
Board service should be a journey—not just a seat. Vista Cova designs and facilitates high-impact learning experiences for board members that build fluency in governance, deepen strategic insight, and enhance the capacity of leaders to lead together.
From custom retreats to ongoing board development journeys, we offer a range of learning experiences tailored to your strategic goals, leadership challenges, and unique board dynamics.
Key Areas of Focus
- Custom Board Retreats
- Multi-Session Board Learning Journeys
- CEO/Board Partnership Coaching
- Role Clarity & Fiduciary Literacy
- Strategic Dialogue and Scenario Planning
Deliverables
- Retreat design and facilitation
- Board development curriculum
- Coaching engagements
- Customized learning plans
Our Experts

Lowell Aplebaum, EdD,
FASAE, CAE, CPF – CEO
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy centers on creating solutions through Strategic Visioning, Facilitation, Training, and Keynote Speaking.
Strategic Visioning
We use a variety of approaches to guide organizational leadership through processes of visioning a renewed purpose and mission, aligning the strengths of your organization to the needs of stakeholders.
Facilitation
Our expert facilitators use tried and true methods to design a custom facilitation structure to meet your leadership, governance, and strategic planning needs.
Training
Training organizational leadership on how to craft and implement strategic plans focused on mission advancement and collaboration.
Keynote Speaking
With years of experience spanning various programmatic areas of organizations with international, national, state, and local focus, Vista Cova speakers can craft a custom keynote, presentation, or workshop to meet your objectives.
Board Development Resources

Lowell's guidance and expertise allowed our Founding Board of Directors to make tangible and impactful steps in the creation of a mission/vision statement, development of strategic priorities, and overall organization goals and aspirations in the very short time we had together. His attention to detail, active listening skills, and thoughtfulness and kindness help to guide our organization into a new era. We are indebted to Vista Cova and their incredible leadership and skills.
—Shawna, WA Brewers Guild
We would love to hear from you!
Discover how Vista Cova can help revitalize your organization and achieve your strategic goals, connect with us today!