This two-part series provides comprehensive training for current and prospective nonprofit board members, as well as staff who work closely with boards. Over twelve hours, participants will gain an understanding of on nonprofit governance, including fiduciary responsibilities, and board-staff collaboration.
What You’ll Learn:
Who Should Attend? This workshop is designed for current and prospective nonprofit board members and staff who work closely with boards. Ideal for anyone seeking to strengthen governance skills, enhance financial oversight, and build collaborative leadership for greater organizational impact.
Dates & Times:
Location: San Antonio Area Foundation 155 Concord Plaza, Suite 301, San Antonio, TX 78216
Investment: $250.
Seats are limited – register today to secure your spot!
Funding Support may be available. Contact learning@saafdn.org to inquire.
Discount eligibility: Ask about how to become a member at membership@saafdn.org
Registration applies to both sessions.
M. Leslie Palmer Consulting Group – Managing Consultant – Founding Principal
After decades of for-profit and nonprofit experience, Leslie decided to strike out on her own, intending to share her expertise with the community, partner with other strong practitioners, and help grow the capacity and success of the nonprofit community in San Antonio and beyond. Previously, Leslie served as the Executive Director of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio, Vice President and Executive Director for City Year San Antonio, and Assistant Vice President of Development for the American National Red Cross to name a few.
Professionally, Leslie has had significant experiences in Annual & Major Gift Fundraising, Board Development, Capacity Building, Change Management, Communications, Community Collaboration, Marketing & Public Relations, and Strategic Planning. She has served on numerous boards and is presently Chair of City of San Antonio, Commission on Strengthening Family Well-Being; Vice Chair of Social Venture Partners San Antonio Board of Directors; Immediate Past Chair of Students of Service – San Antonio, Board of Directors.
Originally from Newport, RI, Leslie is a graduate of Villanova University. She has 3 wonderful adult children, a fabulous daughter-in-law, two delightful grandsons and a rescued dog.
M. Leslie Palmer Consulting Group – Senior Consultant
As a specialized writer of grants, policies, procedures and well-told stories, Denise’s career spans more than 35 years of for-profit and nonprofit experience in the medical, banking and social services professions. Her financial acuity and love of writing led her to a successful career in grant writing and nonprofit fundraising. Denise has significant experience in fund development, grant writing and management, as well as operations oversight for a variety of nonprofit organizations. An achievement-focused innovator, she is a strong collaborator and strategic thinker, able to resolve workplace challenges. Denise is a graduate of Belmont University and has an MBA from Keller School of Management.
Schriver Carmona – Title Founding Partner
Chris Carmona, CPA, is a founding partner of Schriver, Carmona & Company and has over 16 years of public accounting experience. Carmona received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Texas Society of CPAs. He currently serves as board member of KIPP Texas (regional), Eva’s Heroes, St. Matthew’s Catholic School, The Nonprofit Council, Guide Dogs of Texas, and C12: Leon Springs CEO Advisory Board.
