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April 2023
Chair Chat: Identifying and Developing Talent for Board Service
In this Chair Chat, we will discuss effective ways to recruit, vet and develop candidates for board service. We will have these conversations in three breakout rooms based on type of school - elementary, day high school (including K-12) and boarding school. We recognize that the composition and culture of boards in each of these types of schools can vary so we will address the uniqueness of each in this process while providing guidance on recruiting and developing the best…
Find out more »Chair Chat: Helping Trustees Transition from For-Profit, Corporate Board Service
Join us for this Chair Chat where we will discuss strategies to educate and coach trustees who behave like they are on a corporate, for-profit board. Well-intentioned trustees who have 'lots of board experience' in their professional lives often have difficulty adjusting to the culture and needs of an independent school board. Expectations around the relationship between the board and administration is often at the center of these challenges. Share your experiences, challenges and strategies with your peers and receive…
Find out more »New Chair at the Table training
If you will be assuming the role of Board Chair in 2023, this training is for you. We have designed a program that will help you get off to a successful start in your new leadership role so that you can be a great leader to your board and an effective partner to your Head of School. For more details and to register, click here.
Find out more »New Chair Chat
If you are a new board chair in the '22 - '23 year, join us for our New Chair Chats that will be facilitated conversations with experienced board chairs. Connect with other first year board chairs, discuss challenges you might be facing, and find support and guidance. We look forward to chatting with you! *Note that published event times are Eastern
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