Honesty is essential among board members and staff, including full financial disclosure. Make sure board members and staff know they are appreciated. Choose projects carefully. Use a facilitator. Spread leadership around.
Leadership is invaluable to successful efforts.
There is a need for good, credible data to build common ground. Make an early financial investment in inventorying a region's assets. Information and expertise can be brought in from outside the community. Institutionalize the strategy. Seek dedicated staff time and implementation resources.