Board Ready:
Navigating the Path to Board Excellence
Elevate Your Board Leadership: Master Governance, Build Your Brand, and Secure Your Seat
Board Ready:
Program Overview:
Effective governance is more crucial than ever. Designed for both aspiring and current board members, this program helps you master board governance, build your personal brand, and navigate board recruitment processes.
Why You Need This Program:
For Aspiring Board Members: Craft a compelling board resume, learn to navigate board dynamics, and position yourself as a top candidate.
For Current Board Directors: Stay ahead in your role by brushing up on essential governance skills, staying updated on the latest boardroom best practices, and ensuring your continued effectiveness in serving your organization.
Key Takeaways:
- Master strategic governance.
- Strengthen boardroom influence and decision-making.
- Develop a powerful board resume and personal brand.
Program Structure
- 6 monthly sessions: 2 hours per session
- Schedule: First Tuesday of every month, starting October 2024
- 2024 – Sessions 1-3 Dates: Oct 15, Nov 5, Dec 3
- 2025 – Sessions 4-6 Dates: Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 4
Price
$3,900 USD
Core Modules
Core Module 1: Mastering Governance and Board Impact
- Key Focus: Understand the critical role of governance in driving board effectiveness and assess the best board fit for your career aspirations.
- What You’ll Learn: The importance of governance, how to influence board operations, and strategies to align your career goals with the right board opportunities.
- Tools & Resources: A curated toolbox with governance templates, fit assessment tools, and board impact strategies.
Core Module 2: Building Your Board Brand and Biography
- Key Focus: Develop a powerful personal narrative and board biography that highlights your unique skills and qualifications.
- What You’ll Learn: Techniques to craft a standout board biography, strategies for building a personal brand that resonates with boards, and how to position yourself as an indispensable candidate.
- Tools & Resources: A curated toolbox with personal branding templates, biography writing guides, and narrative development frameworks.
Core Module 3: Navigating Board Recruitment and Securing Your Position
- Key Focus: Learn the dynamics of the board recruitment process and master the interview techniques needed to secure board roles.
- What You’ll Learn: Insights into the board recruitment process, overcoming challenges like imposter syndrome, and how to confidently present yourself in board interviews.
- Tools & Resources: A curated toolbox with interview preparation materials, recruitment process guides, and strategies to combat imposter syndrome.
Personalized Support & Coaching
Our program includes personalized support and one-on-one coaching sessions tailored to your individual needs, led by our faculty expert Mary Francia. Whether you’re preparing for a new board position or looking to enhance your current contributions, we will guide you every step of the way, helping you apply what you’ve learned and overcome any challenges.
Curated Toolbox
Each session comes with a curated toolbox designed to reinforce your learning and provide you with practical tools to apply immediately. From governance templates to branding guides, these resources are essential for your success in the boardroom.