Q: What’s special about Brown Dog Consulting?

A: We explain concepts and principles in a simple and engaging way, with an emphasis on creative, hand-drawn visuals.

We also ensure that you can use Policy Governance principles in ways that work well for your board and organization, and clients appreciate that we provide very responsive, human customer service.

Our Services

Q: What are your services?

A: We offer online courses, virtual governance coaching, and in person workshops and speaking engagements. We also have a Train-the-Trainer program designed for clients wanting to develop internal Policy Governance coaching and facilitation expertise.

Q: How do we contact Brown Dog Consulting?

A: The quickest way to reach us is by email.

To chat by phone or Zoom, use our online scheduling app to set up a time that works for both of us.

Q: How do we request a proposal from Brown Dog Consulting to facilitate a workshop or retreat?

A: To request an in person workshop proposal, please set up a Zoom call with both your CEO/Executive Director and your Board Chair. On this call we will want to learn what a successful workshop looks like for you and what your timeline is, and then we can outline a price range and determine next steps.

Q: Can we obtain your virtual governance coaching assistance on an hourly basis?

A: Yes, we can either bill by the hour, or you can pre-purchase a ten-hour block of time at a reduced rate.

Board EXCELerator

Q: How do we purchase the Board EXCELerator?

A: As a new client, please schedule a brief call with us. Then, when we know what you need, we will send an invoice and process course enrolments as soon as payment is received. Returning clients can just send us a request by email.

Q: How much does the Board EXCELerator cost?

A: Pricing is on a per-person basis, and depends on how many course participants you have and whether or not a group discount applies. Please set up a call with us for more information.

Q: For how long do participants have access to the Board EXCELerator modules?

A: Six months, with additional months available at $25/month.

Q: Do we have to purchase several Board EXCELerator course credits at a time?

A: No, you can enrol people one at a time if needed. Most clients sign up all board members to start, and then enrol new board members as needed after that.

Intellectual Property, History, and Locations

Q: Your drawings and materials are so great! Can we use them?

A: We take intellectual property rights very seriously at Brown Dog Consulting. As such, please send us an email to request written permission to use or to copy any of our drawings or materials, and always acknowledge that Brown Dog Consulting at https://www.browndogconsulting.com/ is the source of the drawings or materials that you wish to share.

Q: Are you affiliated with Govern for Impact?

A: No. We were actively involved in its predecessor, the International Policy Governance Association (IPGA), from 2002 – 2018, including founding and organizing the first-ever international Policy Governance conference. Held near Chicago in June 2004, this conference then became an annual event.

We did become a member of Govern for Impact upon its formation in 2018. In late 2019, however, we made the difficult decision to end our Govern for Impact membership.

Q: For how long has Brown Dog Consulting been in business?

A: Brown Dog Consulting was established in 1999.

Q: Where are you based?

A: Brown Dog Consulting is based in Ottawa, Canada, and works with Brown Dog Consulting USA Inc., which is based in Hanover, Massachusetts. Clients located in the USA are invoiced by Brown Dog Consulting USA Inc., and international clients are invoiced by Brown Dog Consulting in Canada.