Governance for Associations Workshop

Governance for Associations Workshop is a focused, in-person workshop for Association Chairs, Presidents, CEOs, and Executive Directors to examine what effective governance looks like in today’s environment.

Good governance remains one of the most critical responsibilities of any association. Yet in practice, it is often where the greatest tension, uncertainty, and risk can arise. This workshop is designed to be practical, grounded, and discussion-based — not theory for theory’s sake.

The session will explore the core governance realities leaders face, including:

• The respective roles of the Chair, Board, and CEO
• Strategic alignment between governance and operations
• Delegation, authority, and accountability
• Risk oversight and compliance responsibilities
• Common governance tensions — and how to manage them
• Board performance, succession, and evaluation

Participants will engage in open, peer-level conversation, sharing real experiences and approaches from across the association sector.

Format: In-person workshop
Who should attend: Association Chairs/Presidents, CEOs, and Executive Directors