If you haven't already heard, collaboration is quickly becoming the new standard for achieving success in the charitable world.Do you know what the difference is between an alliance, a partnership, a joint venture or collaboration? Who foots the bill in a collaborative effort? What needs to be considered before engaging in a partnership? What happens when you are out of the loop on an agreement? If you don't know the answers to these questions, be sure to get your education on the financial and managerial impacts, and the potential risks and rewards of Strategic Alliances,Joint Ventures and Collaborations.

If you're the Board President or Executive Director of a nonprofit ask yourself one question. Is your organization performing to the best of its abilities? Considering the tough economic times we are facing, nonprofit survival starts with excellence from the top down. Because your cause is essential to the health and well-being of your community, your board should be operating like a well-oiled machine. If your board hasn't been properly trained and certified in governance then you are putting more than just your nonprofit at risk.

Make sure your organization is equipped and empowered to handle any challenge – even in today’s economy. Give your non profit the distinction of quality leadership by receiving the *Essentials of Nonprofit Board Governance*. In as little as five board meetings, you and your board members can maximize your potential by learning how to build a winning governance structure, recruit key members, improve board effectiveness, and bring clarity to management roles and responsibilities. Have your Board of Directors earn the distinction of being certified in Nonprofit Board Governance.

Call NorthStar at 800-947-0129 for the costs of sessions customized for your board.