Board Smart Q & A: Board Member Expectations

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Board Smart Q & A: Board Member Expectations

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (2:00 PM - 2:45 PM) (EDT)

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Board Smart Q & A: Board Member Expectations

This Board Smart Q & A clarifies what is expected of nonprofit board members to support effective governance and mission impact. We’ll discuss roles and responsibilities, time and engagement expectations, and how clear accountability helps boards function with confidence, consistency, and purpose.

This monthly open forum for nonprofit CEOs, presidents, founders, and executive directors to ask questions regarding Board Governance best practices such as the board's responsibilities and organizational well-being. Attend regularly or drop in as you are able!

This is a Nonprofit Members Only Forum and is offered free of charge. This is only open to nonprofits.

Confidentiality and inclusion are fundamental commitments by each participant.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Jessica Cecere is the former Chief Executive Officer of Nonprofits First, Inc. She has been involved in nonprofit leadership for more than 30 years. Ms. Cecere is also a small business owner, consultant, and active community volunteer. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida State University in 1986. She is a professional Board/Governance training expert, a former Certified Consumer Credit Counselor, and a former Certified Counselor for both the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and NeighborWorks America.