Post Summit Evaluation

Responses to the post-event survey reflect generally positive experiences by the members in attendance. Please find below a brief overview of the feedback received.

Main Reasons People Attended:

• Interested in collaboration
• Trust in UCI and United Way (and in being invited by one of them)
• Networking

Key Highlights:

• Over 80% rated overall experience either a 4 or 5 out of 5
• Over 80% said they were very likely or extremely likely to recommend event

• Key “Likes”:
  • Opportunity to work collaboratively
  • Keynote speaker
  • Breakout groups
  • Networking with nonprofits, United Way, UCI leaders
  • Overall format/flow of program  (e.g. setting tone and context, keynote, breakouts)

• Key “Should Have Been Done Differently”s:
  • More discussion on resulting action/next steps
  • More networking at tables and with UCI team
  • Opportunity to participate beyond single breakout session

• Highest Ratings on Registration, Set Up and Keynote Speaker

• Over 90% said they are somewhat or very likely to continue to engage in collaborations brainstormed in breakouts

• Key thoughts on how UCI/United Way can help continue partnerships brainstormed at event:
  • Provide summaries and clear list of action items from breakouts
  • Schedule follow up sessions
  • Share contact information of breakout session participants
  • Share email updates/communication on progress

• Over 74% made a new connection with UCI or a nonprofit

• Over 97% will stay involved with OC Working Together

• Participants favored a follow up session to take place within 3 months (rather than within 6 months)

• Other key stakeholders suggested to in future OC Working Together meetings:
  • Elected Officials
  • Funders
  • Business

Complete survey responses are posted online (PDF).