Eight Strategic Issues:
(From the 2006 Strategic Planning Process)

Strategic Issue #1
Articulation and dissemination of Values, Vision, Mission and Strategic Issues

Strategic Issue #2
Recognizing Esalen as an integrated whole, both business and community, what changes are needed in order to better prepare ourselves to achieve our vision and mission.

Strategic Issue #3
"The more we increase our capabilities, the more we will be able to achieve our Vision and extend its reach, the more we will be financially sound."

What is the best and fastest way to develop significant capabilities in:

• A - Communication
• B - Marketing
• C - Technology
• D - Development / Funding
• E - Specific in 2010:

"Senior Management Team Continue to strengthen the capabilities and teamwork of the Senior Management Team. Fill the following positions:

a. Guest Services Director
b. Marketing Director
c. Development Director

Strategic Issue #4
How do we expand our focus on personal transformation to include social transformation and global impact?

Strategic Issue #5
How to enhance and integrate synergistically all our education and initiatives/research programs?

Strategic Issue #6
How to stay on the forefront on body/mind while moving forward to cultivate excellence in body/mind/spirit?

Strategic Issue #7
What changes are needed to enhance the clarity of purpose and effectiveness of our Residential programs?

Strategic Issue #8
How do we ensure that infrastructure and LTDP support our Vision and Mission?