Events &
Trainings
Upcoming Events
We offer a range of seminars, certificate programs, special events, and an annual conference – all designed to create new connections and share best practices for managing people, projects, and organizations.
- Special Events
Nonprofits do more than serve communities; they help power the Los Angeles County economy. Join us for a discussion of new research that quantifies the nonprofit sector's contributions to jobs, economic activity, and quality of life.
- Learning Event
Strengthen your foundational skills and tools as a new or experienced supervisor.
- Learning Event
Money stories start at home, not at work. This seminar names them honestly, then builds real financial plans for uncertain times.
- Learning Event
Identify and support your team’s diverse needs and learning styles.
Past Events
Take a look back at the seminars, certificate programs, special events, and conferences that have brought our community together.
- Learning Event
Explore the fundamentals of nonprofit budgeting, including budget development, planning strategies, and informed decision-making.
- Learning Event
A dynamic hands-on training that helps nonprofit leaders use human-centered Design Thinking to drive equity and innovation.
- Learning Event
Turn scattered data into decision-ready information without a dedicated data team or expensive technology.
- Learning Event
A structured, honest look at the current landscape — what's changing, what it means, and what CNM is tracking heading into 2027
- Learning Event
Explore how identity, lived experience, and personal history shape the way we lead.
- Special Events
Join our online session to get all the details on the two upcoming NMC Program cohorts.
- Learning Event
Overview: What does it really take to build partnerships that last? This hands-on, interactive seminar invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the human side of your work […]
- Special Events
Build your leadership skills through this cohort program. Applications close on July 30, 2026.
- Special Events
Join our online session to get all the details on the two upcoming NMC Program cohorts.
- Special Events
Explore how organizations can support staff growth, strengthen culture, and build a more sustainable workforce.
- Sold Out Event
Build your confidence around handling challenging conversations.
- Special Events
Explore how HR practices can support risk awareness, compliance, and organizational stability.
What Attendees Are Saying
“Thank you for being a champion to the sector. Much appreciated.”
"CNM's thorough process development, pre-work and interviews allowed a thorough understanding of our organization and resulted in a process that was highly effective, and a visionary and useful plan."
Natalie Samarjian, President & CEO Coro Southern California
“Thank you for a successful Training. I believe everyone really liked it and it brought genuine good information. Looking forward to the next one.”
Theresa Don Lucas, VP, CRA Officer, City National Bank
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Special Events
Stay up to date with the changes and resources affecting the nonprofit sector. Informed by our relationships with philanthropy, government, and community leaders, we’ll prepare you for the future and keep you abreast with the latest knowledge. Our special event calendar includes the City of L.A. Department of Cultural Affairs conference, Equity in L.A. County Contracting update sessions, Equitable Recovery Initiative informational sessions, and more.
