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(If you prefer to read a printed copy of this material, download the full CBLD brochure – PDF, 9 pages, 956K)
Cooperative Board Leadership Development (CBLD) is a program that sustains the continual development and success of co-op boards through an integrated and ongoing approach to board support. We invite you to join us in an approach that adds value to board work, heightens effective cooperative ownership and governance, and enriches a thriving cooperative development culture.
CBLD is designed to support your board on issues that are unique to your co-op, and also address issues common to food co-op boards across the country. Built on the learning and success of seven years of program development, CBLD includes:
- Ongoing consulting hours customized for your unique needs and issues.
- Board retreat planning and facilitation.
- CBL 101 — Foundations Class for Directors.
- Library of resources — Online recorded workshops, field guides, videos, sample policies, useful links, and valuable tools. www.cdsconsulting.coop/cbldlibrary
- Subscription to Connections, CBLD’s monthly online newsletter.
- In 2012 we are piloting three additional programs: Strategic Co-op Seminars, Leadership Training and CBLD for Startups.
CBLD is a calendar-year program with an annual fee (see below) and is designed to assist your board all year long.
CBLD 2012 program fee and related costs
The CBLD program fee for 2012 participation is $5,850.
It is paid in four installments in March, June, September and December.
Financial assistance may be available to support participation in CBLD. If your board faces financial constraints to participation, please contact Mark Goehring (MarkGoehring@cdsconsulting.coop).
In addition to the participation fee, your co-op will also need to budget for:
- Logistical costs for your retreat and travel costs for your consultant to attend.
- Travel costs for your directors to attend CBL101
- Telephone costs associated with consulting calls and online workshops.
More information
Download the full CBLD brochure (PDF, 9 pages, 956K)
Contact Mark Goehring (MarkGoehring@cdsconsulting.coop)
