Practical Governance for Todays Boards - Watson Board Advisors

Description

The Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce is excited to present 'Practical Governance for Today’s Boards- Watson Board Advisors' on November 5th, 2026. 

Strong governance is foundational to effective leadership. It builds trust, accountability, and long-term organizational success for businesses, non-profits, chambers, and member-based organizations serving their communities.

Join Watson Board Advisors for a practical and engaging breakfast session designed for board members, executives, business leaders, and professionals looking to strengthen their governance knowledge. Drawing on extensive experience working with organizations across Canada, the Watson team will share insights, best practices, and real-world examples that participants can apply within their own organizations.

Whether you currently serve on a board or are interested in enhancing your understanding of governance, this session will provide valuable guidance on the responsibilities, opportunities, and challenges facing today's boards.

What You’ll Learn

● Foundations of effective board governance
● Director duties, responsibilities, and fiduciary obligations
● The role of boards, board chairs, and executive leadership
● Governance versus operations and where to draw the line
● Common governance challenges and how effective boards address them
● Best practices for building strong, accountable organizations

The session will conclude with a dedicated Q&A, providing attendees with the opportunity to ask questions and gain practical advice from experienced governance professionals.

Who Should Attend

● Current Board Members
● Board Chairs and Committee Chairs
● Executive Directors and CEOs
● Business Owners and Senior Leaders
● Non-Profit Professionals
● Individuals interested in strengthening their governance knowledge

Breakfast will be provided.

Meet our Advisors

Robyn Curry, Senior Associate

Robyn is a Senior Associate at Watson and has worked with hundreds of Board during her 10 year tenure at Watson. Robyn has worked closely with a wide varity of NFP boards across British Columbia and Cananda and is deeply familiar with the governance structures, pressures, and dynamics specific to the sector. She has facilitated conversations on role clarity, boardroom dynamics, and decision-making in complex environments.

In addition to her work at Watson, Robyn serves on the board of FarmFolk CityFolk. She brings both practical and theoretical insight to governance — and a clear understanding of what it takes to make it work in practice.

Robyn’s ongoing governance learning includes attending numerous workshops, webinars, courses and events, including: San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, Sotera Safety Aboriginal Awareness, U of A Indigenous Canada, University of Colorado

Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity, UBC Sauder Facilitation Skills for Leaders, DCRO Risk Governance Institute: An Introduction to Risk Governance

Cameron Wilson, Senior Associate

As a Senior Associate at Watson Board Advisors, Cameron supports clients on Director and CEO recruitment mandates and has recently led leadership searches for the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade and the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce. With experience at a global executive search firm, he brings cross-sector perspective and a strong understanding of the skills, leadership qualities, and attributes boards seek in effective directors and executives.

Prior to joining Watson, Cameron served as an Advisor in the Office of the Prime Minister of Canada, managing senior executive and board appointments for Crown corporations and federal agencies.

Cameron serves on the board of the Vancouver International Children’s Festival and is actively involved with community-based organizations, including Dress for Success Vancouver and the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation, bringing practical insight into governance and board effectiveness.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and a graduate degree from Carleton University’s Clayton H. Riddell Master of Political Management program.