Board of Directors Member

Board of Directors Member

Location: Wasatch Front preferred (remote possible)

About Product Hive

Product Hive is a nonprofit community of product, design, and research professionals committed to learning, sharing, and growing together. We provide programs, events, content, and tools that help our members grow and connect. Learn more at producthive.org.

Role Overview

The Board of Directors Member is a hands-on leadership role responsible for guiding Product Hive’s strategy, governance, and operational success. As part of a working board, you will actively contribute to both high-level decision-making and day-to-day execution to ensure the organization runs effectively and delivers meaningful value to the community.

This role is ideal for experienced product leaders across product management, product design, product marketing, research, or product operations who want to apply their skills to a mission-driven organization. A key focus for the board this year is building sustainable funding through sponsorships, partnerships, and fundraising efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Governance and Strategic Leadership

• Contribute to board-level decisions that guide Product Hive’s direction, priorities, and growth

• Uphold fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and obedience in all decisions

• Ensure alignment with Product Hive’s mission, bylaws, and nonprofit obligations

• Participate in strategic planning and evaluate progress against organizational goals

Operational Contribution (Working Board)

• Actively support the execution of programs, events, and initiatives alongside volunteers

• Partner with team managers and volunteers to remove blockers and improve outcomes

• Provide expertise in your domain (product, design, marketing, operations, etc.) to strengthen execution

• Help ensure the volunteer workforce is supported, effective, and aligned

Fundraising and Sustainability

• Contribute to achieving annual fundraising goals through sponsorship and partnerships

• Support the development of a sustainable funding model for Product Hive

• Participate in sponsor conversations, outreach, and relationship management

• Bring ideas and opportunities that strengthen long-term financial health

Board Engagement and Collaboration

• Attend and actively participate in monthly board meetings

• Respond to board communications in a timely and reliable manner

• Collaborate closely with other board members and volunteer leaders

• Help recruit, onboard, and support future board and advisory members

Community Representation

• Serve as an ambassador for Product Hive within the Wasatch Front and broader product community

• Represent the organization in events, partnerships, and industry conversations

• Help strengthen Product Hive’s presence and credibility within the ecosystem

Examples of Work

• Supporting execution of a major event or program alongside volunteers

• Helping close or expand a sponsorship partnership

• Advising on product strategy for community programs or tools

• Improving a workflow, process, or volunteer experience

• Contributing to annual planning and fundraising strategy

Qualifications

• Experience as a product leader (product management, product design, product marketing, research, or product operations)

• Strong strategic thinking with willingness to contribute hands-on

• Ability to collaborate across teams and work effectively in a volunteer-driven environment

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Passion for community-building and supporting others’ growth

• Nonprofit or fundraising experience is a plus

• Based in the Wasatch Front preferred but not required

Commitment

This volunteer role requires approximately 4–6 hours per month, including monthly board meetings and ongoing contributions. Time commitment can be daily Slack messages. Board terms are typically two years, with the option to renew.

Why Volunteer with Product Hive?

• Play a key role in shaping the future of a growing nonprofit community

• Work alongside experienced product leaders across multiple disciplines

• Gain experience in nonprofit governance, fundraising, and strategy

• Make a meaningful impact on thousands of product professionals

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit their resume at producthive.org/volunteer.