Newer Orgs Expanding

[preciousjeni]

Originally posted by GinaD79
I am very interested in the growth of newer organizations, namely those who were founded less than 20 years ago. I have noticed several that have a few chapters, while there are a select few that have expanded at a rapid rate, sometimes doubling even tripling in a 5 year period.

In my limited experience, I've found that some organizations are more cautious and interested in fortifying before expanding while others are comfortable in the process of fortification even while they are expanding. The latter is the case for Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc.

I am curious to know how a fairly new organization’s infrastructure accommodates to such growth. It seems as though most (inter)national boards/headquarters are made up of a small number of officers. Do the more established chapters have to take care of themselves while the national organization seeks out new chapters? What happens when a chapter is struggling due to neglect by the national organization?

The organizations that survive are the one's that are set up like a business. I know that Theta Nu Xi has quite a few entrepreneurs and experienced businesswomen who have contributed to the success of our organization. In addition, we have many dedicated and patient individuals who have worked tirelessly to see us thrive. For us, as mentioned by LatinaAlumna, we do not seek out aspirants. They pursue us. And, with the structure of our National Board, chapters are not neglected regardless of growth.

What is the true intent for an organization's expansion? Are some organizations simply looking to expand rapidly for namesake? Does rapid expansion a successful organization make?

Theta Nu Xi was founded on principles that live on today. Women are initiated only after they have demonstrated a sincere dedication to our mission statement and five tenets. In addition, we are concerned with quality over quantity. Our message is spread through current members as well as expansion which is why both are vitally important to our Sisterhood. Last, we do not measure the success of our organization by the number of chapters and members we have. The measure of success lies in gauging the level of leadership, multiculturalism, self-improvement, academic excellence, involvement in/service to the campus/community and bonds of Sisterhood our members have achieved.