Description

Nonprofit boards aren’t just about meetings — they’re about mission, strategy, and accountability. Step into the heart of what makes nonprofits thrive. This interactive workshop goes beyond the basics to uncover the myths and realities of nonprofit organizations — why they exist, how they perform, and the critical role boards play in shaping their success. Whether you’re serving on a board or considering joining one, this session will give you clarity, confidence, and actionable insights.

Learning Objectives:

• Bust myths about nonprofits
• Understand the Board’s true role
• Deepen your understanding of nonprofit governance
• Learn what an engaged board looks like

Cost: $68 Members, $136 Non-Members

Instructor: Ann Hughes

Ann Hughes brings more than 25 years of nonprofit management, fundraising, marketing/public relations, strategic planning, and partnership development experience to her role as the Director of Educational Experiences with the Edyth Bush Institute for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Leadership.

Ann was most recently the President & CEO of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania and had previously served as the Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Pennsylvania and in a variety of executive roles with Franklin & Marshall College, Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania and Catholic Health Initiatives. Ann has a successful track record of leading organizations and helping them exceed operational and fiscal objectives while also cultivating key strategic partners.

Ann has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA and a Master of Science degree in Education from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. She is also a Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional.  Outside of work, Ann enjoys road trips, reading and spending quality time with family and friends.