Monthly Archives: November 2011

Nonprofit Governance: Do You Need a Policy on Recording Board Meetings?

Continuing my thoughts about adventures in nonprofit governance…Imagine my surprise and alarm when the executive assistant at a client told me she had recorded the last board meeting using the recording app on her I-Phone.  While it theoretically makes sense … Continue reading

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Nonprofit Governance: Twelve Elements of Good Board Minutes

I was tempted to title this blog adventures in nonprofit governance.  In the last month I had occasion to review the minutes for two nonprofit organizations.  The person charged with the responsibility of recording the activities at the recent board … Continue reading

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Nonprofit Governance: The Impact of Picking the Wrong Board Chair

When an organization appoints the wrong individual as board chair it spells problems that will last for years.  Sometimes there are immediate problems and the situation can be remedied. Often though even though “cured” other problems fester for years. Most … Continue reading

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