0783-001 GSO Thinking in Circles, Planning in Lines: An Introduction to Strategic Management 

Thinking in Circles, Planning in Lines: An Introduction to Strategic Management 

DATE
Tuesday, February 10th
COST
$ 39.00
FORMAT
In Person
TOPIC
Managing a Business

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

Successful businesses grow by understanding how decisions connect across the organization and by planning with intention.
This course helps entrepreneurs expand how they view their business as a system and apply a structured strategic framework to organize priorities, clarify direction, and align goals. Participants will gain a clearer, more intentional approach to strategic planning that supports the next stage of growth.
Starts in 2 weeks!
Hands of people trying to fit circle gears together like a puzzle.

LEARN HOW TO:

  • Understand the business as a system of interconnected parts
  • Recognize how strategic thinking supports better planning and decision-making
  • Use a structured framework to clarify priorities and direction
  • Translate insight into clear goals and next steps

PROGRAM DETAILS

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Cost: $39.00
Greater Vidalia Center for Rural Entrepreneurship
208 East First Street
Vidalia, GA
30474

PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS

Jonisa McBride

 

Jonisa McBride brings over 15 years of leadership experience spanning corporate, nonprofit, and small business sectors. She has held key roles with Gulfstream Aerospace, American Heritage Girls and the Boy Scouts of America. In addition to her work with larger organizations, she has founded and operated several service-based businesses, gaining firsthand insight into operations, client service and sustainable growth. Her professional experience includes program development, team leadership, and organizational strategy. She works with entrepreneurs across industries, helping them navigate strategic planning, operations, and leadership development.

This program is funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, you certify that you are legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations.

All programs are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

Hosting Center: UGA Small Business Development Center at Georgia Southern University
Contact Kendra Houghton at [email protected] or call (912) 478-7232