Strategic Plan
Revised January, 1998

1. INTRODUCTION

We realize that effective strategic planning can be a valuable tool in developing a road map for Kappa Kappa Psi's future. This realization led us to create this plan. Our vision, mission, core values, guiding principles, and strategic objectives are included in this plan.

2. PURPOSE

This plan defines Kappa Kappa Psi's strategy for creating a roadmap into the 21st century.

3. VISION STATEMENT

With a dedicated spirit of unity and cooperation, we are unequivocally committed to become the world standard of excellence for band fraternal organizations.

4. MISSION STATEMENT

Kappa Kappa Psi is a fraternal organization that promotes the advancement of college and university bands through dedicated service and support to bands; comprehensive education; leadership opportunities; and recognition; for the benefit of its members and society.

5. CORE VALUES

These core values are the heart and soul of our proud heritage and essential to our future success. They will help us design our future:

a. EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO.
We will strive for the highest level of achievement in every endeavor.

b. COMMITMENT TO SERVE.

c. RESPONSIBILITY.

d. LOYALTY.

e. INTEGRITY.

6. GUIDING PRINCIPLES

These principles create a value system for Kappa Kappa Psi, and define our style:

a. TEAMWORK.
We will cooperate, communicate, and participate in the fullest spirit of
advancing the common objective of the team. We will do our best to
create and promote an atmosphere of trust so that the efforts of the team
will be optimized.

b. EMPOWERMENT.
We will strive to empower each individual commensurate with the level
of capability and responsibility. We define empowerment as giving a
person the authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to
accomplish the task, and providing the resources and support necessary for success.

c. RECOGNITION.
We will always strive to provide to each individual or team appropriate
recognition for exceptional accomplishment or achievement.

d. RESPECT.
We will always value each individual's contribution and never forget the
uniqueness that each person brings to Kappa Kappa Psi.

7. STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

The heart of Kappa Kappa Psi's strategic plan is reflected in strategic objectives on which we will focus during the coming years. Each objective described below reflects a critical piece of our corporate effort to improve our organization's success.

A. Strategic Objective 1: CREATE PROGRAMS THAT FULFILL OUR
FRATERNAL MISSION.
Areas of Strategic Focus:
(1) Assessment
(2) Developm ent
(3) Implementation

B. Strategic Objective 2: IMPROVE LEADERSHIP.

Areas of Strategic Focus:
(1) Education
(2) Development
(3) Recruitment

C. Strategic Objective 3: IMPROVE THE ORGANIZATIONAL
STRUCTURE BETWEEN KAPPA KAPPA
PSI AND TAU BETA SIGMA.

Areas of Strategic Focus:
(1) Rules of engagement
(2) Area of common intent
(3) Common resources
(4) Agreements for cooperative relations
(5) Team work

D. Strategic Objective 4: IMPROVE COMMUNICATION
THROUGHOUT KAPPA KAPPA PSI.
Areas of Strategic Focus:
(1) Connectivity
(2) Information management

E. Strategic Objective 5: IMPROVE SERVICE TO BANDS.

Areas of Strategic Focus:
(1) Projects
(2) Financial
(3) Role modeling

F. Strategic Objective 6: IMPROVE RELATIONSHIPS.

Areas of Strategic Focus:
(1) Communication
(2) Recognition

Operational goals in support of each Strategic Objective and associated Areas of Strategic Focus identified above are contained in a separate action plan being developed by the individual or group responsible for overseeing the Strategic Objective.

8. STRATEGIC REVIEW.

This plan will be reviewed regularly and updated semiannually at the Kappa Kappa Psi National Council Meeting to reflect the current status of Kappa Kappa Psi's strategic planning initiative. The updated plan will be published each year to outline our strategic direction for the benefit of all the membership to review, provide input and put into action the plan for the upcoming academic year.

9. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT.

Any suggestions or recommendations for improving this plan or Kappa Kappa Psi's strategic planning initiative should be directed to any Kappa Kappa Psi National Council member or the National Executive Director.

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Core Business Processes
Revised July, 1998

Recognition - National Vice President for Programs

Through a collaborative effort to reward and inspire individuals with the ideals of Kappa Kappa Psi we will develop and implement diverse programs to recognize outstanding achievement.

Awards
Rewards
Media Publications

Leadership - National President
Through the effective use of experienced professionals, develop and distribute a wide range of leadership tools and resources for all Kappa Kappa Psi members.

District Leadership Conference
Guide to Leadership Development
Chapter Operations Handbook
Officer Opportunities
Big Brother Program
Committee Chairs and Advisors
Conventions, Seminars, and Workshops

Education - National Vice President for Student Affairs
Through the effective use of a comprehensive education system, built upon the collective wisdom of our past membership, we will provide future and existing Kappa Kappa Psi members and their leaders with a wide range of educational experiences relating to policies, programs, and heritage of the Fraternity

Membership Education Program
Constitution
Guide to Membership Education
Chapter Operations Handbook
Seminars and Workshops
Educational Forums
Chapter Field Representative

Public Relations - National Vice President for Professional Relations
Through effective cooperation with Sponsors, Directors, Active and future members, and Tau Beta Sigma; we will create a comprehensive structure to promote existing and establish new public relationships; and provide information about and support for new and existing programs; through effective communication principles for the benefit and welfare of all our members, all college and university bands, and society.

National Intercollegiate Band
Midwest Clinic Reception
Compact Discs
Commissioning Program
Promotional Initiatives
Distinguished Service to Music Medal
“Friend of Kappa Kappa Psi”
Honorary Membership
Public Relations Articles

Chapter Support - National Vice President for Colonization and Membership
With a long term focus on the health and vitality of Kappa Kappa Psi we will develop and provide quality resources and comprehensive services for the support, development, and growth of all current and future members.

Growth
Colonization
Membership
Public Relations
Oversight
Leadership
Accountability
Standards of Conduct
Disciplinary
Support
Chapter Field Representative
National Headquarters Staff
National Council
District Governors
District Councils

National Support - National Executive Director

With a spirit of unity and teamwork the National Headquarters of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma will provide comprehensive support through: membership services; direct chapter assistance; financial management; administrative services; meeting planning; product sales; archival maintenance; and national publications; for all fraternity and sorority members, the National Alumni Association, National Councils, and the Boards of Trustees.

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