Nonprofit boards are most effective when board members understand their role and responsibilities and use their collective resources for the benefit of those they serve.

This 2.5 hour seminar will provide critical training for new and existing board members of nonprofit organizations.

Agenda as follows:

Introduction – Schedule & Objectives

Board Role & Responsibilities

• Personal Role & Responsibilities: Commitment & Privileges
• Legal Duties: Obedience, Loyalty & Care
• Fiduciary Responsibilities: Wise Stewardship & Fund Raising
• Bylaws: Framework for Governing
• Code of Ethics: Preserve Organizational Reputation & Integrity
• Conflict of Interest: Promote Objectivity & Fairness

Board Governance

• Organizational Roles & Responsibilities
• Functional Areas of Operations: Priorities & Resource Allocation
• Delegation: Accountability without Micromanagement

Internal Board Operations: Productive & Effective Meetings

• Agenda
• Reports
• Meaningful Discussions
• Quality Decision-Making Process
• Strategic Culture
• Sustain Progress Between Meetings

Adjournment & Evaluation