Join us for a series of lunch and learn sessions to discuss the role and impact that board members have on the direction and operation of a nonprofit organization. These sessions will be led by community leaders and will have plenty of time for questions and conversation. Take this opportunity to network with other non-profit leaders as well! 

$25/session   *Lunch included

Session 1: Who Is The Board? 

March 5, 2025   11:30am - 1:00pm 

Panel: Tim Parker (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin), Vicki Jeppesen (NTC Foundation), Kim Larsen (Boys and Girls Club)

  • Role and responsibilities of board members
  • Creating a diverse board
  • Measuring board performance
  • Board role in advocacy and community engagement

Session 2: Strategic Planning 

April 2, 2025   11:30am - 1:00pm 

Presentation: Todd Kuckkahn   Panel: Jeff Sargent (United Way), Lisa Maahs (Junior Achievement)

  • Establishing vision / mission / goals
  • Board oversight of strategic planning goals implementation

Session 3: Financial, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities of the Board

April 30, 2025   11:30am - 1:00pm 

Panel: Mike Spalding (Wood Trust), Amy Ebeling (RuderWare) 

  • Treasurer role and responsibilities to the board
  • Legal duties and requirements
  • Ethical considerations in a changing society

 

These trainings are hosted in partnership with 

Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin