Board Development and Nonprofit Governance
One Stop Board Retreat
How long has it been since you held a board retreat? Do you dread
the thought of planning for and paying for a board retreat? But,
you know a retreat is a powerful tool that helps align your board
towards the work necessary to build a successful nonprofit organization.
During this full day retreat your team consisting of the CEO and
at least five board members will have the opportunity to examine
board governance and learn how together they can lead your nonprofit
more effectively. Guided by a nationally known facilitator, your
team will begin to develop a plan to improve board leadership over
the coming year. Because your nonprofit will be represented by a
minimum of six leaders, and not just the CEO or board chair, you
will have created a change team by the end of the afternoon.
This is a full day retreat. You must have a minimum of five board
members, but there is no maximum number. The more board members
you bring the greater impact on your organization. Some organizations
may wish to bring other senior staff members such as the Development
Director.
The day will begin at 8:15AM with coffee and bagels and the retreat
will start promptly at 8:45AM. Lunch will be served and the day
will end at 4:00PM. This is a group process and your entire team
needs to participate the entire day.
Who Should Attend:
A minimum of five board members and the CEO.
What You Will Learn:
- About how trends in the nonprofit sector affect your organization
- To evaluate your board member roles and responsibilities
- If your board size and board structure are appropriate for effective
governance
- How to have successful board recruitment, orientation, retention,
and evaluation
- How your board can be more involved in meaningful fundraising
| Date: |
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Saturday, August 23, 2008
EVENT FULL |
| Time: |
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Tuition: |
$500 per team of 6 Members; $1,000 per
team of 6 Non-members |
| Instructor: |
Chuck V. Loring,
CFRE |
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Chuck V. Loring,
CFRE, is the senior partner of Loring, Sternberg, & Associates,
which provides fundraising and governance consulting services
to nonprofits. Chuck is also a Senior Governance Associate for
BoardSource in Washington, DC, offering expertise in board development
and governance issues to nonprofit boards throughout the United
States. |
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register for One Stop Board Retreat.
Ground Rules for Board Governance
Serving on a nonprofit board of directors can be an extremely rewarding
experience that allows the individual to impact change in the community,
open the door to new friendships, develop leadership skills, and
truly make a difference. It also carries immense responsibilities.
This workshop explains the roles and responsibilities of being a
nonprofit board member, explains the division of duties, and tips
for making the experience of board service rewarding both for the
individual and the nonprofit organization.
Who Should Attend:
Board members, executive directors/CEOs, and anyone considering
joining a board of directors.
What You Will Learn:
- Participants will recognize the three responsibilities of board
members described in Florida law
- Participants will be able to differentiate the roles and responsibilities
of the board members, executive director, and staff
- Participants will recognize qualities of an effective board
of directors
| Date: |
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TBA |
| Time: |
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| Tuition: |
TBA |
| Instructor: |
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Financial Oversight for Nonprofit
Boards
To be an effective board member of a nonprofit organization one
must be able to review the financial information presented, know
what questions to ask, and understand how to guarantee compliance
with the IRS. This evening workshop is designed to help all board
members better understand their oversight responsibilities. It will
provide board treasurers with the necessary tools to help present
financial information to fellow board members in a clear and concise
manner that is easy to comprehend. During this workshop, board members
will learn important questions to ask regarding their financial
stability, how to ensure that the organization has sound financial
policies, warning signs of trouble and ways to stay on top of financial
issues before they become problematic.
Board members will learn not only how to analyze their organizations
990, financial statements, and audits, but how these can be used
as a marketing tool when speaking with potential donors.
Who should attend:
Board Members, Chief Executive Officers, Executive Directors
What you will learn:
- What to look for in their organization’s 990, audit and
financial statements
- Warning signs of financial trouble for nonprofit organizations
- How the public views their nonprofit’s financial information
| Date: |
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September 24,
2008 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuition: |
$50 Members, $100 Non-members |
| Instructor: |
Clay Worden, CPA, McGladrey
& Pullen
Dave Moja, CPA, McGladrey & Pullen |
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register for this event.
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