Participate in a three-part webinar series designed to equip current and aspiring board members with the knowledge and tools to lead with confidence. Complete all three webinars to earn FPRA’s Board Governance Certification and a digital badge for your LinkedIn profile and email signature.
Webinar 1: Serving Smart Governance Essentials for Board Members
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Tracy Vanderneck, MSM, CFRE, President of Phil-Corn, LLC
Whether you are serving on your chapter's FPRA Board of Directors or joining the board of another nonprofit organization, board service can feel intimidating at first. This webinar will give you the practical foundation you need to serve with confidence and contribute effectively as a board member.
Webinar participants will leave:
- Understanding what board members are expected to do in their governance role
- Knowing the roles and responsibilities of board members and executive officers
- Aware of how positive board culture and communication strengthen board performance
- Armed with tools and tips for productive board and committee meetings
Webinar 2: Finance for Non-Finance People
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
April Salter, APR, CPRC, CEO & Founder, SalterMitchell PR
You don’t need an accounting degree or a CPA license to safeguard your organization’s mission; you just need the right tools to read the map. 📊
Whether you are reviewing monthly chapter statements or evaluating budgets for a nonprofit, navigating financial reports can feel overwhelming. Join us for Finance for Non-Finance People, a practical session designed specifically for PR and communications professionals serving in board roles. We are breaking down board financials into plain, approachable language so you can make informed, strategic decisions with total confidence.
What You’ll Learn:
- Demystify Key Reports: Learn how to comfortably read financial reports, balance sheets, and reserves.
- Evaluate Program ROI: Understand event profitability, sponsorships, and cash flow dynamics.
- Master Budgeting: Spot red flags and ask the right questions during budget reviews.
Who Should Attend: Current board members, incoming officers, and aspiring leaders looking to build financial literacy without the jargon.
Webinar 3: Running Effective board Meetings
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Kelly Otte, Executive Director & Founder of The Oasis Center for Women & Girls
We have all sat through board meetings that felt like endless status reports, leaving little room for actual leadership, discussion, or strategy. It’s time to take back your time. ⏱️
Join us for Running Effective Board Meetings, the final installment of the FPRA Board Governance Webinar Series. This session focuses on turning routine meetings into dynamic, high-impact sessions where real decisions get made and board members leave energized rather than exhausted.
Discover how to streamline your administrative updates, shape intentional agendas, and build a productive environment that respects everyone’s time.
What You’ll Learn:
- Agenda Mastery: Structure agendas that prioritize strategic discussion over passive updates.
- Board Culture & Engagement: Foster healthy dynamics, encourage active participation, and manage room energy.
- Decisive Leadership: Learn frameworks for guiding effective, timely decision-making.
Who Should Attend: Chapter presidents, committee chairs, board officers, and anyone looking to elevate their meeting facilitation skills.