Non-Profit Governance Day – 2024

Join us for an exceptional day of governance education. GEO Nova Scotia (Get Everyone Online ) in conjunction with Alderney Landing and Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI) are hosting a special full-day event which is designed to equip board directors, executive directors, and other leaders in the non-profit sector with the insights and strategies necessary to thrive in today’s complex governance environment.

Event Highlights:

• Expert Presentations: Hear from leading governance specialists who will dive deep into key trends and best practices for effective non-profit leadership
• Directors' Dilemma Session: Engage in an interactive problem-solving workshop where you’ll collaborate with peers to tackle real-life governance challenges.
• Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with fellow directors, professionals, and governance experts, expanding your network in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.
• Executive Director and Board Panel: Explore the dynamics of the Executive Director/Board relationship during a candid panel discussion featuring seasoned veterans.
• Special Lunch Experience: Not everything about being a director is scary. Enjoy a unique lunchtime visit to a haunted house—add a bit of excitement and local flavor to your learning day!

Opened with a welcome address from the Deputy Minister, Ava Czapalay, this event promises not only to deepen your understanding of board responsibilities, risk management, and the director’s duty of care, but also how to get the most out of your board meetings. This custom designed day will also challenge your perspective on governance with new trends like diversity, inclusion, and equity-focused leadership and issues surrounding colonialism.

Don’t Miss Out:

Whether you're new to the boardroom or an experienced leader looking to refine your skills, this event is for you. Secure your spot today and ensure your organization benefits from your enhanced governance capabilities.

Register now for this engaging and transformative event that blends education, interaction, and a bit of fun!

Event experts include:

Patricia Bradshaw, PhD, ICD.D., Professor Emerita Saint Mary's University, former Dean of the Sobey School of Business and a consultant and active volunteer

Margaret McKee, Ph.D., ICD.D., Associate Dean, Undergraduate and Professional Graduate Programs, and Academic Director for the Directors Education Program – the 12-day program from the Institute of Corporate Directors

Robert Patzelt, K.C., LL.M., ICD.D., an executive with over 40 years experience now providing governance consulting services and sits as a director on several boards including on not for profits, business and government.

Agenda

9:00-Land Acknowlegement & Opening Remarks – Sandra McKenzie, Board Chair – GEO & Ava Czapalay, Deputy Minister, Labour, Skills and Immigration

9:20 – Future-Proofing Your Board: Directors' Duties, Accountability, and Strategic Leadership for Tomorrow's Challenges – Robert Patzelt

10:30- Break sponsored by Alderney Landing

10:45 – Hearts in the Balance: Navigating Power Shifts, Financial Fumbles, and Volunteer Vacuums in NFP Leadership - Director’s Dilemma

11:45 –Keynote - in Times of Growing Complexity and Uncertainty – How to Adapt Your Governance Structure and Processes – Dr. Patricia Bradshaw

12:30 – 2:00 – Lunch, Networking and Haunted House

2:00 -Amazing Agendas, Dynamic Documents and Masterful Minutes: Getting the most out of your board meetings – Robert Patzelt

2:45 – Break

3:00 –Panel – The Power of Partnership: Navigating the ED/CEO and Board Relationship - Facilitated by Dr. Margaret McKee

4:00 – Reflection – Robert Patzelt

4:30 – Close- All

4:45 – Governance Networking Event – The Wooden Monkey

Questions? Please reach out to [email protected]

Host or Publisher GEO Nova Scotia