DirectHer X CHOA X ATB present: Board Basics

DirectHer is partnering with CHOA and ATB for a special presentation of our foundational Board Basics Course. 

What to expect: This event will start with an exploration of gender diversity on boards – including where we are at, and why we should all care about moving the needle. From there, the DirectHer team will teach you the fundamentals of being a director, including: a director’s role, various governing models, common language and process, basic director financial literacy and more. We are excited to have a number of special panelists joining us for this event, who will speak about their experiences on boards throughout:

• Sue MacKenzie, Director for Enerplus, Freehold Royalties Ltd., Precision Drilling Corporation and Meg Energy
• Louisa De Carlo, Director for CHOA, Canadian Spirit Resources Inc.
• Manjit Minhas, Director for ATB Financial, YYC Calgary Airport Authority, Alberta Small Brewers Association, Spiritleaf Cannabis

Who should attend? Anyone! DirectHer, CHOA and ATB welcome gender diverse participants who are allies in gender equality and interested in learning more about governance (especially those who are new to board governance or are looking for a refresher on foundational concepts).

CHOA members can attend on a complimentary basis - please contact mproulx@choa.ab.ca for more information. Pre-registration is mandatory. Non-CHOA members can purchase tickets on a "by donation" basis to DirectHer (with a suggested minimum donation of $10). If cost is a barrier - please contact info@directhernetwork.com to inquire into our Scholarship program. Please note - ticket sales are final. 

 

More about DirectHer, CHOA and ATB

DirectHer is an Alberta-based charity supporting an expanded pool of women to become board directors. Through accessible and relatable governance education and an inclusive community, we are helping diverse women get on boards, sooner.

For 35 years, the Canadian Heavy Oil Association (CHOA) has worked to strengthen Canada's energy industry by providing our members, sponsors, and the general public with technical, educational and social programs that accelerate and expand their knowledge, relationships and influence in our heavy oil and oil sands community. With over 2000 members and events that engage thousands more industry professionals.

With $55.5 billion in assets, ATB Financial is an Alberta-built financial institution that is a catalyst for economic growth in our province. We got started in 1938 to help Albertans through tough economic times. Today, ATB Financial’s more than 5,000 team members love to deliver exceptional experiences to over 800,000 clients through our many branches and agencies, our 24-hour Client Care Centre, four entrepreneur centres, and our digital banking options. Everything we do is focused on how we can serve Albertans—from providing expert advice and supporting entrepreneurs to helping Albertans buy a home and grow their wealth.