Stepping into the role of Employee Trustee or Director is both a privilege and a responsibility. You’re not only part of your business’ governance structure but become a key employee ownership guardian for all colleagues.
Through expert-led sessions, practical exercises, and shared insight from across the EO community, this course is designed to ensure you understand exactly what you’re signing up to, and how to perform that role with clarity and confidence.
As well as learning what the role requires, you’ll also explore how to apply it in practice. From financial insight to representing your views alongside employees in decision-making and providing constructive challenge, the course is designed to strengthen your effectiveness from day one.
Join us on 21 July 2026, 9.00am for this two and a half day, highly interactive virtual classroom experience that balances expert input, real-world case studies, and peer discussion.
Course Dates & Times
21 July, 9.00am – 2.30pm
22 July, 9.00am – 2.30pm
23 July, 9.00am – 12.00pm
You’ll also connect with fellow Employee Trustees and Directors from across the EO community, building a valuable professional network to support your ongoing EO journey.
What You'll Learn
- The structure, purpose, and governance of EOTs
- The duties, obligations, and practical responsibilities of an Employee Trustee or Director
- How to make effective, well-informed decisions (including how to interpret key financial information)
- How to share your views with confidence, while being informed by wider employee sentiment
- How to provide constructive challenge and navigate difficult conversations
- How to apply The EO Mindset behaviours within your governance role
Who Should Attend This Course?
- Newly appointed or existing Employee Trustees of Employee Ownership Trusts
- Newly appointed or existing Employee Directors on the boards of EO businesses
- Individuals preparing to step into an Employee Trustee or Director role
If you’re an experienced company director, exiting founder, and/or an Independent Trustee looking for a best practice approach to robust EOT governance practices, check out our EOT Trustee Masterclass
Course Director
Yogi Johnston is the eoa’s eo Learn Development Manager and the developer of The EO Mindset behavioural model. With over 7 years supporting employee owned businesses and more than 20 years in the learning and development space, Yogi designs tailored training solutions that empower EO businesses to strengthen their ownership culture and unlock the full potential of their teams.
Course Pricing
- £900 +VAT (Members)
- £1,130 +VAT (Non-members)