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Board Training

November 13, 2026 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM (EST)

Description

Business Volunteers Unlimited

Leadership Stark County is collaborating with BVU (Business Volunteers Unlimited) to bring Board Training and Board Matching back to our community.

Whether you currently serve on a nonprofit board, are interested in getting involved, or are an Executive Director or nonprofit staff member, this training is for you. The morning will be packed with practical information, new insights, and tools to help you better understand effective board service.

  • Board Training: Friday, November 13
  • Board Matching: Friday, December 4
  • Cost: $80/session
  • Signature Alumni: Discount of $50/session 

***Please note: To participate in Board Matching, participants must complete the Board Training session.

Board Training Overview:

  1. Overview of the nonprofit sector:
    • Sector challenges
    • Financial model
    • Increased scrutiny and needs for transparency
    • Funding trends
  2. 7 basic responsibilities of a board member
  3. The value of nonprofit board service
  4. Taking action:
    • Types of boards/involvement
    • Finding your fit & Questions to ask
  5. Panel discussion including Stark County board and nonprofit leaders

BVU's Background & Expertise:

Business Volunteers Unlimited (BVU) strengthens nonprofits by developing and activating business talent. For more than 30 years, BVU has served as a trusted bridge between Northeast Ohio's business and nonprofit sectors. Each year, BVU works with nearly 1,000 nonprofits and more than 80 businesses, offering board training, governance support, and connections to board service that fit a professional's expertise, interests, and leadership goals. The aim is for nonprofits to have the leadership and governance they need to thrive, and for business professionals to have meaningful ways to put their skills to work in the community.

Time

Doors Open: 8:30 AM
Training: 9:00–11:30 AM

Pricing

Leadership Alumni: $50
Non-Alumni: $80

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Contact Information

Name: Tracy Nicodemo
Email: tracy@leadershipstarkcounty.org
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