How to operate as a high-performing board, even with limited resources (Webinar)
Date: 06 May 2026
In association with
Wednesday 6 May | 1:00–2:00PM AEST | Online | Recorded
Presented by Board Surveys | FREE to attend
This webinar unpacks what truly drives collective board effectiveness - particularly in smaller, resource-constrained organisations where time, capability and capacity are stretched.
Gain real boardroom insights from a seasoned governance expert who has helped hundreds of boards improve how they operate as a team. You’ll explore the structural, behavioural and leadership factors that separate boards that are simply functional from those that are genuinely high-performing
At this training, you'll learn:
- What the latest data from boards like yours reveals about where effectiveness is being constrained—especially in smaller organisations
- Why time, structure and role clarity - not just capability - are often the biggest barriers to board performance
- How high-performing boards stay focused on what matters most, even with limited resources
- The structural and behavioural shifts that lift a board from “good enough” to genuinely effective
- The critical role of the Chair and how leadership shapes overall board performance.
Key details
Date: Wednesday, 6 May
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm AEST
Location: Online | Recorded
Price: FREE
This session is designed for board and committee members, senior staff, and leaders of not-for-profit and community organisations who are responsible for governance, safeguarding, or compliance.
Melbourne, Sydney, Hobart, Canberra, Brisbane: 1pm to 2pm
Adelaide, Darwin: 12.30pm to 1.30pm
Perth: 11am to 12pm
This session is recorded and a copy is sent to all who register within hours of the completion of the session.
Yes. We will share a copy of the slides will all who register for this session.
Your presenter
Nicholas Barnett
Founder | Board Surveys
Nicholas is passionate about helping boards improve their performance and effectiveness because better boards means better organisations.
He has conducted more than 250 board, spanning a diverse range of organisations from Dexus, GrainCorp and HESTA to Snowy Hydro, World Vision and Red Hill Football Netball Club. His deep experience, expertise and practical advice is invaluable for boards wanting to continually improve their performance.
What people say...
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"Thank you for affordable, quality professional development"
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