General board governance

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General board governance

5/11/2022 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM (CT)

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Training Seminar Outline

Advanced Preparation: None
Level: Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
CPE*: 1.5 credits

Description

This session is designed for all types of boards. It will cover the following topics:

• Management’s expectations
• Conflicts of interest
• Rights
• Responsibilities
• Board and internal controls
• Risk management
• Board evaluation

It will also include an exercise to test your level of understanding.

Learning objectives:

1. Build awareness of overall board roles and responsibilities.
2. Discuss board responsibilities related to risk management.
3. Explore how to create a “tone at the top.”

Registration Fee*

$195

My Wipfli Membership Service members automatically receive an additional $25 discount per registrant!

Payment:

Payment is processed at the time of registration. Wipfli accepts AmEx, Discover, Visa and Mastercard.

Transfers and Cancellations:

• Participants who are unable to attend may be eligible to transfer or cancel their registration. All transfer or cancellation requests must be received in writing no later than two business days before the start of the event for which you are currently registered. * A $25.00 service fee will be applied to all transfer and cancellation requests. Additional fees may apply.
• Participants who registered but did not attend the event or complete a request to transfer or cancel within the allotted time are liable for the full registration fee.
• If Wipfli reschedules or cancels the event, you will be notified via email, at which time you will be given the option to transfer to another training or receive a refund.
• *For more information including deadlines and fees, view the full policy here. For questions or concerns, please call 888 876 4992 or email gfponline@wipfli.com (subject line: “Registration Transfer [Cancellation]”).

Be prepared:

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Certificate of Participation and CPE credit

• Each person attending the webinar who needs a certificate of participation/continuing professional education (CPE) credits (live webinars only) must submit their key words within 24 hours of the webinar:
  • Complete the survey (located in the Menu).
  • Enter the key words in the order they were given during the webinar. We cannot provide the key words after they’ve been given.
• Upon receipt, the information will be verified, and if it is accepted, you will receive a Certificate of Participation via email within 14 business days. 

National Registry of CPE Sponsors: Wipfli LLP is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the national Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.