What Your Board Really Needs From You

Many nonprofit leaders spend countless hours trying to manage board members, prepare reports, answer questions, and navigate differing opinions, yet still feel frustrated by board engagement and effectiveness.

The truth is that most board challenges aren't governance problems. They're relationship problems.

In this practical and thought-provoking workshop, nonprofit leader and consultant Amber Parker explores what boards truly need from their Executive Directors and CEOs in order to lead effectively, make good decisions, and become strong organizational ambassadors.

Drawing on more than 30 years of nonprofit leadership experience, participants will learn how to build productive board relationships, create trust, communicate strategically, and help board members move from passive observers to active partners in advancing the mission.

Participants will explore:

• The board's role versus the Executive Director's role