Building a Better Board - Recruiting, Managing and Engaging Board Members

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As a nonprofit professional, do you often wonder… -What makes a good board member? -How do I find that person? -How do I keep my board members engaged? Given the important role the board plays, it’s not surprising that challenges with board recruitment, management and engagement are what most nonprofit leaders struggle with. It can be quite difficult to attract new members and equip them with all of the skills they need to govern effectively. Join us to learn how your nonprofit organization can take your leadership to the next level of board performance. Learning Objectives: • Understand the role of the board and what governance should look like • Learn how to recruit effective board members • Understand how to maintain an effective board • Engage board members around inclusive leadership by committing to diversity Panelists: -Deborah Biddle, Consultant, High Performance Development Solutions LLC -Melinda V. Heinritz, Executive Director, Foundation for Madison’s Public Schools -Mark Richardson, President - Unfinished Business, CEO - GigBlender