The Board Development Series brings you the latest thinking and practical strategies for building and sustaining a strong, effective board of directors!

In the media, among government regulators and most importantly among individual and institutional donors, governance accountability is the topic of the day.

Board self-assessment is essential to effective and transparent governance.

In this fast-paced evening session you'll learn the benefits of board self-assessment and strategies on how to undertake and complete a successful process.

We will also review several of the assessment tools that are available for board use.

Some real-life examples of how other nonprofit boards have approached this task will also be shared.

Mary Hiland has more than thirty years experience in the nonprofit sector—both as a board member and as an executive director. She is the lead trainer for the Governance Initiative, an executive and board development program of the Center for Excellence in Nonprofits and is an executive coach for new and experienced nonprofit leaders. Mary has a Ph.D. in human and organizational systems (with a focus on nonprofit leadership and governance). Her doctoral research was on the relationship between the chair of the board and the executive director in nonprofit organizations. Mary has been recognized by her peers and the community with several community service awards.

When:     Thursday, February 11, 2010
Time:       5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where:    The Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County
Fee:          $50 (includes light supper)
Registration Limited to 16 – Register Early!

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