
Carlsen Center Startup Board Development Series
April 3 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
In this workshop series, we will cover two core components of boards at various startup stages and board mechanics. The aim is for you to walk away with a greater understanding of how to build, work with, and leverage a board at all stages of your entrepreneurial journey.
Workshop 1 – Board Overview (March 6th)
The overview will take into consideration different stages of the company:
- Seed
- Growth
- Series A+
- Acquisition or IPO
Explore the role of a board or advisory board
Support you in identifying who should be on your board
The blocking and tackling of setting up a board
Workshop 2 – Board Mechanics (March 20th)
The focus will be on all aspects of running the board:
- Calendar – cadence of board meetings
- Who attends beyond the board members
- Agenda
- Board Packet
How to effectively communicate and engage a board
An effective strategy for structuring your board or advisory board
Workshop 3 – Panel with Board Members and Founders (April 3rd)
The panel will be announced at a later date. We will bring in a panel of board members and founders to share their real-world experience in building and serving on advisory and startup boards.