Nonprofit Trainings

Is the Board Governing

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• Presented by Ned Cooney, Facilitator/Consultant
  April 8, 2021
  10:30 A.M. – Noon
  Virtual lunch to follow

We often talk about Board Governance because governing should be the central focus of every board, but what does it mean to “govern” an organization? How is that different from “running” or “managing” an organization?

As board members and staff continue to evolve, so do the organizations they serve. Regular self-examination and a common set of expectations are crucial to determine if the board has inadvertently shifted its focus away from the core task of every board; governance. During this session, Ned will introduce a framework to understand the work of the board, questions to ask as the organization evolves, and ways to encourage the board to engage in the right things.

Ned Cooney brings a unique combination of perspectives to his lectures, with experience as a grant-maker and grant-seeker; volunteer, staff, and board member in a variety of organizations; as well as an educator and consultant in organizational and academic settings. He is a former Board Chair of the Montana Nonprofit Association and has served as a member of MNA’s Nonprofit Public Policy Council since its start in 2006.

Are you ready for a capital campaign?

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• Presented by Jane Ratzlaff, Nonprofit Consultant
  May 20, 2021
  2:00 P.M.
  This workshop will be held virtually via Zoom.

An organization may have great programs, an awesome vision and a dedicated board, yet may still be missing core ingredients necessary to raise millions of dollars for the perfect building or expansion. During this virtual session, Jane will guide you through a realistic assessment of your readiness to manage a campaign, and the tasks you need to accomplish to prepare for it.

Jane Ratzlaff began her development career in 1980 building annual funds. She gained extensive experience working with major gifts and comprehensive development programs before she transitioned into executive roles as Vice President of Development at the University of Montana, and Executive Director for the Glacier National Park Fund. After leaving the Glacier National Park Fund, Jane served as interim executive director for several organizations, and shifted her focus to consulting. Since 1990, she has learned lessons from poorly-conceived campaigns, and been involved in a wide variety of successful campaigns.