"Leadership and Nonprofit Board Service"
"Leadership and Nonprofit Board Service"
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Session: Leadership and Nonprofit Board Service
Serving on a non-profit board provides an opportunity to develop management and leadership skills. The Appropriate Technology Collaborative (https://www.apptechdesign.org/) designs sustainable solutions and programs and provides training to developing countries. Serving on a board such as this helps develop skills such as strategic planning, budget creation, and staff selection.Key Takeaways
- Serving on a non-profit board provides an opportunity to 'give back' while developing leadership skills.
- Choose a non-profit that matches your passions.
- Every board faces challenges. These become learning experiences.
- Leadership experience can enhance a resume, as do contributions to society.
Bio
https://www.linkedin.com/in/twatson/Tina Watson has been an IT Leader for over 20 years. She is currently a Senior Software Engineering Manager at Western Governors University. Prior experience includes Senior Director of Infrastructure at GE Healthcare as well as leadership roles at ADP, AT&T and Bell Labs. She has a BS from Michigan State University and an MS from University of Michigan. She received a Top Michigan Women in Computing award from the Association for Women in Computing. She has served on the board of the Appropriate Technology Collaborative for 10 years.
