The role of managing director vs. CEO is not always easy to understand. Both are high-ranking executives; however, they have a number of key differences in their roles. Simply put, a managing director is typically responsible for a single business…
A fiduciary responsibility is an obligation that prevents one party from acting in their own interest rather than in the interest of the organization. For nonprofits, this ethical commitment makes it possible for them to fulfill their missions. Board…
If you’re like most people, checking your email is part of your morning routine. With the average person getting over 121 business emails per day, there’s a lot of information to sift through. Now add in your personal and…
Every board needs directors who are great visionaries, and understanding the difference between short-term vs. long-term goals can help bring your nonprofit’s vision to life. Beyond the obvious, knowing the differences between short-term and long-term goal planning can help nonprofits navigate…
A board resolution formalizes — in writing — the critical decisions made by members in board meetings. Comparatively speaking, making decisions is often easier than writing a board resolution. Nonetheless, drafting them is far easier when your board understands…
A quorum refers to the minimum number of group or organization members that must be present for official business to be carried out. This minimum number is usually set by the organization's bylaws. The main reason organizations form a…
The roles of the board of trustees vs. board of directors are similar, making it common for people to use the terms interchangeably. While both positions have a strong role in governance, distinct differences set them apart. Regardless of…
Writing a motion for a board meeting isn’t difficult, but it does take some forethought. Perhaps you’ve been to a board meeting where someone filed a motion and so many amendments followed it that the final version didn’t remotely…
Your mission statement is the foundation for everything your organization does. In essence, your mission becomes your constitution. All questions and answers point directly to your mission statement, and by reviewing other mission statement examples, your organization can create…
The underlying threat of litigation may motivate a board to ask, “What is general counsel, and what can this type of attorney do to help us?” Ever-changing regulations and the risk of lawsuits mean that nonprofit boards need sound…
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