The growth and effectiveness of nonprofits often hinge on a strong board that understands and operates within clearly defined roles. Yet most members have never had formal training. As a result, many well-intentioned boards can stray into areas outside of their scope and have a devastating impact on the organization. The session uses stories and real-life examples, diving deep into the legal and core responsibilities of amazing boards. The session covers the myths of nonprofit boards, organizational lifecycles, recruitment and evaluation.
Dan Prater, Senior Managing Consultant at FORVIS
Dan is the Senior Managing Consultant at FORVIS. He provides consulting services to numerous nonprofits and governmental organizations throughout the United States. His services include strategic planning, board governance, leadership transition, and organizational assessments.
Dan has an extensive background in nonprofit leadership and higher education. He was the founder of the Center for Nonprofit Leadership at Drury University (Springfield, MO). He co-created the university’s popular Master of Nonprofit and Civic Leadership degree and continues to serve as the lead instructor in the program.
He has been a leader in various nonprofit organizations, mostly in the areas of poverty, child abuse, and domestic violence.
Dan is a frequent speaker at conferences and workshops throughout the nation. He has been published more than 50 times on nonprofit industry topics.