• An overview of today's multi-billion dollar electric utility business

• The concepts and values that govern cooperatively owned businesses and related types of organizations

• Legal and regulatory concepts affecting public utilities

• Key legal documents such as articles of incorporation and bylaws

• The role of management and guidelines for maintaining an effective relationship with the CEO
  

NRECA offers the opportunity to take this course several times each year at the following events:

• Pre-Annual Meeting Education – all 2600-level courses; a selection of 900-level courses

• Pre-Regional Meeting Education (1-4 | 2-3 | 5-6 | 7-9 | 8-10 ) – a selection of 900-level courses

• Pre-Directors Conference Education - all 2600-level courses; a selection of 900-level courses

• Summer School for Directors ​- all 2600-level courses; a selection of 900-level courses
  

• Winter School for Directors - all 2600-level courses; a selection of 900-level courses

NOTE: Please check each event's schedule to see what courses are being offered.

Additionally, these courses can be delivered on-site at your co-op, statewide or G&T. Learn more about our on-site training opportunities.

Protocol and Practices

• Engages in activities that support the board in determining its own priorities and information needs.

Policy Development

• Establishes policies that provides guidance and sets expectations for performance.

Board Accountability

• Monitors board operations and takes responsibility for board actions and results.

Board/Manager Relationship

• Builds a civil, constructive, mutually respectful relationship with the CEO.

Risk Management and Oversight

• Forecasts and evaluates a variety of risks and identifies strategies to avoid or mitigate their impact.

Industry Principles and Concept

• Knows the basic jargon and concepts of the energy industry.

Cooperative Principles and Practices

• Demonstrates an appreciation of the cooperative buisness model and a commitment to cooperative values.

Member Focus

• Focuses on the needs of members.

Self- Awareness /Continual Learning

• Demonstrates an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement.

Diversity and Inclusion

• Leverages the talents of each person and promotes cultural awareness among board members.

Integrity and Courage

• Makes decisions and acts consistently with values, professional standards, and the broader interests of the cooperative.