CVCA/ICD Private Capital Governance Program (Venture Capital Cohort)

April 8 and 22 (Zoom)
April 29 and 30 (In-Class)

Brief Description

The Private Capital Governance Program (Venture Capital Cohort), delivered in collaboration with the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA), the Venture Capital Association of Alberta (VCAA), and the Institute for Corporate Directors (ICD), is designed to empower VC investors, independent directors, and CEOs. The program includes two days of Zoom discussions (April 8 and 22) and two days of in-class sessions (April 29 and 30) and will deepen your understanding of best practices, provide insights into recent corporate governance developments, and equip you with practical skills and strategies to drive governance excellence in VC-backed organizations. Join us to network with industry leaders and elevate your governance expertise in Calgary!

The Private Capital Governance Program (Venture Capital Cohort) is a cohort-based, blended-learning program that combines self-directed asynchronous online learning with live online intensive discussions, case analyses, and small group meetings with other Board Directors. The program draws upon academic research and current governance practices, with a focus on providing participants with practical skills and strategies to enable them to make a significant difference in the governance of their portfolio companies upon program completion. In addition, the program will provide participants with the opportunity to reflect upon their own board experiences and share those experiences with their peers.

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Testimonials from Past Participants

Overall was pleasantly surprised at the quality and relevance to our sector. Well Done all!
The course was very well structured and the context was very interesting.
Overall, this was excellent and I am very satisfied with the experience. Thank you very much for providing the forum!
I think this could be a really powerful program for first time founders/CEOs
Well run course. Michael is the best on this topic!

CVCA/ICD Private Capital Governance Program (Private Equity Cohort)

November 19 and 26 (Zoom)
December 3 and 4 (In-Class)

Brief Description

The Private Capital Governance Program (Private Equity Cohort) is a cohort-based, blended-learning program that combines self-directed asynchronous online learning with live online intensive discussions, case analyses, and small in-person group meetings with other private equity professionals. The program includes two days of Zoom discussions (November 19 and 26) and two days of in-class sessions (December 3 and 4). The program draws upon academic research and current governance practices, with a focus on providing participants with practical skills and strategies to enable them to make a significant difference in the governance of their portfolio companies upon program completion.

In addition, the program will provide participants with the opportunity to reflect upon their own board experiences and share those experiences with their peers.

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Testimonials from Past Participants

Well run program. The online portion was challenging, and in person classroom was much more engaging.
I loved the program! I certainly came away feeling much more clear on my responsibilities and can better distinguish my role as a director, from my role as an employee of a Family Office.
Michael kept the sessions moving well and was engaged throughout.
It was obvious to me that Michael put a lot of research, time, thought, and energy into this course. It was superb value for money.
I thought it was great the way the way the asynchronous content was presented. Michael moved at a nice pace, he spoke clearly, and explained his thought process completely. He did not leave any gaps.
I got so much out of this program. The presentation materials and the asynchronous content were great. All the links to the supporting materials (NACO, National Instruments, CVCA documents, etc.) were a treasure trove of VC documentation hacks.
Michael provided real life examples, application of theory, case study, with a great overall teaching pace and clarity. The supplementation information he provided was also very helpful.
Michael was very deft at keeping things on track, and his self-depreciating sense of humour makes the learning fun.