Business On Board - Leadership In Action
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BUSINESS ON BOARD is a dynamic program designed to help create, build and sustain strong, effective boards for nonprofit arts and social service organizations. Since a Non-Profit is only as good as its Board, this innovative and comprehensive development and placement program is designed to identify, recruit, train and place a diverse pool of talented professionals as board members of arts organizations.
The Business on Board Program is unique in the following ways:
- Leadership in action, not leadership in a book: candidates encounter a real-life opportunity to apply their skills in a way that will have a substantial impact on the future of an arts or social service organization.
- Focus is on contribution, not the individual: this is not another 10-step program about how to be more efficient or better manage your time. Rather it is a means to make a contribution to the community by lending your skills in a collaborative manner.
- Get Connected: candidates meet individuals of different professional backgrounds, artists and involved leaders in their community.
- Support the Arts: this opportunity enables you to be a player and become involved in Phoenix's dynamic arts community.
- Support Social Services: this opportunity enables you to be directly involved in making a social difference in our community.
Graduate Testimonials from BOB Champions
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Join These Arizona Companies and Firms Whose Employees Have Participated in Business On Board
| Alliance HR Advisors |
Grand Canyon University |
Quarles & Brady |
| American Express |
Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro |
Queen Creek Performing Arts Center |
| Amy Howard, CPA |
Heard Museum |
Ryan Safety Services, LLC |
| APS |
Hispanic Leadership Institute iTheatre Collaborative
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Sallie Mae |
| Arizona Arts Chorale |
Intel Corp |
Salt River Project |
| Arizona Citizens/Action for the Arts |
Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP |
Scottsdale Community College |
| Barry Wong Law Office |
Latino Future |
Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. |
| BDO Seidman, LLP |
Lewis & Roca |
Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP |
| Be A Leader Foundation |
Littler Mendelson, PC |
Taylor-RyMar Corporation |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona |
Medtronic |
Teach for America |
| Bryan Cave LLP |
Merrill Lynch |
Tempe Convention & Visitors Bureau |
| Cox Communications |
Morrison Skupin, PLLC National Bank of Arizona
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The Angel Society, Inc. |
| Chicanos Por La Causa |
ON Semi Conductors |
The Weitz Company |
| Davidson & Belluso |
Osborn Maledon, P.A. |
US Airways Vital Edge Marketing
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East Valley Children's Theatre Fennemore & Craig
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Phoenix Collegiate Academy |
Wells Fargo |
| Gallagher & Kennedy, P.A. |
Pinnacle West |
Youth Re:Action Corp |
Candidate Qualifications
BUSINESS ON BOARD applicants are business professionals who are motivated, accomplished individuals and who show a high potential for leadership. They have a demonstrated interest in and commitment to the arts or social services and possess a strong desire and interest in learning new skills.
Training Program
This 3-day training scheduled for October 2nd, 9th & 16th, 2009. This program focuses on the essentials of developing a strong, well-rounded board member. Each session provides a comprehensive, detailed examination by some of the leading experts from each field.
| Working with Groups |
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities |
| Nonprofit vs. For Profit Environments |
Fundraising |
| Board Roles and Responsibilities |
Strategic Planning |
| Fiduciary Responsibilities |
Advocacy and Politics |
Board Placement
The board placement process includes identifying the strengths and preferences of the New Board Member Training candidates along with assessing the needs of interested small and mid-size arts/cultural and social service organizations to create the most favorable match for both parties. The completed application and a personal interview with each program candidate are essential to the placement process.
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Application (for nonprofits)
Fee
The fee for participation is $995.00. The applicant's employer often contributes this fee. 
For more information and an application, contact us at (602) 234-4711 or email to: info@artsbusinessphoenix.org
Testimonials
“I had the opportunity to participate in the Spring 2006 Business on Board training through my law firm. At the time, I had never been involved with a board of directors but, as luck would have it, I had recently been invited to join an advisory board for a local social entrepreneur organization. The BOB training provided me with the resources and confidence to become an active board participant. Board service is a worthwhile experience and BOB taught me that it should not to be taken lightly. I would recommend the BOB training to any individual thinking about joining a board of directors as well as those individuals who may already be serving on boards. The experience was tremendous.”
Christine E. Broucek - Attorney, Bryan Cave LLP (BOB Class III)
“Prior to this training, I was unsure about the responsibilities and how much I can contribute to a non profit board. Now I am more confident about the value that my skills and experiences can bring in. And while it is targeted towards individuals who are interested in becoming a board member, there are also learnings applicable to for profit organizations as they covered relevant topics such as organizational structure, team dynamics, strategic planning, etc. “
Sheila Vertuno - American Express (BOB Class IV)
“I appreciated the opportunity to experience such a comprehensive overview of the responsibilities a board member takes on when joining an organization. The presentations were eye-opening – and I would recommend the BOB training to anyone who is thinking of joining a board. From fund-raising and advocacy to legal and fiduciary issues, the presenters provided a roadmap that will help us become more effective board members. I also appreciate the connections I made with the presenters and other participants. I know that I can call on this network of committed, knowledgeable individuals when questions and challenges arise, and this will be invaluable.”
Marjorie Rice - Vice President, Wells Fargo Regional Banking Communications (BOB Class V)