Inform USA Webinar - Managing the Maze - A Practical Framework for Leading Any Project

This session offers a practical guide for I&R professionals responsible for meeting standards across multiple accrediting bodies and funders. Attendees will learn how to streamline compliance efforts by mapping overlapping requirements, forming cross-functional teams, and embedding project management principles into everyday operations. Real-life examples and templates will be shared, including tools for tracking deliverables, engaging staff across departments, and aligning compliance with organizational strategy. The presentation is grounded in lived experience, having navigated over 60 funding contracts and three accrediting entities in a 24/7 contact center.

• Identify common overlaps among accrediting body and funder requirements.
• Describe the role of cross-functional teams in managing compliance projects.
• List tools used to track and align deliverables across departments.
• Explain how project management frameworks can streamline readiness efforts. Compare different engagement strategies to build buy-in from staff at all levels.