Boards who are made up of a diverse group of individuals can lead an organization to better serve their stakeholders by bringing a more equitable approach to leadership, while extending the organization's network and bringing a variety of perspectives to the table.
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with its members and partners is now offering a four-week seminar to train diverse leaders on how to effectively participate as Board members. This equity centered instruction will prepare our rising minority leaders to be able to compete for opportunities to serve on local Boards.
Participants in the Minority Board of Directors Training program are encouraged to engage with presenters and lessons to help mold their growth as a volunteer leader, in order to push equitable growth in their communities.
Submit Your Application for Minority Board of Directors Training Here.
Application deadline has been extended to will Friday, May 3.
About the Program
2024 Schedule
- Tuesday, May 14 (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.): The Five Core Competencies of Leadership
- Tuesday, May 21 (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.): Legal Accountability, Transparency and Financial Management
- Tuesday, May 28 (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.): What It Means to be a Minority Board Member
- Tuesday, June 4 (9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.): Understanding the Importance of Team Building followed by a Completion Celebration
A Capstone Project will account for four hours of instruction, with project scope provided one day one of instruction.
Upon completion, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce will assist in finding board assignments for those who have successfully completed Minority Board of Directors Training.
Submit Your Application for Minority Board of Directors Training Here.
Applications will be open through Friday, April 19.
Tuition
Tuition for participants employed by Chamber member companies/organizations is $400
Upon acceptance to the class, tuition is due in full. Tuition fee payments are final and are not refundable once the applicant has accepted their spot in the class.
Congratulations to those who completed the 2022 Minority Board of Directors Training program! These individuals are now more prepared to make an impact in areas for which they have a passion, and drive continued progress within the communities they serve.
