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The Premier Board Leadership Program

Advance Your Leadership. Expand Your Network. Make an Impact.

The most impactful leaders don’t just climb the corporate ladder—they extend their influence beyond their workplace. Nonprofit board service is one of the most powerful ways to accelerate your leadership, expand your network, and make a lasting impact beyond your day-to-day role. 

Since 2017, DiverseForce On Boards, in collaboration with ImpactED at the University of Pennsylvania, has trained mid-to-senior-level professionals in board governance and leadership development, equipping them to make an impact in nonprofit boardrooms and beyond.

Ready to elevate your leadership and create lasting change?

ABOUT THE Program

A High-Impact Leadership Program

Join a select group of high-impact professionals shaping industries, leading organizations, and driving change.

DiverseForce On Boards is a live, six-month board training and leadership development program designed for professionals across industries and geographic locations. The program is interactive, with expert-led sessions and a virtual-first, structured cohort experience. 

Our Core Pillars

Board Governance Mastery

Gain expertise in strategic planning, financial oversight, legal compliance, and fundraising to become an effective nonprofit board leader.

Leadership Development

Strengthen your executive presence through workshops and peer learning, refining your leadership style and decision-making approach.

Strategic & Inclusive Governance

Learn how to foster effective, forward-thinking boards that reflect the communities they serve and drive organizational impact.

Nonprofit Board Matching

Connect with mission-aligned nonprofits seeking skilled and strategic board leaders.

Program Outcomes: Elevate Your Leadership & Impact

DiverseForce On Boards delivers powerful, measurable results for participants:
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Ivy League Credential

Strengthen your leadership credentials with a prestigious board governance certification from the University of Pennsylvania.

Board Placement Opportunities

Access our network of 400+ nonprofit partners seeking mission-driven board members.

Executive-Level Transferable Skills

Develop strategic decision-making, financial stewardship, and governance expertise that apply to both career advancement and board leadership.

Community Impact

Drive meaningful change in organizations and communities through strategic leadership.

Expanded Social Capital & Influence

Build relationships with accomplished business and civic leaders, opening doors to leadership roles in governance and beyond.

Proven Success & Lasting Impact

Cohorts Completed

Graduates

Nonprofit Partners

Board Seats Filled

DiverseForce On Boards has helped hundreds of professionals accelerate their leadership journeys. Are you next?

Hear From Our Alumni

"This experience reminded me that iron sharpens iron. It increased my leadership competencies, and social capital. Through DiverseForce’s opportunity matching, I found both a nonprofit board position to serve my community, AND my next career move to serve as executive director of Compass Pro Bono."

Melinda Johnson
Executive Director
Compass Pro Bono
"It was an amazing experience, the best professional development program I've done!" 

Gabriella Patton
Director, Impact & Inclusion
Comcast
"Following my DiverseForce On Boards training, I was matched with a nonprofit board chaired by David Cohen, senior advisor at Comcast, who appointed me as a committee chair. Connections like these can break down dividing lines. Shortly after, I was named President and CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce. You never know exactly what doors can open up when you sit within proximity to power."

Regina Hairston
President & CEO
African American Chamber of Commerce
"My experience with DiverseForce has been extraordinary! It was a pleasure to be a part of a program and cohort that emphasizes the importance of diversity. At every meeting, we are reminded that we cannot stop when we obtain a seat at the table but it is imperative that pull up a chair for someone else... I am truly grateful for the guidance and level of expertise experienced throughout this process. On day one, I am ready to make a meaningful impact on the board I will be privileged to serve on."

Steven Chintaman
Attorney and Government Affairs Professional
Bellevue Strategies, LLC
"The DiverseForce on Boards program was an amazing leadership experience! The program not only provided me with the knowledge to confidently navigate my responsibilities as a board member for a non-profit, but it helped me to evaluate my talents as a leader to ensure my success on an organization's bottom line and mission. To say that I was impressed with the DiverseForce on Boards program would be an understatement! The program provided a holistic approach to non-profit board leadership that was truly invaluable. DiverseForce also ensured that minorities have an equitable opportunity to have a seat at the table. " 

Ayanna Washington
Executive Director
Community College of Philadelphia
"DiverseForce On Boards has literally been life-changing for me! Through their programming, I have learned how I can make a difference in my community through board service. The leadership training has been invaluable, as I’ve been able to put these teachings into practice in real-time."

Stephanie Humphrey
Technology & Lifestyle Expert
ABC News
"My experience with the DiverseForce On Boards Program was one of the best professional learning experiences I have ever had as a professional. I now feel prepared to serve as a board chair of a high-level national education board and to use my experience to serve locally as well. 

Al Motley
Founder & CEO
Techademics
"This program is the most intentionally well structured, immediately beneficial, and purpose aligned program that I have attended to date."

Sarah Robbins
Executive Leader & Consultant
Freelancer
"I now know that I have the skills required to make the appropriate and positive impact!"

Dr. Chuck Morris
CEO
NFL Alumni Performance Lab

Our Partners

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For Nonprofits – Build a Stronger, More Effective Board

Are you a charitable organization committed to attracting and recruiting leaders who bring fresh perspectives and lived experiences to your board?

The DiverseForce On Boards program offers a pipeline of high-caliber professionals, representing all dimensions of diversity, ready to serve on nonprofit boards. As a matching partner, you gain access to:


  • Stronger Governance & Decision-Making – Enhance your board with experienced leaders who bring strategic insight and sector expertise.
  • Expanded Networks & Funding Opportunities – Connect with professionals who help attract a broader range of donors, corporate sponsors, and community partners.
  • Increased Board Engagement & Effectiveness – Strengthen board participation with trained, mission-driven professionals eager to contribute.

Elevate your nonprofit board with exceptional talent and experience the transformative impact it brings.

For Employers – Develop Leaders & Strengthen Your Impact

Are you an employer committed to advancing leadership development, community engagement, and workplace culture?

Sponsoring employees through DiverseForce On Boards helps you:

  • Cultivate Future Executives – Equip rising leaders with strategic decision-making and governance skills that enhance their professional growth.
  • Strengthen Employee Retention & Engagement – Empower top talent by connecting them to meaningful leadership roles, increasing job satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Elevate Your Corporate Reputation – Position your company as a leader in corporate social responsibility by investing in leadership development that benefits both business and society.

Partner with us to develop inclusive leaders who create lasting impact in the workplace and beyond.

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Join a Network of High-Impact Leaders

DiverseForce On Boards is more than a program—it’s a launchpad for impact and leadership. Our alumni are serving on boards, leading organizations, and making a measurable impact. Are you ready to take the next step?