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AGM Essentials

Run a seamless, compliant AGM that truly engages your members. As the formal annual interaction with members, the AGM is key for all organisations. It is important to be aware of the legal requirements needing to be met and facilitate a well-run meeting. It also represents the opportunity for the Board and Executive to engage with members to the benefit of the organisation. In this webinar you will gain: Practical guidance on the logistical and governance essentials for a smooth, compliant AGM Proven tips and success stories from the panel on what has worked particularly well in past AGMs Candid lessons from times things went off-track — and how to steer clear of those pitfalls next time This session provides information on aspects to consider when preparing and holding your AGM, with insights from the panel on what they have seen work and learnings from when things haven’t gone to plan.

From EA to Strategic Boardroom Partner

As an Executive Assistant, how do you build trust and rapport both with the Board and with the CEO — and how do you navigate the differences in those relationships? Step into the boardroom with confidence: join Glenn, Jayne and Amy for an in‑depth deep‑dive session that unpacks exactly how to build trust with both the CEO and the board, safeguard sensitive information, and juggle competing priorities under tight timelines.

Risk Statement

The risk statement (statement of risk) is an administrative tool that provides a clear picture of risk and how it may impact an organisation. The statement is an important part of the risk management process. Its aim is to identify the threat or opportunity related to an event or situation and describe its potential consequences. Risk Statements can help raise awareness within an organisation about which strategic priorities, policies, and operational processes are needed.

A Fresh Look at Directors' Duties

As a director of a not-for-profit (NFP) organisation, understanding your legal duties is crucial. Complying with these obligations not only reduces personal risk but also fosters good governance and safeguards your organisation’s reputation. In this session, we’ll explore key questions like: What are the essential duties and responsibilities of an NFP director? What rights and protections do NFP directors have? How can you ensure your board is aligned on these duties and fully compliant?

The Strategy Triangle: Strategic Intent, Direction & Destiny

Is your board harnessing the power of the strategy triangle to drive real results? Strategic leadership is the first of a Board’s four key governance responsibilities—the others being policy-based decisions, monitoring and reviewing, and compliance and coverage. While many boards understand their governance roles on paper, the practical implementation of these responsibilities—especially in the realm of strategic leadership—is where the real challenge lies. In this webinar you will learn: How the strategy triangle offers a unique, powerful, and practical approach to strategic planning.

Charity Establishment, Registration & Compliance

Do you have a clear understanding of what ‘not-for-profit,’ ‘charity,’ and ‘deductible gift recipient’ mean for you as a director? These terms have distinct legal definitions, each with specific considerations, registration, and compliance requirements. Getting them right is essential—not just for your organisation’s operations, but also for your legal obligations and potential liabilities. This panel webinar will host leading Australian charity lawyers who will step through and explore these important foundational concepts that not-for-profit and charity directors and leaders must understand.

Advisory Boards for Not-for-Profits

Jump to Section What Is an Advisory Board? Advisory Board Benefits Common Challenges & Risks Slow Decision Making Bad Communication Shadow Directors Under-Commitment Advisory Board Roles and Responsibilities Tips for Running Advisory Boards Setting Up the Board Sourcing Advisors Running Board Meetings Further Resources As a not-for-profit organisation, forming an advisory board can be a strategic way of gaining access to advice and expertise. Advisory board members bring fresh ideas, new networking opportunities, and partnerships to the table.

Data Room

Jump to Section What is a Data Room used for? Non-Profits Companies How to Create a Data Room What should a data room include? Virtual Data Room vs Physical Data Room What to avoid in a data room How to ensure the data room is secure Podcast Episode: Diving into Data Rooms Frequently Asked Questions Related Terms Additional Resources Data rooms are a place where companies can collect and keep financial documents that their partners, donors, and investors review and understand the business.

Building Your Organisation's Reputation Through Media

Learn how to get your positive stories up repeatedly in the media and build your organisation’s profile and credibility. There is no shortage of problems in the world and great organisations doing great work, but building your profile and showcasing your work is critical to attracting the attention and funding you want. CEO of Good Talent Media and ex ABC and SBS journalist Tony Nicholls will show you how to create a slate of great stories targeted to specific media outlets you want to reach following by the anatomy of a successful media pitch.

Effective Director Induction

Board induction is a crucial element to successfully transitioning a new board member into your organisation. An induction is essential for all new appointments and will enable your new director to make effective contributions from the get-go. But how do you effectively welcome a new director onto your board? In this webinar you will learn: why director induction is important what goes into an effective director induction program, and how to tailor an induction program to your own organisation.