
MAKE AN EFFORT TO DO IT RIGHT
As is the case in any industry, the Board Director vertical has specific requirements that are a must to land coveted Board seats. Unfortunately, most aspiring and experienced Directors approach Board Directorship opportunities like they would apply for a job — this is a big mistake. Even when working with an executive/Board search or placement agency, packaging yourself properly first is a must! The fact is that both aspiring and experienced Board Directors of all ages are still in high demand; however, if you are not viewed as having ‘next-gen Director’ qualities and haven’t adequately packaged yourself for serious consideration, your chances of appointment are greatly minimized. Remember, the key to landing an additional or your first Board seat is in your packaging… So make an effort to do it right.
ASPIRING DIRECTORS
Aspiring Directors looking to comprehensively understand board operations, decision processes, and structures.
Any Level of Director
Experienced Directors with the desire to increase their own knowledge above what they have experienced as well as elevate and apply modern concepts to the Boards they serve.
Experienced Directors
Any level of Director (aspiring to experienced) looking to fully understand modern Board Director Candidate ‘packaging’ and marketing to land additional or their first Board seat(s).
1:1 Education Sessions | Group Education Sessions (8 or more registrants) | On-Demand Education Sessions | |
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12 Engaging + Detailed Sessions | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Modern Board Operations Knowledge | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Modern Board Director Candidate ‘Packaging’ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Outlines & Templates | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Phase / Program Competency Testing | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
IBDC.D Certification (3 years) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
IBDC.D Printed Certificate | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
‘Across The Board Book’ (full digital excerpts) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
12 Live + Interactive Session Summaries | ✔ | ✔ | |
Individualized / Personal Focus | ✔ | ||
Board Opportunity Introductions (when possible) | ✔ | ||
Board Director Spotlight Ad | ✔ | ||
Board Documents Review | ✔ |
LET’S MAKE YOU AN EXCEPTIONAL BOARD DIRECTOR CANDIDATE TODAY!

Program graduates receive their IBDC.D Certification, valid for 3 years after successful course completion. Within each 3-year recertification period, 15 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits are required to demonstrate ongoing professional development and keep the designation active.