BUILDING BOARD EXCELLENCE

A Comprehensive Onboarding Guide for New Directors
New directors bring fresh perspectives and valuable insights to the table. This workshop is your comprehensive guide to onboarding new directors effectively, ensuring they hit the ground running. Through this session, participants will gain a solid understanding of their roles and responsibilities, the structure of the board, and the legal and fiduciary duties that come with the role. They will walk away with practical strategies to navigate board service with confidence, from decision-making and financial literacy to conflict management and confidentiality. Equip your new directors with the knowledge they need to contribute effectively to the boardroom from day one.

Why Attend:

Accelerate onboarding by ensuring new directors are prepared to contribute, clarify roles and governance expectations, and enhance understanding of legal, fiduciary, and financial responsibilities.

You will Learn:

• Introduction to Board Service
• Structure and Governance Overview
• Roles and Responsibilities of Officers and Directors
• Decision Making and Monitoring
• Legal and Fiduciary Duties
• Financial Literacy 
• Commitments and Expectations
• Conflict Management
• Privacy and Confidentiality
• New Director and Annual Declarations

 Key Outcomes:

• Personal Onboarding Guide for New Directors
• Personal Leadership Development Plan
• Arrive at your first board meeting confident and prepared to contribute.