Boards in Gear: Unlocking Board Practice to Help You Achieve Your Mission
Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 1-5 p.m., Eastsound Fire Hall
— from Hilary Canty, OICF —
This interactive, hands-on workshop will cover board responsibilities, operations, development, fundraising, and advocacy. It is based on the Boards in Gear resources developed in partnership with some of our state’s leading board experts. You will leave with concrete action steps, tools, and connections. This program is sponsored by Washington Nonprofits and the Office of the Secretary of State in partnership with Orcas Island Community Foundation.
This workshop is designed for board members and the people who work with them, namely executive directors and program staff. It offers ideas for new board members and those who have served for a long time. It is appropriate for organizations of all sizes, whether they have staff or not.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Virginia D. Lang is a veteran management consultant who has worked in the corporate sector and the nonprofit community as an adviser on all aspects of community affairs for almost 30 years. Ginny has served as an expert coach, trainer, facilitator and consultant to an impressive array of nonprofit organizations and is an accomplished speaker and teacher.
Cost is $15. To register, please go to washingtonnonprofits.org. This event is open to all and has been scheduled to accommodate interisland ferry travel. Contact the Orcas Island Community Foundation with any questions, 376-6423.
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