Nonprofit Learning Lab's webinar teaches online event management

• Published date: 01 March 2021
• Date: 01 March 2021
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.1002/ban.31224

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Nonprot Learning Lab’s webinar teaches online event management

The Nonprot Learning Lab will host a webinar titled Manage the Tech of Your Online Meetings & Events Like a Pro

on March 18.

According to the organization, this event is for those nonprot leaders who might be feeling overwhelmed by all the

logistics that go into organizing an online event. They will learn best practices from the Nonprot Learning Lab, an

organization that has designed, organized and implemented over 150 online events since March 2020.

As the organizers explain, an online event takes careful curation and planning to be engaging and free of technological

errors. In this workshop, attendees will learn practical strategies and tips for running a successful virtual event—whether

it be large meetings, board retreats, fundraisers or workshops—and ensure that they are equipped to host a seamless

experience for their guests, staff and volunteers.

Registration fees range up to $50.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/38KQJGJ. ■

New book looks at board membership through parable

A new book authored by the founder of leadership consulting rm Core Insights aims to help nonprots accomplish

their mission by inspiring board members to be more engaged and reap more enjoyment from investing their time.

The Ambassador’s Journey: A Parable about Nonprot Board Leadership, written by Core Insights CEO Brian Brandt

and co-authored by leadership consultant Ashley Kutach, is a ctional story about a man new to the world of nonprot

board service who, through effective engagement with the organization’s executive director and board leadership, nds

inspiration to serve his community in ways he never thought possible. According to the publishers, the story offers a

fresh take on how to guide board members to be enthusiastic ambassadors for their organization.

It addresses key questions including:

• How do I really make a difference through my board service?

• What does my organization need from me?

• How do I go beyond just going through the motions?

The end of each chapter has prompts designed for individual and group discussion.

The book is available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3ivFQvz. ■

Webinar gives tips for engaging boards

Nonprot resources website Charityhowto.com will host a webinar titled How To Create An Engaged Board of Direc-

tors: A Step by Step Guide on March 18 and 23 at 1:00 PM ET and 3:00 PM ET, respectively.

According to organizers, this workshop will provide attendees with all of the tools and step-by-step instructions needed

to create a highly effective and impactful board of directors.

The workshop will be led by Robin Cabral, founder of Development Consulting Solutions, who works to create high

performing nonprots from the foundation up, starting with a strong and effective board of directors.

During this webinar, she will discuss:

• How to identify the best candidates for your nonprot board of directors;

• How to screen your prospective board candidates to ensure a good match;

• How to organize and support the board;

• How to onboard and orient your new board members;

• How to hold engaging board meetings;

• How to monitor board performance.

Registration fees for this event are $39.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/35XgrpB. ■