> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://board.bff.fm/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://board.bff.fm/minutes/meetings/2026/january-2026.md). # January 2026 BFF.fm Board Retreat Saturday, January 24th, 10am-4pm 180 Capp street Facilitated by AddieRose Mayer #### Board Retreat Objectives: * Build strong relationships, trust, and shared identity among new and returning board members so the board can operate as a connected, collaborative governance team grounded in BFF.fm’s culture and values. * Create shared understanding and alignment around BFF.fm’s mission, programs, and emerging 2026 priorities so the board is rooted in a common purpose and strategic direction. * Establish expectations for board leadership, engagement, and partnership with Station Leadership so members know how to contribute their time, talents, and influence in ways that meaningfully support BFF.fm’s success. #### Agenda Between activities each board member will be invited to share a favorite song Please note that we will use dynamic facilitation and therefore times are estimates and are likely to change | Time (ish) | Activity | | ----------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |

10:00


|

Welcome & Overview


Purpose: Set the tone for the day and name that this is a fresh start.

| | 10:20 |

Who We Are: Building the Board as a Team


Purpose: Build relationships and team

| | 10:50 |

BFF.fm: Mission, Programs & Why We Exist


Purpose: Ground everyone in the same story and immerse members in programming

| | 11:20 |

Break

| | 11:35 |

Energizer

| | 11:45 |

Building Working Agreements

Purpose: Co-create agreements that support effective collaboration

| | 12:15 |

Lunch

| | 1:00 |

How We Work Together


Purpose: Build team culture, collaboration and accountability


| | 1:20 |

Roles and Engagement Expectations

Q\&A

| | 1:35 |

Looking Toward 2026


Purpose: Start shaping the 2020 vision and strategy

| | 2:20 |

Meeting Tactics


Purpose: determine meeting schedule and define elements of quarterly meetings

| | 2:30 | Break | | 2:45 |

Group Activity


Purpose: activate body and creativity. Continue to get to know your fellow board members

| | 3:00 |

Fundraising Plan Review & Engagement


Purpose: Understand and identify key ways to engage in the annual and Q1 fundraising plan.

| | 3:40 | Key Takeaways and Next Steps | | 3:50 | Closing Activity | | 4:00 | End |