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 brings 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.
The University of Wisconsin Center for Cooperatives is excited to introduce Board Ready: A Training Series for New Co-op Directors—a revamped cooperative director training program, now expanded into a five‑part series delivered fully online. This updated format makes it easier than ever for directors from every cooperative sector to participate, learn and grow.
This training is designed for new co-op directors or directors who have not received formal director training. Trainings will be delivered over Zoom, with one two-hour session each week for five weeks.
The capacity for this series is 30 people. Registration closes Tuesday, August 25 or when capacity is reached.