Professional Affiliations
Association of Strategic Planning (ASP)
American Society for Public Administration (ASPA)
American Evaluation Association (AEA)
Minnesota Evaluation Association (MN EA)
American Society of Association Executives (ASAE)
The National Association for Interpretation (NAI)
Visitor Studies Association (VSA)
Association of Strategic Planning (ASP)
American Society for Public Administration (ASPA)
American Evaluation Association (AEA)
Minnesota Evaluation Association (MN EA)
American Society of Association Executives (ASAE)
The National Association for Interpretation (NAI)
Visitor Studies Association (VSA)
ABOUT US With over 25 years of experience in the public, private and nonprofit sectors, we are proud to work with today’s leading organizations helping them build capacity and implement strategies to execute their next move.
Our staff is made up of a diverse team of experts, professionals and practioners who bring to the table the necessary skills and knowledge to improve both the quality and speed of project implementation. Our business model is one of a collaborative approach building on the specific knowledge of existing stakeholders, board, leaders and key personnel. Each service is customized to suit the uniqueness of each client, the complexity of the problem and outcomes desired. M.C. Vidas & Associates also provides clients the necessary framework to keep improvement activity on track - monitoring key performance measures, assessing project impact, and tracking return on investment. We are pleased to offer clients complementary access to the Center for Collaborative Excellence dedicated to fostering innovation, sharing best practices and accelerating excellence in collaborative work and leadership education .This unique benefit keeps clients informed on current trends resources, research and funding opportunities, PLUS, discounts on publications, conference, workshops and webinars. |
MESSAGE FROM CEO/DIRECTOR Mary C. Vidas “Three things come to mind when I reflect on the driving force behind our success: our clients, our creative team and our alliances. We have been fortunate to work with wonderful clients, leaders in their own right looking to improve their organization's performance and build capacity to advance their mission. We are extremely grateful for their support and ongoing patronage. In addition, our knowledgeable team of talented people who contribute their expertise truly enjoy what they do, always going that extra mile to ensure our clients receive excellent service.
And finally, I appreciate the wonderful alliances we have enjoyed with colleagues, thought-leaders, professionals and practitioners, academic scholars, friends, and supporters. Their belief in us, as well as their valued input and commitment, to our mission has enriched our collaborative efforts beyond our set goals and dreams! MCVA leadership report excerpt 8/10/22 "The driving force beyond our success!". STRATEGIC PLANNING, PROJECT DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT, COLLABORATIVE VENTURES, PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS About our CEO and Executive Director: Mary C. Vidas's solid background in Executive Administration, Evaluation and Organizational Management, Strategic Planning, Fund Development, Policy and Collaborative Ventures spans more than 20 years having worked in the public, nonprofit and private sectors. Vidas has led large-scale change initiatives and developed strategic management frameworks aimed at building capacity for organizations looking to lead in the 21st Century. Adept at working with nonprofit governing boards, executive/senior leadership teams, employee groups, and diverse stakeholders, Mary assists organizations in clarifying their mission, identifying strengths and opportunities, evaluating their progress, as well as, securing diversified funding streams for projects and services. AWARDS & RECOGNITION 2022 Collaborative Design Award Public/Private Partnerships 2020 Innovative Business Award for Collaborative Efforts 2018-19 Strategic Planning Professional Award, Nonprofits/Membership Orgs. 2015-16 Named Among Top 100 Strategic Planning Professionals, NADP 2015 VIP Woman of the Year, National Association of Women Professionals/Business Owners and Consultants 2014 Woman of Distinction, National Association of Distinguished Professional |