How Gaps in Board Oversight Can Jeopardize Strategy Amid Shrinking Public Funding
Workshop Description
You serve on nonprofit boards because you care about making a difference. But today’s landscape—marked by funding challenges, growing needs, and greater scrutiny—demands more from board members. Strategic leadership, strong governance, and active engagement are essential to driving real impact.
This one-hour interactive workshop is designed for nonprofit board members and leaders who want to better understand their overall responsibilities and improve board effectiveness. You’ll gain actionable strategies for aligning board service with organizational goals—without overcomplicating your schedule.
Facilitated by NRH Board President Christine Deska, MBA, co-founder of BellesBoard and president of the Nonprofit Resource Hub, and featuring NRH Associate Member Sophia Shaw, Cofounder of PlanPerfect.
Who should attend:
• Nonprofit board members
• Executive directors and CEOs
• Senior nonprofit leadership
• Aspiring board members preparing for board service
• Governance committee members looking to strengthen board accountability
Why attend?
Because board members and executive leaders who don’t fully understand their roles risk more than missed opportunities—they risk weakening their nonprofit’s impact, stability, and ability to deliver on its mission. Strong boards lead to strong organizations.
What You’ll Walk Away With:
• A clear understanding of the full scope of board responsibilities in today’s evolving nonprofit landscape
• Awareness of common board blind spots and how they can impact organizational effectiveness and oversight
• Practical tools