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.

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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 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.

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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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Fee
The fee for participation is $995.00. The applicant's employer often contributes this fee.

For more information and an application, contact Dan Cortez at (602) 234-4711 or email to: dcortez@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)