Build Governance Mastery

Equip board members with essential fiduciary, ethical, and operational governance skills.

Drive Strategic Execution

Enable real-time decision-making and problem-solving to meet business, fundraising, and mission challenges.

Foster Continuous Growth

Cultivate a culture of accountability, ongoing learning, and courageous leadership within the board.

About the Course

At The Practice Center, we believe that board leadership should be bold, ethical, and impact-driven. In this immersive course, you'll gain the practical skills and dynamic insights needed to transform your role from a traditional board member into a courageous leader. Through interactive lessons, real-world case studies, and engaging discussions, you'll master ethical governance, strategic planning, and financial stewardship—empowering you to make game-changing decisions that drive mission success. Whether you're new to the board or ready to elevate your leadership, join us and turn your passion for service into measurable impact. Enroll today and start your journey to becoming a board leader who truly makes a difference!

JoYi Rhyss

JoYi Rhyss is the founder, executive director and senior facilitator at The Practice Center, with over 20 years of experience serving on boards both as a member and as staff. Having witnessed firsthand the challenges and shortcomings of traditional board practices, JoYi has dedicated her career to uncovering best practices and fostering values-based governance. Drawing on her extensive background as a facilitator, curriculum developer, program developer, and researcher, she created this course to empower leaders to practice courageous governance. Specializing in mindfulness, forgiveness, and attitudinal healing, JoYi is committed to transforming board culture and guiding organizations toward ethical, transformative leadership.

Ready to Practice Courageous Governance?

Transform your board leadership into a powerhouse of ethical governance, strategic execution, and mission-driven impact. Enroll now to gain the practical skills and bold mindset needed to make decisive, lasting change in your nonprofit.