Advanced education

This program is a complement to the core curriculum of the Startup Board Academy, allowing startup and scale-up board members to deepen their expertise and acquire practical tools for effective governance.

Workshops Fees:
External participant: CHF 150 per workshop / Board Academy Alumni: CHF 130 per workshop
15% discount on booking three or more workshops

Our advanced workshops are specifically designed for board members seeking to enhance their performance and gain the specialized tools necessary for effective governance.

While the core curriculum at the Startup Board Academy focuses on providing a clear understanding of the role of a board member in Switzerland, including legal liabilities, the workshops serve as an important complement. They offer deeper insights into critical responsibilities and provide the in-depth knowledge needed to tackle the unique challenges of board governance that go beyond the essential principles covered in the core sessions.

By participating in our workshops, you will explore a wide range of important board topics, including:

• How to conduct a board due diligence: Equip yourself with the skills to assess the company’s financial health, legal obligations, and operational performance, ensuring you make informed decisions.
• How to run board meetings and shareholder meetings: Learn how to plan and lead productive meetings that foster transparency, communication, and accountability among stakeholders.
• Organizing and managing Annual General Meetings (AGM) and Extraordinary General Meetings (EGM): focusing on the legal obligations, procedures, and strategic decisions involved. These meetings are essential for ensuring compliance, maintaining shareholder engagement, and facilitating critical decision-making processes for the board.
• How to be a good chair: Discover the qualities of strong leadership, ensuring meetings are well-managed, discussions are inclusive, and decisions are implemented effectively.
• Learning about the board chair description, board chair roles and responsibilities and board chair duties.
• Monitoring sales performance from the boardroom: Understand how to oversee sales metrics and performance, ensuring that the company meets its growth and revenue targets.
• How to be a good board member – addressing core strategic areas such as:
  • Strategy: Guiding the long-term direction of the company.
  • Support the shareholders’ vision and help to recruit the right board members.
  • Risk management: Identifying and mitigating risks that could affect the company’s success.
  • Financial oversight: Ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining financial health.
  • Financing: Exploring funding strategies and capital-raising techniques.
  • Exit strategies: Understanding the complexities of trade sales and startup exits

Each topic is addressed with practical, actionable solutions that board members can apply immediately to their responsibilities. These advanced workshops offer the opportunity for hands-on learning and tailored education, ensuring participants are fully prepared to address the challenges of governance.

By participating in these workshops, board members gain the advanced knowledge necessary to tackle real-world challenges, making them an indispensable part of our educational offering. Whether you’re a seasoned board member or new to your role, these workshops will provide you with the expertise and tools needed to excel in your duties.