Practical Governance for Todays Boards - Watson Board Advisors

Name: Practical Governance for Todays Boards - Watson Board Advisors
Start: 2026-11-05T17:00:00-08:00
End: 2026-11-05T20:00:00-08:00
Location: Chilliwack Cultural Centre

Schedule

Thu Nov 05 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Chilliwack Cultural Centre | Chilliwack, BC

The Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce is excited to present 'Practical Governance for Today’s Boards- Watson Board Advisors' on November 5th, 2026.
An Evening of Learning, Connection & Board Pathways
Strong governance is foundational to effective leadership. It builds trust, accountability, and long-term organizational success, especially for non-profits, chambers, and member-based organizations serving their communities.
Join Watson Board Advisors for a practical, real-world governance education session designed for current board members, emerging leaders, and individuals interested in board service.
This evening will also create meaningful connections between local non-profits and those looking to contribute their skills through board and volunteer roles.
What You’ll Learn
● The fundamentals of effective board governance
● Core director duties, including fiduciary duty and duty of care
● Roles and responsibilities of boards, board chairs, and management
● Understanding the distinction between governance and operations, and navigating “the line”
● The skills, experience, and perspectives boards are seeking today
● How to step into board service and position yourself as an effective director
The session offers practical insights grounded in real-world experience and will conclude with a dedicated Q&A.
Participants are encouraged to bring their questions for the presenters.
Who Should Attend
● Current board members
● Emerging leaders interested in board service
● Professionals exploring governance and leadership pathways
● Non-profit leaders seeking board-ready talent
This event also provides an opportunity to connect with the Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI) and learn more about leadership development and community engagement.
Light Snacks & Refreshments will be provided during our Networking portion of the evening.

Meet our Advisors

Robyn Curry, Senior Associate
Robyn is a Senior Associate at Watson and has worked with hundreds of Board during her 10 year tenure at Watson. Robyn has worked closely with a wide varity of NFP boards across British Columbia and Cananda and is deeply familiar with the governance structures, pressures, and dynamics specific to the sector. She has facilitated conversations on role clarity, boardroom dynamics, and decision-making in complex environments.
In addition to her work at Watson, Robyn serves on the board of FarmFolk CityFolk. She brings both practical and theoretical insight to governance — and a clear understanding of what it takes to make it work in practice.
Robyn’s ongoing governance learning includes attending numerous workshops, webinars, courses and events, including: San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, Sotera Safety Aboriginal Awareness, U of A Indigenous Canada, University of Colorado
Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity, UBC Sauder Facilitation Skills for Leaders, DCRO Risk Governance Institute: An Introduction to Risk Governance

Cameron Wilson, Senior Associate
As a Senior Associate at Watson Board Advisors, Cameron supports clients on Director and CEO recruitment mandates and has recently led leadership searches for the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade and the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce. With experience at a global executive search firm, he brings cross-sector perspective and a strong understanding of the skills, leadership qualities, and attributes boards seek in effective directors and executives.
Prior to joining Watson, Cameron served as an Advisor in the Office of the Prime Minister of Canada, managing senior executive and board appointments for Crown corporations and federal agencies.
Cameron serves on the board of the Vancouver International Children’s Festival and is actively involved with community-based organizations, including Dress for Success Vancouver and the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation, bringing practical insight into governance and board effectiveness.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and a graduate degree from Carleton University’s Clayton H. Riddell Master of Political Management program.