Executive Director 101 Lab

Lab Outline

Executive Director 101 supports first-time, or incoming, executive directors (EDs) with practical skills and knowledge to succeed in their role.​

In this lab we will explore the eight domains of the ED position: Leadership, Governance, Program and Service Management, Human Resources, Fund Development, Financial Management, Community and Public Relations, and Administration.​

Suggested participants: New and incoming executive directors (including other similar roles like CEOs, artistic directors and managing directors) who are looking for some structure and insight to the EDs key responsibilities.

Important note! If you are an executive director with more than 1 year of experience in the role, our Advanced Executive Lab may be a better fit for you.

New this September: Executive Director 101 – Indigenous Leadership Cohort is a Lab designed for, and available uniquely to, Indigenous non-profit leaders in BC, in partnership, including co-facilitation, with Indigenous Perspectives Society and with financial support from Vancity.

Indigenous Cohort Cost:
$120, offered at a discounted price for Indigenous leader participants thanks to financial support from Vancity. If price remains a barrier, please reach out.

Regular Cost: $649 Non-member | $584 Member​

Lab Benefits

• Come away with tangible tools, ideas, and practices to apply in your first Executive Director role.
• Delve into the key competencies of an ED and learn how to align them with your personal leadership strengths.
• Share common challenges you’ve been experiencing with other leaders.
• Expand your network and connect with fellow non-profit leaders across BC.