Introduction to Board Service

Foundational learning to help you serve effectively on a board

Are you beginning board service in 2025? Are you looking to brush up on the basics?

Board service can be an immensely satisfying undertaking. While passion and commitment often lead people to serve on nonprofit boards, having the technical skills to be effective is critical to helping an organization succeed.

This three-hour, virtual session is designed for people interested in board service or those looking to strengthen and refresh their knowledge and skills. It also aims to help executive directors work more effectively with their boards.

Following the session, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the core functions, legal, and other responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors.
• Understand board governance and how boards are structured.
• Identify common challenges and related strategies facing nonprofit boards.

Individual Price: $199
Group Rate: $159 per person
Current GVSU students/staff/faculty: $25
GHACF partner: $25

Course Instructor

Mandy Sharp Eizinger, M.S., is a program manager at the Johnson Center for Philanthropy. In this role, she supports sector-wide learning and professional development programs. Mandy brings training in Gallup Strengths Coaching and a people-centered approach to developing individuals and programs to make meaningful and measurable impact. Learn more about Mandy.

Who should attend this course?

This workshop is designed for people interested in board service or those looking to strengthen and refresh their knowledge and skills, as well as to help executive directors more effectively work with their boards.

Questions about this event or about your registration?

Call 616-331-7585 or email jcp@gvsu.edu.