Explore good governance practices for CNCF projects in this informative conference talk by Dawn Foster from VMware. Learn why governance is crucial for open source projects and how to implement effective structures. Discover the importance of early governance, resource management, and setting clear expectations through mission statements and project scopes. Gain insights into leadership roles, ownership, control, and documentation in governance. Understand the pros and cons of contributing projects to the CNCF and why governance is an ongoing process. Get practical advice on creating fair and transparent governance models, including templates and patterns for CNCF projects. Explore contributor ladders for leadership development and the role of mission, values, and scope in project management. Leave with valuable resources and a comprehensive understanding of governance best practices for open source projects.