• Defining board assessment.
  
• Designing the process.
  
• Identifying what to assess.
  
• Outlining the role of the chair, CEO, attorney and other participants.​

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.

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.

Interpersonal Communications

• Listens, relates and expresses oneself in a manner that is effective while supporting mutual understanding.

Self- Awareness /Continual Learning

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

Flexibility

• Remains open to new ideas, information, and approaches.

Builds Relationships and Influences Others

• Creates and fosters constructive working relationships; Persuades others towards an outcome consistent with the organization’s goals.

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

• Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
  
  

• ​Board Leadership Certificate (BLC)
  
• Director Gold​
  
  

NRECA – 1 credit
CEU – 0.6 credits