Board-Way Options
Board-way provides targeted, pay-for-what-you-need support, from refining your pitch and LinkedIn profile to crafting or improving your board bio, cover letters, interview preparation, networking strategy, and overall board positioning. We deliver exactly what you need, no annual commitments, no bundles, no fluff.
Board Strategy Coaching Sessions
Showcase yourself as someone who is qualified with personalized, high-impact sessions that will help you secure corporate board seats.
These sessions are $400/hour (minimum purchase of 2 hours) but act now for a special offer of $600 for 2-hours of one-on-one board strategy coaching with Sheila. Sessions must be used within 3 months from date of purchase).
In these sessions, you can receive expert guidance on any of the following topics:
Elevator pitch/value prop creation
Linkedin profile suggestions
Review and suggestions of your current board bio
Cover letters Board seat interviewing tips discussion
Networking strategies (who, how, when and a structured process to give you results)
Positioning yourself for board service
PRICE: $800 $600 (ending Sunday, December 7 at 8:00 pm ET
Board Bio Creation Package
If you do not have a board bio, consider purchasing this package and Sheila can help you create your board bio using your existing resume/CV and other documents.
Remember, your board bio is your first impression, it must clearly showcase your skills, accomplishments, and impact to position you as a strong corporate board candidate. Board Strategist Coach Sheila Ronning knows what a strong board bio needs, and can help you to craft a compelling, board-ready bio that highlights your unique value and governance expertise.
Our tailored process ensures your bio aligns with corporate board expectations and effectively communicates your strengths.
Through a review of your resume and LinkedIn as well as a one-on-one call Sheila will learn more about you to understand your value proposition, creating an “Elevator Pitch” to help you express your value while networking.
Sheila will create your executive summary to highlight your value add for board service.
Sheila will dig in with you to showcase the impact you have that aligns with what boards are looking for in strong candidates.
The Board-way team will then take over to professionally design an attractive, fully-customized Board Bio
You will receive a polished, boardroom-ready final product that will catch the eye of all who see it.
PRICE: $3000 $2,500 (ending Sunday, December 7 at 8:00 pm ET
Not sure if you are ready or qualified to serve on a corporate board? Book a free exploratory call with CEO & Founder Sheila Ronning to get a better understanding of where you are, where you need to be, and how we can help.
Explore our annual membership options designed to support every stage of your boardroom journey. From access to exclusive webinars and fireside chats to personalized planning and execution sessions with CEO and Founder Sheila Ronning, each membership level offers valuable benefits. VIP members also enjoy access to group sessions in addition to private 1:1 calls. Review the packages below to find the membership that’s right for you—and discover all the ways we can support your board service goals.More details about everything we have to offer can be found below as well.
Women in the Boardroom VIP Membership Options
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Unlimited access to live and recorded webinars and fireside chats
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150+ recorded webinars and fireside chats, as well as 8-12 new events per year, all on topics that can help you land your board seat and prepare you for board service.
Valued over $7,500 |
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Exposure & perks with our partners at top board-related publications
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Benefit from our partnerships with Corporate Board Member Magazine, Directors & Board Magazine, Private Company Directors Magazine, and Family Business Boards.
Valued over $1,500 |
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Notifications of Board Openings
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While we are not a search firm, we receive board openings through our network that we are able to pass on to our members from public and privately held companies, as well as private equity, etc. We have no guarantee of how many openings may be received.
Valued over $1,000 |
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Invitation to our Board Assembly event
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This exclusive event gathers board influencers and insiders, both men and women, to engage in structured networking and learn from distinguished speakers.
Valued over $1,500 |
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Personal Branding: Elevator pitch that communicates your unique value
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Capture the attention of new contacts and help your network help you by having an impactful, informative, and powerful elevator pitch, or value proposition. Valued up to $2,500 |
Group | 1:1/Group | 1:1/Group |
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Personal Branding: Board Bio that spotlights your achievements and the impact you've made
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Your board bio should showcase your experiences, leadership and the unique value you bring to a board. Over 20 years of experience has helped us develop an ideal one-page board bio that will get you noticed. Valued up to $3,000 |
Group | 1:1/Group | 1:1/Group |
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Personal Branding: LinkedIn profile that showcases your expertise
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Your LinkedIn profile is important when it comes to getting on a board. You will want it to make sure it looks good, and is aligned with your board bio to show off your unique board value.
Valued up to $2,500 |
Group | 1:1/Group | 1:1/Group |
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Networking strategies to get the best ROI on your time and energy
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Networking can get a bad name, but is all about having real conversations. If you want to get a good ROI on your networking efforts, though, it is important to have a strategy. We have developed a strategy for building your network, and maintaining those relationships.
Valued up to $7,500 |
Group | 1:1/Group | 1:1/Group |
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Training on the latest technologies to enhance your personal branding and networking strategy
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We will show you how to use technologies like AI, Canva, and other relevant web-based solutions that will help you in keeping your branding updated and building your network.
Valued up to $3,000 |
Group | Group | 1:1/Group |
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Cover letters that will make you stand out and get you in the yes pile
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Having an excellent cover letter can help you really stand out from other candidates. We can guide you on how to create a cover letter that reflects why you are the right person for the position. Valued up to $1,000 |
Group | Group | 1:1/Group |
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Interview prep to get you one step closer to reaching your goal
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There is a distinct difference between interviewing for a management position and interviewing for a board seat. We will help you prepare for being assessed in risk, crisis management, and ability to partake in conversations around strategic growth. Valued up to $2,000 |
Group | Group | 1:1/Group |
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Ongoing accountability partnership to keep you on track and reach your goals
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Research shows that having an Accountability Partner with whom you check in regularly makes it 95% likely that you will achieve your goals - whether in group sessions or 1:1 with Sheila Ronning, we can provide that necessary accountability. Valued up to $4,000 |
Group | Group | 1:1/Group |
| Package Value Membership Price |
$21,400 |
$26,900 |
$37,000 |
Not sure if you are ready or qualified to serve on a corporate board? Book a free exploratory call with CEO & Founder Sheila Ronning to get a better understanding of where you are, where you need to be, and how we can help.