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In this issue:

  • NEW RESOURCE: What is a Quorum?
  • What Does Board Service Entail?
  • Board Member Orientation Checklist
  • Setting Goals for Your CEO (members only)
  • Leading with Intent survey deadline extended
  • Upcoming webinars, trainings, and events

Don't forget to visit our library filled with all of our downloadable resources.

 

What is a Quorum?

Quorums are a very important part of ensuring your board is making decisions that represent the full membership and should be specified in your bylaws. This resource explains what a quorum is, why you need  one, and how to go about setting one. It also includes a sample quorum policy for you to customize and use in your bylaws.

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What Does Board Service Entail?

There are three main roles that the board plays for a nonprofit organization. But there also three legal duties of board service, and another 10 basic responsibilities. That's a lot to keep track of. This infographic illustrates how they overlap, so you don't get confused.

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Board Member Orientation Checklist

Ensure you are providing new board members with the necessary materials and information during the orientation process with this checklist. It includes important information such as materials to share with new board members, general expectations of board members, an outline of the information to provide new board members about the organization, and more!

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Setting Goals for Your CEO

While most boards recognize the significant governance responsibility of annual performance appraisals and goals setting, most do not find it easy. This step-by-step guidance can help you set annual goals for your CEO or executive director.

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LWI-R+S-EXTENDED

The deadline to complete the Leading with Intent survey has been extended to June 7!

Attention: All CEOs and board chairs. The sector’s most authoritative and comprehensive study on the structure and workings of nonprofit boards starts with you. Please participate in the 10th edition of this crucial research. All participants receive a free book.

 

Take The Survey Now!

 

Upcoming webinars & trainings

Bringing Leaders Together: A Retreat for Nonprofit Chief Executives 
October 28-30 | St. Petersburg, FL
Meet and connect with other nonprofit CEOs from throughout the country and sector to discuss the unique challenges of the chief executive role and what it takes to strengthen the leadership partnership between you and your board.

2020 BoardSource Leadership Forum
May 7-8, 2020 | St. Louis, MO
The BoardSource Leadership Forum is where nonprofit leaders come to learn, grow, and get inspired. Join more than 1,000 nonprofit professionals for two days to discuss the newest thinking and best practices in nonprofit governance and leadership.

 

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