The AuSAE Lecture Series commences in April with the topic, Emerging Trends in Not-for-profit Board Governance. These events are a great opportunity to hear from a panel of experts and sector leaders about topics and advancements in the not-for-profit sector in a particular arena. The 3-hour lecture style allows for greater learning opportunities in a smaller time frame than a full day conference.
The Topic
The effective practice of governance requires vigilance. Not-for-profit executives must appreciate current governance practices, understand what first-class governance looks like, and look onward to potential future developments. Attendees can expect a high level discussion on emerging trends in not-for-profit governance and will take away understandings of significant value to themselves and their organisation.
Attend to hear:
- An overview of Australian Governance Frameworks with reference to Board structures and representative types;
- An overview of International Governance Frameworks and why our sister associations in Asia and America might just be leading the way;
- Insights into Boards of the Future;
- Legislative changes that could affect Board Governance;
- Strategies for building a cohesive and strong Board;
- Conversations to create an effective CEO and Board chair relationship; and
- Methods to ultimately enhance the Boards performance, leading the organisation to new heights
Meet the Presenters
Al Percival, Managing Director, Diligent BoardBooks
Al Percival joined Diligent in 2003, and has since held numerous leadership roles in America (New York), Asia and New Zealand. Today Al is Managing Director of Diligent Board Services APAC and happily based in Australia. Throughout his twelve years with Diligent BoardBooks, Al has advised thousands of companies both public and not-for-profit on how secure, electronic access to board materials can improve organisational effectiveness and governance.
Jennifer Robertson, Consultant, Board Matters (Brisbane Only)
After more than ten years in private legal practice, Jennifer made the strategic career move to become a corporate governance consultant. Today, eight years later, Jennifer is Board Matters’ Governance Practice Leader, a practicing lawyer and maintains numerous company director roles. These include Deputy Chair of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission and Director at Asthma Australia and the Queensland Independent Schools Block Grant Authority Ltd.
Phil Butler, Manager ACT Public and Not for Profit Sectors, Australian Institute of Company Directors (Sydney & Melbourne Only)
Phil Butler has been with the Australian Institute of Company Directors since 2000. As Manager ACT Public and Not for Profit Sectors, Phil has worked closely with numerous Boards, CEO’s and Directors of organisations in both the public and not-for-profit sector. Since 2011 Phil has led the AICD Not for Profit Project, designed to support NFP organisations to achieve their missions through improvements in governance, building greater awareness and supporting ongoing professional development.
Damian Mitsch, CEO, Australasian Podiatry Council
Damian Mitsch is the CEO of Australasian Podiatry Council, a Company Director as well as a leader in Healthcare, Governance, Strategy and Change. Damian is on record as saying that it’s incumbent upon leaders to give back to others and to work on the next generation of leaders. The AuSAE team held Damian to this core value, asking him to share his knowledge with other members during this Lecture Series. Damian happily accepted this proposal.
Registration includes: arrival tea and coffee, a networking morning tea break and A5 compendium with note pad and pen.
