Board

In this article, we continue the review of a board’s function.

Robert’s and Roberta’s Rules of Order both offer that committees of a board are structural vehicles for preparing a board.

If you have an organizational role with a nonprofit organization, comprehensive knowledge of board development is a must.

The ways in which nonprofits operate meetings of boards of directors vary greatly depending on the size, age, mission type, etc.

Many nonprofit boards are made up of individuals who are well meaning and want to serve their organization.

I strongly suggest that you do quality research to find the right candidates to fill board positions.

What might be indicators that a nonprofit board of directors should sit up, take notice and act?

An effective board embodies credibility and confidence in its institution. It’s one to which leaders aspire to serve; one that knows its strategic role, its fiduciary role and where members leverage their influence to help secure support and engagement.

Governance committees are becoming the center of board member recruitment and officer selection.

While it’s essential to have nonprofit executives who understand how to lead, it’s also vital to have the right board leadership.