The fourth annual SpringBoard Conference will help South Carolina women who have yet to seek positions on appointed boards and commissions gain the knowledge and confidence to do so and help women already serving become more effective board members. Learn the important role boards and commissions play in our government, understand the responsibilities associated with serving, and how to stand out in the application process. We’ll help you find the right board for your interests and experience, submit, and follow up on your application.

New this year–learn about service on corporate and nonprofit boards and hear from the officials who oversee appointments to statewide boards!

This is a virtual only conference.

Sessions:

Leading in the Private Sector: Serving on a Corporate or Non-Profit Board
Learn what it’s like serving on a private board, how to know if it’s the right fit for you, what experience you need, and how to find opportunities.

Starting at Home: Serving on a Local Appointed Board
Learn the roles boards and commissions play in local government, how they function, and the type of boards you can expect to find.

A New Solution: Appointments in the Digital Age
MatchBoard Demonstration presented by SC Women in Leadership
Learn how the innovative new MatchBoard app can help you find and apply for boards in your area.

The Secret Formula for Being Appointed
What makes a candidate stand out to the council members and mayors making appointments? What skills should you have? Can networking help? What should you do before and after you apply?

How to Become a (More) Effective Board Member
What’s it like to serve? What’s the time commitment involved and how do you juggle it with other responsibilities? How many hours a month are you working outside of meetings? How do you handle conflict during meetings? How can you build a relationship with council members and officials? How do you increase your value to and status on the board?

Expanded Horizons: Serving on a Statewide Board
Learn more about opportunities to serve at the state level and how the appointment process varies from local appointments.

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