The Pros and Cons of Nonprofit Board Membership
It’s a great honor to be asked to join a nonprofit board of directors. Most people get asked either because they have specific skills to contribute to the organization or…
What Is a Board Composition Matrix and Why Is It Useful?
Effective boards work to compose a board structure that meets the needs of the work they need to do and also aligns with the organization’s mission and vision. While working…
The Role of the Board of Directors in Strategic Management
Boards and managers don’t agree on everything but they both agree that they need a strategic plan. One thing that they don’t always agree on is how to clarify the…
The Nonprofit’s Guide to Board Effectiveness – Thank You
“BoardEffect is really intuitive - not overwhelming - but what creates additional engagement by the board members is their ability to access not only board meeting materials in “real time”…
Should Nonprofits Have a Legal and Compliance Department?
There is no legal requirement for nonprofit organizations to have a legal and compliance department; nonetheless, all nonprofit organizations are required to know and follow all state and federal laws…
Strategies for Effective Board Leadership
In general, boards are in the spotlight with a focus on board effectiveness. As the light shines brighter, weak boards stand out more than ever before. As new board directors…
Why Boardroom Technology Is Necessary for Effective Succession Planning
As soon as a new board director gets appointed, that’s the best time to start planning for their replacement. Recruiting, nominating and appointing board directors takes time. If boards wait…
