The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nonprofit employers has been immeasurable, with far-ranging impact and highly divergent consequences. With arts-focused employers, in particular, a few thrived; regrettably, many more are no longer with us; while most consider themselves fortunate to remain operational, yet extremely apprehensive about a very uncertain future. The nation’s response to the pandemic created a confusing, highly-stressful work environment for nonprofit boards and managers, resulting in predictable complications, but also unanticipated rewards and successes. Across the board, there are lessons to be learned from the pandemic workplace, particularly future vaccination considerations, paid sick leave concerns, exposure to COVID labilities and remote work restrictions and opportunities. Join us for this interactive session to share lessons learned, enhance foundations of staff development, refocus and rethink employee supervision and management considerations and identify and explore ideas and techniques necessary to adapt and thrive in a post-pandemic reality.