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Where Should the Board Chair, the ED, the Staff Sit?

Where Should the Board Chair, the ED, the Staff Sit?

January 30, 2011January 23, 2024 Jan Masaoka

Where everyone sits reflects organizational philosophy, and is a strong message to all about authority, participation, and the board’s role.

Five Tips for Better Board Packets

Five Tips for Better Board Packets

October 5, 2010December 13, 2023 Jan Masaoka

Packets can give more than information, if done right, they can improve board confidence in the staff and in the board-staff relationship.

What is an Advisory Board and Should We Have One?

What is an Advisory Board and Should We Have One?

August 23, 2010November 1, 2023 Jan Masaoka

Here are some guidelines for advisory committees, as well as a sample letter inviting an individual to join such a group.

Bylaws Checklist

Bylaws Checklist

May 29, 2010October 31, 2023 Jan Masaoka

This checklist points out the necessary elements in bylaws. It’s important to also stay compliant with applicable state and city laws.

Can Nonprofit Boards Vote By Email?

Can Nonprofit Boards Vote By Email?

October 23, 2009January 18, 2024 Gene Takagi  and  Emily Nicole

Attorney Gene Takagi and Emily Nicole Chan discuss whether nonprofit boards can vote by both mail and email.

Boards Should Only Have Three Committees!

Boards Should Only Have Three Committees!

June 7, 2009November 2, 2023 David La Piana

Consultant David La Piana discusses how boards tend to be frustrated with their committees when they don’t know how to organize them.

A Devil’s Advocate on the Board?

A Devil’s Advocate on the Board?

March 9, 2009January 23, 2024 Elizabeth C. Vibber

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if nonprofit boards could foresee the obstacles ahead — in time to make the right decisions?

Speed Up the Board Recruitment Process!

Speed Up the Board Recruitment Process!

December 9, 2008November 27, 2023 Jan Masaoka

Three easy ways to accelerate the nonprofit board recruitment process by pre-qualifying prospective candidates.

Abolish Board Committees?

Abolish Board Committees?

April 15, 2008February 15, 2024 Anonymous

You may find that task forces with a specific purpose may provide better results than ongoing low-performing board committees.

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