Welcome to Board Gov 201

Legal responsibilities, strategic vision, financial stewardship…Board Members have a lot on their plates. Whether you are a seasoned board member or a new recruit, this workshop will cover all you need to know to become an excellent board member. Join us for this webinar series to make the most of your board term.

Participants in this workshop will leave with:

  • An understanding of board legal responsibilities, duties, and roles
  • Tools to govern better as a body, including best practices in board structure, recruitment, relationships, and running meetings
  • Opportunity to reflect on current board structure and dynamics, with identified areas to improve
  • Access to a resource library with sample policies, templates, and further reading to aid in strengthening your board

Pricing options

Purchase price includes access to all recordings, course resources, and up to one hour one-on-one time with instructor.

Instructor(s)

Director of Innovation

Adam Jespersen

Adam joined the Montana Nonprofit Association in 2019 as its first Director of Innovation after more than a decade of progressive experience in nonprofit management, leadership, fundraising, and grant writing. Raised in rural Montana, Adam received his bachelor’s degree from Carroll College and his master’s in business administration from the University of Montana. Trained and experienced in Lean management and person-centered design, Adam is passionate about helping people, teams, and organizations across Montana find their stride in being more effective and impactful and has been recognized for his ability to dive headlong into finding solutions and for his cooperative and thoughtful leadership approach.

Executive Director

Liz Moore

Liz Moore, MNM, has been the Executive Director for Montana Nonprofit Association (MNA) since 2011. During that time she has lobbied and advocated extensively at the state and federal levels on behalf of Montana’s nonprofit sector. In addition to working with MNA’s Public Policy Council to lead MNA’s policy efforts, she serves on the Board of the National Council of Nonprofits. In that role she serves as the chair of the National Council’s Public Policy Committee. Liz is also an adjunct professor for the University of Montana, teaching Nonprofit Policy and Advocacy in the Masters of Public Administration Program.