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
Attend in person at the NTC Wausau campus or virtually via Zoom.
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

How To Register
NTC has a new online registration system that requires you to create an account. By creating an account you will have access to your registration to make changes or cancellations and view your receipts through the online portal. We know this system is new and are here to help you through every step.
When you get to the Registration Login page, you will be presented with options to log in with an existing email or create a new account. If you have attended any training with NTC in the last two years, you likely already have an account. In this case, use the "Forgot My Username/Password" functions to get your login information. In most cases, your username will be the email address you used to register to past trainings. If you have not attended in the past, use the Create New Login function to set up your account.
If you have any questions, require assistance, or would like to register over the phone, please call 715.803.1243 or email ce@ntc.edu.