Effective Board Member Onboarding for International Schools: 18 June
Effective Board Member Onboarding for International Schools: 18 June
15:00 (London time)
Facilitated by: Kristi Williams
Effective board member onboarding is critical for fostering a well-informed, cohesive, and proactive board. Effective onboarding not only accelerates new board members’ understanding but also strengthens overall governance. When done right, onboarding sets the stage for a collaborative board culture, minimizes disruption, and ensures continuity in decision-making. This workshop will explore best practices in crafting a comprehensive onboarding process that includes essential documentation, orientation sessions, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities. By the end, you’ll walk away with actionable steps to enhance your onboarding practices, helping your board function as a high-performing governance body.
Kristi Williams is a recognized leader in partnering with international and independent schools and non-profit organizations to empower boards, leaders, and teams.
Kristi specializes in empowering boards to optimize governance, shape policy, and develop board members’ capacities to make an impact. Her experience in strategic planning ensures boards and leaders are equipped for success and stability in today’s dynamic environment. Kristi is a Board Governance Trainer authorized by the US State Department Office of Overseas Schools and a CIS Affiliated Consultant.
In addition to her board-focused work, Kristi is passionate about nurturing leaders and teams.
Through facilitation of generative conversations, she cultivates an environment where growth and collaboration thrive. She is dedicated to supporting leaders, especially women in leadership to create a ripple effect of positive change in schools and organizations.
