Chair Series 5: Managing Conflict Around the Board Table
What to do when there’s conflict in the boardroom and how to handle it as chair
Chair Series 4: Working with the Executive Director as Board Chair
What does a good chair ED relationship look like
The 65 Seconds That Rewrote My Life
Twenty years ago I survived an earthquake and volcanic eruption at the same time. I had been living in Jogjakarta, Indonesia for the past few…
What Do Nonprofit Board Members Actually Do? – A Guide for New and Returning Board Members
Most nonprofit board members are never clearly told what their job is. This post breaks down the role into plain language: what boards do, what…
Chair Series 3: Engaging Board Members at Meetings
Preparation is essential to a good meeting, but even the best agenda fails if directors do not participate. Board meeting engagement is not just about…
Board Governance Training: Why It Matters and Where to Start
Good governance isn’t something boards should have to figure out as they go. Shared training pays off in clearer roles, better conversations, and stronger decisions…
My Claim to Fame
I had a weird afternoon once and the story about it became world famous 20 years later
Chair Series 2: Running Effective Board Meetings
Meetings are the central venue where boards carry out their responsibilities. A well-run meeting produces clear decisions, allows for meaningful discussion, and positions the organization…
Chair Series 1: The Role of the Board Chair
What Is the Role of a Non-Profit Board Chair? The board chair provides leadership to the board, facilitates effective meetings, supports the relationship between the…