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: