Seeing the forest for the trees "Why is it that management teams in start-ups assume their Board want to get down in to the weeds at every Board meeting? Why do Directors buy into this approach and behave like weed inspectors? Board Governance isn't about inspecting everything that management is doing; it's about holding management accountable for those things that are material." That quote is from a veteran Senior Executive who has been part of several technology start-ups in the US and Australia. But, does this sound like your Board? This Canberra BusinessPoint Master Class will define what 'good governance' really means from the unique perspective of the start-up. It will explore the boundaries between strategic and operational management and the role of the Board and of Management. This would include relationships, engagement across boundaries, managing expectations, setting agendas with the CEO/EO, etc. It will offer practical principles and suggestions to assist you in steering your Board out of the weeds and focus on strategically guiding the business through an ever-more competitive global marketplace. The event is ideal for company founding directors with limited prior business or board experience or any new directors of pre-revenue companies (or early-stage) start-up companies. CBP Master Classes are designed to be highly interactive; therefore the numbers are strictly limited. The presentation of material will be limited (and case-study focussed) so that there will be plenty of time to ask your specific questions. When Monday, 30 April 2012 12 - 3 pm includes lunch
Where Canberra BusinessPoint Shop Front 216 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT 2612 Cost $50pp (parking is free) Bookings are essential This event is now full. However, there is a waiting list available. Click here. | 
