CEO-Board interaction is a key factor in organizational success. A positive Board-CEO relationship creates synergies that will support fundraising and leverage existing relationships between Board members, science centre interests and personal connections. Many CEOs play no role in developing their Board, however this can create significant issues for the organization if the Board lacks the requisite skills set to fulfill their responsibilities (or worse, wishes to play the CEO role).

Four experienced CEOs representing large and small organizations (from Canada, the US, New Zealand and the United Kingdom) will speak briefly about their approach to building the Board and ensuring a respectful relationship. Round table discussions will follow and allow participants to discuss their own experiences and pursue questions on the topic.