Understanding Governance and Boards

Explore the fundamentals of how startups and investors work through this five-part series on business and venture development.

Strong governance is essential for organizational success. In this session, governance expert Lori Tiller will explain how boards function, what they’re responsible for, and how to manage them effectively as a company leader. While her expertise comes from the nonprofit world, the lessons apply broadly to startups and established businesses alike. Participants will come away with a clearer sense of board roles, legal responsibilities, and how to build a governance structure that supports long-term growth.

Speaker: Lori Tiller, Director, M.A. Nonprofit Management and Leadership, University of Georgia