Accelerate Your Board Journey Confidently and Successfully.
Our alumni have gone on to serve on the boards of public and private companies, including The Container Store, McAfee, Dolby, US Bank, Farmers Insurance, Lincoln Financial, and hundreds more.
There are only 2 cohorts scheduled for 2025 so enroll now!
*All sessions are recorded so if you miss a session you can catch up!
My Board Blueprint is not another course about board governance. It is the only course of its kind. We help you articulate your board story and get it out to the world so you can get on more boards. It’s that simple.
We know exactly what boards are looking for. We also know how to cut through the noise. How to create a winning value proposition: A straightforward message that translates your operational experience into the strategic outcomes that belong in the boardroom.
This is hard to do, but it’s what we do best. When you join a My Board Blueprint cohort, you’ll have the expert guidance of Tissa Richards and the collective insights and feedback of a remarkable group of executives and board directors. It’s a magical environment to get real-time feedback and advice.
Your board materials (LinkedIn profile, board bio, and CV) need to be simple, straightforward, and memorable. We can help.
Whether you are just beginning your board journey or want to grow your existing board portfolio, your materials must be effective. We have proven templates that have secured private and public board seats for our alumni. (And if you want to optimize your existing materials, we can help you do that too!) Don’t agonize over your materials for one minute longer.
“A recruiter just told me that my board materials are the most readable, easy to understand, and effective she has ever seen.” 2024 Alumni
Great materials are just the beginning. 85-95% of board opportunities come straight from your network, where your social and professional capital is the strongest. Yet 99% of board seekers and existing board directors don’t activate their networks.
Why not? It can feel transactional and – (let’s be honest) icky – to "mine" your network. There’s an easy, comfortable way to get your network scaling your board journey. We’ll cover powerful techniques to get your name spoken in the right rooms.
When you graduate from My Board Blueprint, you will ace any interview (bonus – you will also be able to ace an executive interview). We break down exactly how to prepare for any opportunity, and how to show up for the interview already thinking like a seasoned board director. (And you’ll leave with the Bonus Interview Guide – a remarkable framework for navigating opportunities!)
“The course – and Tissa – taught me to be proud and “own” my career and accomplishments.” Tracy Nolan
The most impactful investment I've made.
"It’s the best course to home in on your value proposition. The content is great, Tissa delivers the content in an effective way, and being with a diverse group to share your experiences is so helpful. And, as a bonus, the course – and Tissa – taught me to be proud and “own” my career and accomplishments. I highly recommend the course, and Tissa, to anyone who is interested in creating board documents or just wanting to professionalize who they are.."
-Tracy Nolan
Senior Vice President, MarketPoint (Humana)
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Took my materials to a new level
"I had board materials, but this course took them to a new level. I have a clearer view of the ways that my executive experience drives revenue growth and stakeholder value for the boards on which I serve."
-Dr. Joanna Dodd Massey, Lead Director, Nominations & Governance Chair and Audit Committee member, KULR Technology Group (NYSE:KULR); Board Member, Nominations & Governance Chair and Audit Committee member, TessPay (NASDAQ Ticker TBD); Board Member and member of the Special Committee on M&A, Hollywood Foreign Press Association; Advisory Board member, 8B Education Investments.
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Taught me how to position myself and my experience
" [This course] was so impactful as I started my board journey – and continues to be a great touchpoint with the alumni network and Tissa’s guidance. It taught me how to position myself and my experience in a way that boards understand."
- Al B. Reid
Board Director, Farmers Insurance (
Is My Board Blueprint for You?
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You are a successful operator ready for the boardroom – you are looking for guidance on where to start with your messaging and materials...
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You’ve been pursuing a board seat for a while – you are ready for an actionable plan, to uplevel your materials, and activate your network for opportunities...
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You are a board director and want to expand your portfolio – you know that refreshing your messaging, materials and presence will accelerate your goals...
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What's Included in My Board Blueprint
Weekly Live Sessions Led by Tissa Richards
Course Replays
Curated Reports and Materials
LinkedIn Guide
Community Networking and Breakout Sessions
Weekly Workbook
Tissa’s Board Ecosystem
Here's what else you get when you register! (Bonuses worth $5500!)
Board Toolkit Templates - $2500 Value!
Interview Success Guide - $1000 Value!
Board Document Reviews - $2000 Value!
Monthly Alumni Networking
You’re just a few steps away from landing your ideal board seat. Get the direction and confidence you need on your board journey!
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Enrollment OPEN - There are only 2 cohorts in 2025 - enroll now!
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Instrumental in my journey to the boardroom.
"Tissa was instrumental in my journey to the boardroom: articulating my board value proposition, coaching me for interviews, and being a constant cheerleader on the journey."
-Emily Rollins
Board Member, McAfee (NASDAQ: MCFE), Board Member, Dolby (NYSE: DLB); Board Member & Audit Committee Chair, Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR); Board Member & Audit Committee Chair, Dwolla; Board Member, Science 37; Retired Audit & Assurance Partner, Deloitte
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The secret sauce to landing my public board seat
"Tissa's insightful, brilliant, and soulful coaching was the secret sauce to landing my public board seat. She helped me break out of limiting beliefs and find the right board where I can add value and have a blast. Tissa is a super gifted coach, and I am so grateful to have worked with her."
- Manisha Thakor
Founder, MoneyZen, Trustee, Lincoln Financial Board of Directors
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The most relevant and most effective in this space.
- Mary Jackson
Vice Admiral, US Navy (Ret); Board Director, Pacific Architects & Engineers (NASDAQ: PAE)
It's more than a course - it's a career catalyst.
It sharpens your interview skills to ensure you ace every board opportunity. It coaches you to speak with confidence, precision, and no fluff.It helps you craft compelling board documents that stand out. As someone who measures success by outcomes, I can personally attest to the effectiveness and unique approach of My Board Blueprint."
- Brandon Jones
CEO, Throughline Inc., Board Director, Perspective Equity Partners, Maryland Center on Economic Policy
An impactful and productive program.
- Michelle Salvado
Advisory Board Member, Former SVP & GM Products, FireEye
Tissa Richards is a bold, trusted, authentic technology founder, speaker and executive coach. She has founded, invested in, and run software companies in Silicon Valley, and holds over a dozen software patents. She has won awards for her innovative software products from some of the world’s largest companies. Tissa has navigated the tough worlds of entrepreneurship, executive leadership, and fundraising. Today, Tissa works with the world’s largest private equity and investment firms and corporations as well as innovative startups. She prepares boardroom candidates, coaches leadership teams and executives, and facilitates corporate workshops. She speaks globally on topics affecting executives and leaders.
Directly helped me secure board director roles
"This course is different from any other you’ll find out there. Tissa jump starts your board journey by sharing materials and insights that otherwise take many months or years to learn. She has directly helped me secure board director roles with this blueprint and her coaching."
-Sharmila Kassam
Board Director, Audit Committee Chair, Nom/Gov Committee Member, Adit EdTech (NYSE: ADEX.U); Board Member, Foundation Credit Opportunities Hedge Fund; COO, NASDAQ Asset Owners Group
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Beyond the boardroom
"Roll up your sleeves! The clarity and insights gained through this “workshop style” course translate well beyond the boardroom – to both personal and professional success. The discipline, rigor, and intentional framework of the Board Blueprint were supercharged by Tissa’s thoughtful, candid, (and no-nonsense!) guidance.
The format sparked natural camaraderie amongst our group, and everyone quickly became invested in one another’s success. Tissa and this program are a true asset to those with a passion for board service - highly recommended.
- Robert Jansen
Managing Director, Bridgewood Advisors
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Helpful in preparing me to expand my board portfolio
"The Board Blueprint program was very helpful in preparing me to expand my board portfolio. Tissa is extremely knowledgeable, and provided excellent strategies and tools to ensure my board value proposition was clear and concise."
- Howard Melnick
Global Chief Technology and Analytics Officer, Signet
A great way to achieve clarity around my value and articulate it to boards
"Working with Tissa, and going through this program was a great way to achieve clarity around my specific value and how to articulate that value to potential Boards (and executive roles). I highly recommend both the program and Tissa as a speaker and coach."
- Barbara Troupin
Board Director, Equillium (NASDAQ: EQ), ProSciento
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Accelerated my board journey significantly
"Tissa has been invaluable in helping me articulate my board value proposition and identify and secure my next board opportunity. She demystified what can otherwise be a daunting process and streamlined the creation of board documents. This accelerated my board journey significantly. I am especially grateful for the personal attention, guidance and encouragement that Tissa provided throughout the course, which has positioned me to approach the next phase of my explorations with optimism and confidence."
- Katherine Davisson
Board Member and Member of the Audit & Compliance Committee, Select Medical Holdings Inc. (NYSE: SEM)
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Clarity and confidence
"Tissa's process works! Her tools identify the unique value you bring to a board and establish a focused action plan for maximizing your potential as a board member. She gets you to the essence of what you need to know in your pursuit of board opportunities and prepares you to meet those opportunities with clarity and confidence."
- Michael Norton
Board Director, Biosphere Corporation, Creative & Strategic Director, MJN BR & Consulting
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Absolutely worth it
"This course is absolutely worth the time and money you will be investing. Whether you’re looking to land your first board role, or looking to expand your board portfolios, everyone gets equal value out of the course. You’ll be glad you made the investment in your message, your materials, your confidence and your skills in interviewing when you get to that board interview. And you’ll get more interviews because Tissa helps you understand that roles come through networking, and how to do it. As a bonus, you’ll meet a great network of people who stay connected each month long afterwards."
- Lorraine Hendrickson
Independent Trustee, Lord Abbett Alternative Funds Board, Board Member, Audit Chair, Creatd (NYSE: CRTD)
I highly recommend My Board Blueprint
"Tissa was terrific at getting me started on seeking corporate board positions. I highly recommend My Board Blueprint to all of you wanting to go that next step onto a Board."
- Anita Busquets
Board Director, San Diego Natural History Museum
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Register for February 2025 Cohort Now!Tissa's Commitment To You
Build a legacy of impact and contribution through board service.
I’ve charged $30,000+ to privately coach executives from the world’s biggest companies (like the ones above) to secure board seats at private and public companies. I’m passionate about making sure that everyone can access the information and insights they need to fulfill their dream of board service.
Over many years and thousands of hours speaking, coaching and facilitating, I’ve developed this course. It includes the best of what I’ve delivered to successful board seekers – and now board directors – in a focused, actionable 5-week program.
In this course, you’ll learn the same actionable process and insights I share with my 1:1 clients. You’ll have access to a small group of people in the same place on their board journey, to network with and get immediate feedback from. And you’ll get it all for a fraction of the price, so you can get on your way to the boardroom.
Powerful advice, tips and tools
"I highly recommend Tissa's My Board Blueprint Cohort for current and potential board members seeking to increase their opportunities to land a board seat. Tissa provides participants with sound and powerful advice, tips and tools that will energize your journey to landing a board seat. The content is valuable for first time board seat seekers and current board members looking to add another seat to their portfolio. As a bonus, you will expand your network with board seat candidates sharing the same journey and who provide valuable insight from their board search experience."
- Keith Kahl
Retired Chief Audit Executive, President & CEO Kahl Professional Services
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Made my light-bulb go on
"My Board Blueprint really made my 'light bulb' go on with regards to how to best position myself. The material is intuitive and well-organized and Tissa’s style keeps us engaged and on track."
- Jessica Poliner
President & CEO, relayr; Qualified Risk Director (QRD)
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This experience is so valuable
"I cannot overstate how valuable I've found this experience. Tissa makes the process flow so smoothly. I'm so glad I joined the course."
- Shelley Foland
CEO, SOFTIES
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Register for February 2025 Cohort Now!A Message From Tissa:
I’m so excited about the transformation that happens whenever someone goes through this course. You gain clarity, confidence, and the ability to say clearly: “[This] is the exact value I bring to [this] kind of board looking to do [this]. [This] is how I help guide companies needing [this] or facing [this] kind of challenge.”
Having that laser focus and succinct story makes you stand out. Your value is clear and compelling. People immediately understand, “why you?” They immediately start thinking about who they should introduce you to. They advocate for you. They scale and amplify your board search for you. This maximizes and accelerates your success.
This approach isn’t theoretical. It works, over and over again. My clients secure private and public board seats. They are confident going into – and coming out of – interviews. They know how to activate their networks. They tap into the tens of thousands of board opportunities available each year and become successful, impactful board directors.
Many people tell me they don’t have a board story or a value proposition. They tell me it’s hard to come up with something that is crisp, concise and compelling. I know it’s hard, and I promise you, you have one. The same people who tell me how hard it is go through the exercises and the discovery process and they are excited to see theirs come to life. I’ve never had someone not discover theirs.
You have a compelling board story. I’m here to help you surface and tell it. And I’m here to help you cut through the frustration and the feeling that this is hard. It doesn’t have to be. Nothing makes my day more than someone calling or texting me to announce, “I got it! I got the board role!”
This is my approach to executive and board coaching. Pragmatic, practical, and actionable. (And empathetic.) I want you to leave not just with inspiration but also with transformation. With a clear plan. With a robust set of board materials that make you stand out. And, with the confidence to tell your board story in any situation, memorably and concisely.
I want to help as many people as possible do this. Let’s transform the boardroom. Let’s bring new perspectives, skills and voices to the boardroom. Let’s bring your voice to the boardroom. Let’s do it now. Let me show you how. It would be an honor.
See you inside!
Tissa
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A great road map of how to succeed
"It was truly an amazing course, with an amazing group of people from so many different backgrounds. Tissa provided a great road map of how to proceed and succeed on this board journey."
- Colette Panebianco
Founder & CEO, CY Consulting
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The process and approach are great
"I had writer's block for over a year to create my board documents. Then I joined My Board Blueprint - the process and approach are great, and I feel great about what I've created out of the program."
- Joanne Solomon
Board Director, VIAVI Solutions (Nasdaq: VIAV)
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An exceptional program
"Truly an exceptional program that helped us hone our board stories and create top-quality board materials."
- Christianne Kerns
Managing Partner, Hahn & Hahn, Board Member, SunAmerica Series Trust and Seasons Series Trust Board of Trustees
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