For the fund development program, participating organizations were required to bring a team, which included the Executive Director, Board Chair, the Fund Development Committee Chair, and the Director of Development if such a position existed. For the governance program, participating organizations were required to bring the Executive Director and Board Chair. The team approach enhanced learning and produced a core group to lead change back in the respective organizations.

         Following the success of the fund development training programs, Joyaux was asked to develop a governance training program. This 4-session series incorporated best practice and practical examples of how to strengthen the board. Topics included the functions of the board as distinguished from the performance expectations of the individual board member; skills and behaviors necessary to produce an effective board; recruitment strategies including the screening interview; and, how to design and facilitate an effective board meeting.