Session 5C - What Your Board Members Really Need to Know about

their Fiduciary, Fundraising and Advocacy Responsibilities and How

to Communicate it to Them

Thursday, September 20, 2012
11:05 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.

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Description: The most common challenge among NPOs is the role purpose of the board. If you would like to build a better board, one that knows it role, agrees with its role and fulfills that role, this session is for you. Learn how to effectively communicate the goals your organization has for its board and its role; create systems that eliminate tension with your Executive Director and other staff and create a true fundraising strategy your board members will embrace.

Sector: Religious Organization
Expertise Level: Suitable for all levels
Shop Size: Suitable for any size shop
Subject Focus: Board Development



Speaker Bio: Alan Pearson

Alan has been a development professional for over 21 years. He is the Director of Donor Relations and Development for Living Waters. Since he began at Living Waters in January 2008, funds raised from private sources have increased more than one million dollars per year. Alan earned his CFRE in 2006 and been a member of AFP since 1993. He's been involved at the chapter level in many capacities including service on numerous committees and a frequent presenter at regional educational seminars on a variety of fundraising topics. He is also an active member of the ADRP.