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EOA Chair Workbook

Guided Notes and Action Planning

Purpose & Goals

This workbook is designed to support the EO Accelerator Chairs
during the GLC EOA Track and equip them with the tools,
frameworks, and strategies needed to run successful Accelerator
programs. The overarching goals are to deliver value beyond the
event, instill confidence, and provide actionable plans for program
success.
Overall takeaways:
EO Accelerator success depends on strong leadership, clear
structure, engaged participants, and vibrant community.
Chairs should leverage tools, frameworks, and regional/global
support for continuous improvement.
Collaboration, accountability, and value-driven culture are
essential for sustainable growth and impact.

Important EOA Contacts

  1. Myrna Hausseguy (Vice President, Accelerator
    mhausseguy@eonetwork.org

  2. Arushi Gupta (Director – EOA Operations)
    agupta@eonetwork.org

  3. Maya Alexiadou (Director – EOA Communities)
    malexiadou@eonetwork.org

  4. Pasang Bhutia (Program Manager – Asia, Europe, Middle East & Africas)
    pbhutia@eonetwork.org

  5. Giovanna Carrion (Program Manager- Americas, Canada, LAC)
    gcarrion@eonetwork.org

EOA Framework for Success

  • The program is built on a framework emphasizing:

  • Product: Learning Days, Accountability Groups, and community-building.

  • Participant: Recruitment, onboarding, and engagement strategies.

  • Structure: Clear roles, board organization, and sustainable operations.

  • Connection: Collaboration with EO Board, chapter staff, and shared events.

  • Sustainable Programs: Tools, regional links, and ongoing support.

 

Chapter 1:
Product: Learning Days, Accountability Groups, Community

Learning Days
Quarterly sessions led by EO member trainers help entrepreneurs work on their business, not in it. These interactive Learning Days focus on growth, peer learning, and practical tools. In total, the Learning Days cover four pillars: Cash, Strategy, People, and Execution. Chairs play a pivotal role in facilitating, engaging participants, and addressing challenges.

Accountability Groups
Accountability groups are small, peer-led groups meet monthly to set goals and hold each other accountable. The Accountability Coach fosters discipline, consistency, and a safe space for sharing. Best practices include structured agendas and regular engagement.

Community Building
EO core values—Trust & Respect, Thirst for Learning, Think Big, Be Bold—are central to fostering a supportive, collaborative environment. Chairs are encouraged to integrate new participants, maintain momentum, and facilitate connections between EOA and EO members.

 

Chapter 2:
Participants: Recruitment & Onboarding

Successful recruitment involves defining program vision, budget, and channels, leveraging chapter resources, and creating engaging events. Onboarding includes welcome communications, invoicing, adding participants to WhatsApp groups, and implementing the WACRI approach (Welcomed, Acknowledged, Considered, Respected, Invited) to ensure new members feel valued.

 

Chapter 3:
Structure: Roles, Board, Finance

Running an EOA program is a team effort, with various board roles (Chair, Accountability, Learning, Onboarding, Recruitment, Communication). Annual planning, goal setting, and regular meetings are emphasized for sustainability and succession.

 

Chapter 4:
Connection: Collaboration & Events

Strong partnerships with EO Board and chapter staff are vital for joint events, recruitment, learning, and community building. Shared events and recognition ceremonies help integrate EOA participants with the broader EO community.

 

Regional Support

Chairs have access to regional experts, monthly calls, WhatsApp groups, summits, and toolkits for ongoing support and best practice sharing.

Regional Discussion - Biggest Opportunity

  • What is the single biggest opportunity in your EOA program right now?

  • Why does this opportunity matter this year?

  • Do you need help from another program or your Regional Expert?

Regional Discussion - Biggest Challenge

  • What challenge is slowing your program down the most?

  • Is it people, process, resources, or alignment?

  • What have you/your program already tried?

Regional Discussion - Support Needed From Your Regional Expert

  • What type of support from your Regional Expert would move your program forward

  • fastest? Coaching? Tools? Clarity? Connections?

Regional Discussion - Joint Or Co-Funded Regional Event Ideas

  • What type of regional event would create value for multiple programs?

Regional Discussion - Topics For Monthly CCC Calls

  • What 2–3 topics should we prioritize on monthly CCC calls to help you succeed?

  • Where do you need the most clarity or alignment?

Regional Discussion - Strengthening Cross-Chapter Collaboration

  • Where could your program learn from another?

  • What collaboration idea could we pilot this quarter?