Online Board Primer

GET THE TOOLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SUPPORT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED ON BOARDS

What Is The Online Board Primer Series?

The ACE Board Training Primer Series offers:

All online, self-paced learning, so you can study the key elements of board membership preparation at your own convenience.

  • Look Great On Paper: Discover the insider tips and techniques to create an outstanding board resume and stand out from the competition.

  • Make An Impression: Learn how to make a positive impact during your board interview and showcase your unique strengths and experience to prospective boards.

  • Get The Seat: Gain the confidence and knowledge to accept a board seat when it's offered to you. Be prepared to serve and lead in your new role.

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING

“Michele has designed an easy to follow program proven to increase the representation of women on corporate boards. The ACE Board Training Primer Video Series was a perfect fit for me as someone who had some board experience but was still seeking that key first paid board appointment. ”

— Marilyn Spink, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

“Thank you, Michele and guests...the stories and shared knowledge from you, the guest board members and John Kelley made so many of the situations I have seen while serving on boards make sense. ”

— Heather Bennett, Chicago, IL

How Does It Work?

Enroll in the ACE Board Training Primer Series and gain access to a comprehensive 3-part series to help you secure that coveted board seat. 

You'll have 60 days access to the 3-part series, an exclusive workbook and insider board tips.

  • • Primer I: Creating Your Board Resume

    • Primer II: Your Board Interview

    • Primer III: How to Get on Boards

    • PLUS *Bonus Video: Gender Dynamics in the Boardroom and workbook

Is This Right For You?

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Women starting their journey to the boardroom are perfect for this primer series.  Learn the basics of board preparation and begin your journey. This is a small investment of your time and money to find out if getting on a board is really for you and what primary steps you need to take to get yourself ready to get on corporate boards. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

This is the basic tool kit you need to start, and once you dip your toe in the water, you may discover you want to go deeper. The next level of board preparation would then be to enroll in one of the ACE Board Certification courses either online or live. Board certification adds credibility to your commitment of getting on a board.

  • Learn why a board resume is necessary, the key differences between a board resume and a professional job resume, and how to build a winning board resume.

  • Discover the unique nuances of board interviews and gain valuable insights into how to best prepare for them, so you can make a positive impression during your board interview and put your best foot forward.

  • Gain valuable guidance on the time and preparation needed to get on a board, including the length of time it may take to secure a board position, the qualifications that boards are looking for, and the key individuals you should be talking to in order to advance your board candidacy. With this essential knowledge, you'll be able to position yourself as a top candidate for the board positions you desire.

your fearless leader

Meet Michele

Michele Ashby is an accomplished leader with a diverse background in finance, mining and corporate boards. She is the Principal & Founder of ACE LLC and CDI LLC, where she trains and certifies women for corporate board positions. She has served on six corporate boards, 20+ years on non-profit boards, and 18 years on trade association boards. With 20 years of experience as a gold specialist/analyst and successful entrepreneur, she is a sought-after financial expert and keynote speaker. She is also an author of 3 books, ultra-athlete, and a philanthropist through the foundation she formed in her daughter’s memory, Dani's Foundation, which has contributed over $1 million for Ewing’s Sarcoma cancer research. She is a powerful force in her field and continues to drive positive change through her businesses and community involvement.

Meet Michele Ashby | ACE Online Board Education | Corporate Board Certification, Training & Placement For Women

Not Sure If You’re Ready To Take Your Board Seat?

Test your skills to see if you’re actually ready to take the seat you’ve always wanted on a coporate board, or if you need more guidance to get there.

ALL ONLINE, ALL SELF-PACED

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INVESTMENT

The investment for the Online Board Primer Series is $595 USD.