Co-op Directors 101

2600 Jenny Wren Trail,Sun Prairie WI 53590

12 December, 2022

Description

About Outstanding board leadership is a critical component of being a successful cooperative business. Great boards don’t just happen, they are built and honed. Governance training is critical to developing a productive and forward-thinking board and ensuring a positive relationship between the board and management. Directors have many duties and responsibilities. Every director has a unique combination of skills, expertise, and blind spots to the board room. The stronger the individual directors are, the stronger the board will be as a whole. This training is designed for directors from all types and sectors of cooperatives. Who should attend: Newly elected directors and directors who have not received formal cooperative board training. Agenda 9:30 a.m. Registration and Refreshments 10:00 a.m. Roles and Responsibilities of Directors - This session will focus on the relationship between the board, management, and members, as well as the different functions performed by cooperative directors, including: Assessing the cooperative’s performanceMonitoring the cooperative’s financial healthHiring and oversight of managementEstablishing cooperative policiesServing as an ambassador for the cooperativePreserving the cooperative character of the organizationKeeping members informed12:00 p.m. Lunch (included with registration) 1:00 p.m. Tools for an Effective Board - In this session attendees will learn about strategies for developing an efficient board. We will review the following: Core board documents that every director should have and understandBest practices for agenda setting and meeting facilitationDecision making strategies including methods for processing information and tools for closing the decisionUsing committees effectively3:30 p.m. Q&A and Adjourn