Is There a Set Process for Corporate Governance?
Whenever you’re navigating yourself somewhere, it helps to have a roadmap of where you’re going. Some things naturally lend themselves to steps, patterns, or processes. If you’re looking for an…
Recruiting Nonprofit Board Members: Do’s and Don’ts
It’s quite an honor to be asked to serve on a nonprofit board of directors. It’s also quite rewarding to give your time to a cause that you care deeply…
Entity Management for Different Types of Businesses and Nonprofits
Starting up a new entity is always an exciting venture. New business owners have a formidable task ahead of them when they start the process of getting a business or…
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…
