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J.Paul Fridenmaker

@jpfry.bsky.social

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#majorgifts #boarddevelopment #fundraising

J.Paul's weekly Breakthru Guide

Reflections and pro tips on major gift fundraising.

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March 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM

OSBA

@osba.org

Michael Campbell, one of OSBA’s regional board development trainers, helps introduce at the OSBA Annual Convention an innovative cohort model created by OSBA to support first-year board members.

#osba25ac #oregon #schoolboards #boarddevelopment #education #publicschools #educationmatters

November 8, 2025 at 11:55 PM

QIClinic

@qiclinic.bsky.social

Our Q Cards are designed to spark the kind of thinking that leads to fresh ideas, deeper insights and better outcomes.

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#boarddevelopment #organisationalchange

June 9, 2026 at 10:30 AM

QIClinic

@qiclinic.bsky.social

Our Q Cards are designed to spark the kind of thinking that leads to fresh ideas, deeper insights and better outcomes.

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#boarddevelopment #organisationalchange

August 27, 2026 at 9:02 AM

QIClinic

@qiclinic.bsky.social

Our Q Cards are designed to spark the kind of thinking that leads to fresh ideas, deeper insights and better outcomes.

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#boarddevelopment #organisationalchange

August 4, 2026 at 9:02 AM

Canadian Centre for Christian Charities (CCCC)

@ccccharities.bsky.social

We’re excited to share that our CEO, Rev. John Pellowe MBA, DMin, is teaching a one-week graduate-level intensive on Governance and Board Development at Briercrest Seminary in Caronport, Saskatchewan

#ChristianLeadership #ChurchGovernance #NonprofitLeadership #BoardDevelopment

January 6, 2026 at 6:02 PM

Citizen Portal News Oregon

@citizenptnewsor.bsky.social

The Beaverton School District is redefining leadership with a bold shift towards collaborative evaluations, ensuring every board member feels empowered as they tackle major challenges ahead!

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#OR #BoardDevelopment #LegislativeAdvocacy #EducationGovernance

Board Members Outline Goals for Superintendent Hiring and Legislative Advocacy

Board members prioritize hiring a superintendent, budget planning, and legislative collaboration.

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August 28, 2025 at 6:36 AM

AnchoredInChange

@ridingtides.bsky.social

Board members: do you actually know what you're responsible for holding onto if your ED left tomorrow? Most Boards were never told. Free 5-min assessment 🔗 [zurl.co/fTVgG]
#NonprofitGovernance #BoardDevelopment

September 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Citizen Portal News California

@citizenptnewsca.bsky.social

Trustees emphasize the urgent need for internal trust and governance clarity before involving the community in transformation efforts.

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#CA #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal #GovernanceReform #BoardDevelopment

Trust deficit and board dynamics dominate trustees' debate over process

Multiple trustees said the board needs internal trust and culture work before advancing community transformation planning; some recommended convening the full board to settle internal governance issues before public outreach.

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August 17, 2026 at 9:57 AM

QIClinic

@qiclinic.bsky.social

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March 9, 2026 at 10:02 AM

Beckman Foundation

@beckman-foundation.bsky.social

Thank you to Shelli Herman and Associates for supporting Beckman Foundation’s #boarddevelopment goals & #congratulations to the entire team on the company’s 15-year anniversary #milestone!
#BOD #newmembers #nonprofit #beckman

June 17, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Heuristics Marketing Consultants LLC

@hmcllc.bsky.social

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March 23, 2026 at 4:47 AM

Jean Holmes

@allsystemsgo-jean.bsky.social

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April 30, 2025 at 7:46 PM

Jessica Aviva, Ph.D.

@drjessaviva.bsky.social

Community Changemakers School is OPEN! 🎉

This is a space for nonprofit staff to learn and grow. Let’s change the world together 💪🌍💖

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#NonprofitLeadership #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NonprofitManagement #Fundraising #SocialImpact #Community #BoardDevelopment

September 5, 2025 at 2:14 PM

larrykaplan.bsky.social

@larrykaplan.bsky.social

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The Age of AI Empowerment: Overcoming the Challenge of Change

At AWS re:Invent, nonprofits from around the globe presented their successes using new technological tools and data-driven approaches. Learn how leading organizations are scaling their impact exponent...

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April 25, 2025 at 5:50 PM

Citizen Portal News North Dakota

@citizenptnewsnd.bsky.social

Grand Forks School Board navigates budget cuts while exploring new development opportunities and the hotly debated topic of board member compensation.

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#ND #CitizenPortal #BoardDevelopment #FiscalResponsibility #EducationReform

Grand Forks School Board discusses budget, development, and compensation adjustments

School board members evaluate budget reductions, professional development, and potential raises for board salaries.

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August 28, 2025 at 3:35 AM

Kevin Korte

@kevinkorte.bsky.social

As a board member, I know it isn't just CIOs and CISOs who must improve their ability to create digestible reports. Likewise, boards must improve how they request information and provide feedback.
#boarddevelopment #cybersecurity
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