Introduction to Board Service

Foundational learning for serving effectively on a board

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 four-hour session 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.

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 governance structures and how to apply them.
• Identify common challenges and related strategies facing nonprofit boards.

Individual Price: $99
Group Price (2 or more): $84 per person
Current GVSU students/staff/faculty: $25

Facilitators: Mandy Sharp Eizinger & Leslie Starsoneck
Deadline to Register: September 10

Mandy Sharp Eizinger, M.S., is a program manager at the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University. Mandy brings to her role 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.

Leslie Starsoneck, M.S.W., is the director of learning services at the Johnson Center for Philanthropy. She oversees the center’s educational and professional development offerings for foundation and nonprofit practitioners. Previously, Leslie provided consulting services to a wide variety of nonprofits, foundations, and for government agencies focusing on the assessment and enhancement of organizational and system strengths. Learn more about Leslie.