All About Boards – Fall 2025 Evening Edition
Strengthen Your Board. Empower Your Leadership. Elevate Your Impact.
Are you ready to take your nonprofit board from good to great? Whether you’re a seasoned board member, a new recruit, or an Executive Director looking to refine your governance skills, All About Boards is a training program designed to help nonprofit leaders like you feel confident, equipped, and inspired.
The board of directors is the backbone of every nonprofit, driving strategy and ensuring impact. But to perform at their best, board members and leaders need the right tools, training, and insights. That’s where All About Boards comes in—now in its 15th iteration, this highly regarded program provides practical, actionable training tailored to nonprofit governance in London and the surrounding region.
What You’ll Learn
In this four-part series, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to lead effectively and support your organization’s mission:
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The Fundamentals of Great Governance: Understand what every board member must know to contribute effectively.
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Characteristics of High-Performing Boards: Learn how to transform your board into a cohesive, high-impact team.
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Key Financial Accountabilities: Demystify financial responsibilities to ensure your board is fiscally fit.
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Boardroom Dynamics: Strengthen the relationship between board members and the ED/CEO for strategic success.
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Attracting and Retaining Top Talent: Discover strategies to build and sustain a diverse and engaged board.
Why Attend?
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Boost Your Confidence: Gain the clarity and confidence needed to thrive in board meetings.
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Increase Alignment: Achieve a deeper understanding of board roles versus staff roles for greater organizational alignment.
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Engage Your Board: Learn techniques to increase engagement, collaboration, and mission-driven focus.
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Build Your Toolkit: Receive resources, templates, and expert insights you can apply immediately.
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Expand Your Network: Connect with fellow nonprofit leaders and build relationships that last beyond the program.
Bonus!
All participants who register for the full series will receive a free, customizable download of Pillar’s Executive Leadership Onboarding Tool, an invaluable resource for onboarding your leadership team.
This program is perfect for:
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Board members (new or experienced) looking to enhance their effectiveness.
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Executive Directors/CEOs seeking to refine their governance skills and stay ahead of emerging trends.
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Staff members who support boards and want to strengthen their understanding of governance.
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Individuals interested in joining a nonprofit board and making a meaningful contribution.
Organizations are encouraged to register multiple board members and their ED/CEO (or senior leader) for maximum impact.
2025 Fall Schedule
All sessions are held online, from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EDT. Recordings will not be available, so be sure to attend live.
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Session 1: Board Fundamentals – Wednesday, September 24
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Session 2: Build Your Best Board – Wednesday, October 8
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Session 3: Financial Fitness – Wednesday, October 22
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Session 4: Board and ED/CEO Relationship – Wednesday, November 5
Program Benefits
Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion, along with tools, resources, and professional development opportunities that can enhance your resume and board impact.
Special Offers
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Equity Discount: Nonprofits with annual revenue under $100,000 that support equity-denied communities may qualify for a 50% discount.
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Group Discount: Bring five or more participants from your organization and receive discounted registration rates.
Why Wait? Register Today!
All About Boards is more than a training program—it’s an investment in your nonprofit’s future. Join us to empower your board, elevate your governance, and make a greater impact in your community.
Register Now and take the first step toward better board leadership.
Thank you to our 2025 Learning & Development Sponsors:
Western Continuing Studies and Fanshawe Employment and Student Entrepreneurial Services
