Board Basics, Part 1 (2015)
This two-part program explores the nuts and bolts of what it means to be a part of a nonprofit board. We encourage you to attend both sessions, however it is not required. The second session is Wednesday, February 25 from 2:30 - 5:00 PM. You must register separately for each of the two sessions.
Are you relatively new to board service? Are you considering serving on a nonprofit board?
Most would agree that serving on a board is an excellent way to have a substantial and ongoing impact in your community. It's also an effective way to grow your professional network, develop leadership skills and share your expertise.
Set yourself up for success! This is your chance to get the answers to all the questions you have, and some you didn’t even know you had, about serving on a nonprofit board. The nonprofit board governance concepts to be covered are:
Session 1:
- Intro to Boards,
- Roles/Responsibilities,
- Legal Issues,
- Board/CEO relationship
- Nonprofit Finance
- Board vitality
- Fundraising responsibilities
- Finding meaningful opportunities.
- Kate Banks, Owner, Ferrell Capital
- Elizabeth Liddle, Accountant, Support Kansas City
- Anita Parran, AARP Missouri Associate State Director for Public Affairs, Board of Trustees, Stephens College
- Jami Shipman, Partner, Lathrop & Gage
- Tim Sweeney, Founding Partner, Praxis Nonprofit Strategies
Date and Time
Wednesday Feb 18, 2015
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM CST
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
2:30 - 5:00 PM
Location
Nonprofit Connect
125 East 31st Street
Kansas City MO 64108
in the Community Room, KCPT Building
(Located under the big red tower)
Please park in the two lots directly north and across 31st Street from the building, leaving the main lot for KCPT staff and visitors with disabilities.
Use caution when crossing the street.
Fees/Admission
$20- Nonprofit Connect members
$35- nonmembers
Cancelations for a refund are required 3 business days in advance. No-shows will be billed.
Contact Information
Noreen Bridgham
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