in Your Leadership Journey 

    Joining PMA's Mastermind Program requires an investment of $1,450, which provides comprehensive access to seven two-hour small group coaching sessions, extensive program materials, and personalized support via email or phone as needed.

    For those seeking an even deeper personalized experience, a Premium Investment option is available for $1,850. This option includes three additional one-hour one-on-one coaching sessions with Patton, offering flexibility to focus on specific leadership challenges or opportunities at your discretion. For instance, you might opt for extra coaching during the program to delve deeper into a specific topic, or later, to prepare for a significant leadership role or interview.

     

    Supporting Your Investment

    We anticipate that many employers will choose to sponsor their employees' participation due to the substantial value it brings to their personal development and to organizational goals. Nevertheless, we offer partial scholarships, based on need, to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder participation. These scholarships are discussed after cohort selection. Additionally, should the need arise, we provide customized payment plans to accommodate various financial situations.
     

    How do I apply? 

    We are excited that you are ready to accelerate your journey on Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership  by participating in PMA's Mastermind Program.  

    The application is an online form (via SurveyMonkey) that will take you fewer than 10 minutes to complete.  

  • Program Dates
    Program Dates

    Each season will have two groups, Gold and Diamond. For each group, there will be seven 2-hour virtual sessions that take place over four months. Most sessions will take place on Thursdays from 2-4pm EST. See below for the actual dates for the next two seasons.

     

    Spring 2025 Diamond Group

    Session 1: Thursday, January 16th

    Session 2: Thursday, January 30th

    Session 3: Thursday, February 13th 

    Session 4: Thursday, February 27th

    Session 5: Thursday, March 13th 

    Session 6: Thursday, March 27th 

    Session 7: Thursday, April 10th

     

    Spring 2025 Gold Group

    Session 1: Thursday, January 23rd

    Session 2: Thursday, February 6th

    Session 3: Thursday, February 20th 

    Session 4: Thursday, March 6th

    Session 5: Thursday, March 20th 

    Session 6: Thursday, April 3rd 

    Session 7: Thursday, April 17th

     

    Summer 2025 Diamond Group
    Session 1: Thursday, May 15th
    Session 2: Thursday, May 29th
    Session 3: Thursday, June 12th 
    Session 4: Thursday, June 26th 
    Session 5: Thursday, July 10th 
    Session 6: Thursday, July 24th 
    Session 7: Thursday, August 7th 

    Summer 2025 Gold Group
    Session 1: Thursday, May 22nd
    Session 2: Thursday, June 5th 
    Session 3: Thursday, June 18th
    Session 4: Tuesday, July 3rd
    Session 5: Thursday, July 17th 
    Session 6: Thursday, July 31st
    Session 7: Thursday, August 14th

Eligibility Criteria

Who is the ideal participant? 

PMA's Mastermind Program is for nonprofit leaders with at least five years of experience who are serious about advancing their skills in the nonprofit sector and propelling their leadership to the next level.  

 

Is this program only for fundraisers? 

Absolutely not. While we are fortunate to work with many talented individuals in development roles in our consulting work and in the Mastermind Program, nonprofit leaders in any role are welcome. We are proud of the fact that leaders with titles such as Director of Human Resources, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Family Services Manager have thrived in the program. 

  
How many people are in each Mastermind cohort? 

Each cohort is composed of six to eight talented nonprofit leaders. This small group size ensures that each participant receives adequate individual coaching, while also expanding their network and benefiting from accountability and feedback from the other participants. 

 
Do I have to live in Charlotte to take part? 

No! Since our program is virtual, we have leaders from across the country join us each season. 

Application & Cost

What's required to apply?  

The application is an online form that will take you fewer than 10 minutes to complete. It will ask you about your current role, why you're interested in the Mastermind Program, and which cohort you're interested in joining. There is no payment required to apply. 

PMA is committed to hosting a diverse and dynamic membership for our Mastermind Program. We seek to have representation from a cross section of the nonprofit community including different sectors, ethnic/minority groups, and gender identities.  
 

Investing in Your Leadership Journey 

Joining PMA's Mastermind Program requires an investment of $1,450, which provides comprehensive access to seven two-hour small group coaching sessions, extensive program materials, and personalized support via email or phone as needed.

For those seeking an even deeper personalized experience, a Premium Investment option is available for $1,850. This option includes three additional one-hour one-on-one coaching sessions with Patton, offering flexibility to focus on specific leadership challenges or opportunities at your discretion. For instance, you might opt for extra coaching during the program to delve deeper into a specific topic, or later, to prepare for a significant leadership role or interview.

 

Supporting Your Investment

We anticipate that many employers will choose to sponsor their employees' participation due to the substantial value it brings to their personal development and to organizational goals. Nevertheless, we offer partial scholarships, based on need, to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder participation. These scholarships are discussed after cohort selection. Additionally, should the need arise, we provide customized payment plans to accommodate various financial situations.
 

How do I apply? 

We are excited that you are ready to accelerate your journey on Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership  by participating in PMA's Mastermind Program.  

The application is an online form (via SurveyMonkey) that will take you fewer than 10 minutes to complete.  

Program Dates

Each season will have two groups, Gold and Diamond. For each group, there will be seven 2-hour virtual sessions that take place over four months. Most sessions will take place on Thursdays from 2-4pm EST. See below for the actual dates for the next two seasons.

 

Spring 2025 Diamond Group

Session 1: Thursday, January 16th

Session 2: Thursday, January 30th

Session 3: Thursday, February 13th 

Session 4: Thursday, February 27th

Session 5: Thursday, March 13th 

Session 6: Thursday, March 27th 

Session 7: Thursday, April 10th

 

Spring 2025 Gold Group

Session 1: Thursday, January 23rd

Session 2: Thursday, February 6th

Session 3: Thursday, February 20th 

Session 4: Thursday, March 6th

Session 5: Thursday, March 20th 

Session 6: Thursday, April 3rd 

Session 7: Thursday, April 17th

 

Summer 2025 Diamond Group
Session 1: Thursday, May 15th
Session 2: Thursday, May 29th
Session 3: Thursday, June 12th 
Session 4: Thursday, June 26th 
Session 5: Thursday, July 10th 
Session 6: Thursday, July 24th 
Session 7: Thursday, August 7th 

Summer 2025 Gold Group
Session 1: Thursday, May 22nd
Session 2: Thursday, June 5th 
Session 3: Thursday, June 18th
Session 4: Tuesday, July 3rd
Session 5: Thursday, July 17th 
Session 6: Thursday, July 31st
Session 7: Thursday, August 14th

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