BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID: BEGIN:VEVENT UID:164068imp DTSTAMP:20260514T132751Z DTSTART:20270512T140000Z DTEND:20270512T220000Z SUMMARY: Metrics Management Series DESCRIPTION: Metrics Management is a four-part series that answers the measurement\, accountability & performance of our strategies & financials. The titles include: \;Metrics Management: Linking Strategy to Performance Description - Organizations often fail not because strategy is flawed\, but because performance is measured poorly. This session focuses on the critical link between strategy\, measurement & execution. Participants will explore why there is no "perfect" metric\, how strategy fails due to weak measurement & how financial & non-financial metrics work together to drive performance. The session emphasizes aligning metrics with mission\, strategy & organizational priorities using practical frameworks such as the Balanced Scorecard. Humorous videos will be incorporated to drive home some key points & keep things entertaining. \;Metrics Management: Selecting the Right KPIs Description - Choosing the wrong metrics can create noise\, confusion & unintended behavior. This session helps CPAs & CFOs identify & select meaningful KPIs that align with strategy & are understood by users. Participants will learn how to balance financial & operational metrics\, tailor KPIs to responsibility centers & think like customers when designing performance measures. The session emphasizes simplicity\, relevance & usability over volume & complexity. Humorous videos will be incorporated to drive home some key points & keep things entertaining. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \;Metrics Management: Measuring Performance in the Real World Description - Designing metrics is only half the challenge-- making them work in practice is where most organizations struggle. This session focuses on applying metrics in real-world environments\, including responsibility centers\, profit centers & service organizations. Participants will explore output measurements\, controllable versus non-controllable costs\, cost allocation challenges & benchmarking. Case discussions illustrate how better information leads to better decisions & improved performance. Humorous videos will be incorporated to drive home some key points & keep things entertaining. \;Metrics Management: Dashboards\, Performance Tools & Open-Book Management Description - Metrics only add value when they are communicated clearly & used consistently. This session focuses on dashboards\, performance management tools & open-book management as ways to turn metrics into action. Participants will learn how dashboards support decision-making\, why many reporting projects fail & how transparency & trust improve performance. The session emphasizes visualization\, communication & using metrics to answer the most important management questions. Humorous videos will be incorporated to drive home some key points & keep things entertaining\n CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR