Strong board governance is the foundation of any successful organization, and administrative professionals – including EAs – play a key role in ensuring Board effectiveness. This interactive masterclass will equip attendees with the skills and confidence needed to elevate board operations, enhance their leadership presence, and ensure good governance.
If you currently support a Board of Directors as an EA, manager, or Chief of Staff – or if you’re interested in this work and ready to dive in from a high level – this session is for you. The class will provide real-world examples, useful handouts, and suggested reading materials.
Key Takeaways:
- Establish Governance and Bylaw Foundations: Learn about the importance of good Board governance and how to best navigate, interpret, and edit bylaws with the help of essential resources.
- Improve Executive Communications: Learn effective ways to interact with Board leaders, including using board management software, crafting structured and impactful meeting agendas with executives’ input, and refining communication skills for credibility and influence.
- Enhance Your Executive Leadership Skills: Learn how to become a confident and professional governance expert, and how to use that knowledge and power to become a leader within the Board or organization.