The Numbers Every Board Member Must Know
1h 0m
As a board member, you don’t need to be a CPA, but you do need to master the financial fluency that drives effective oversight. In this dynamic and highly practical session, Aleesha Webb, Founder of LadyBanker™, seasoned bank president, and respected board director, will demystify the “Big 3” financial statements, highlight the critical metrics every director should track, and share tools to confidently evaluate budgets and forecasts.
Designed for YPO leaders, this program goes beyond textbook theory. You’ll gain insider insights from Aleesha’s nearly 30 years in banking, board governance, and entrepreneurial finance, leaving you with a toolkit to read financial packets faster, spot red flags sooner, and ask the kinds of smart questions that elevate boardroom conversation.
Key Takeaways:
• Decode the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow Statement at a board-ready level
• Understand and apply essential metrics like EBITDA, liquidity ratios, and cash runway
• Learn practical tools to assess budgets and forecast assumptions with strategic oversight