by Richard Stringham | Apr 24, 2025 | Richard Stringham
The next time you’re in a board meeting think about the cost for each hour of that meeting. Estimate the hourly rate for each board member and each staff member in the room. Add those numbers to get a total hourly rate. Is your board adding value worth the cost of...
by Richard Stringham | Apr 10, 2025 | Richard Stringham
“If I hear one more [board member] suggest MacKenzie Scott as a funding source I’m gonna lose it!” Source: An Executive Director of a not-for-profit enterprise on Reddit. The rest of the Reddit conversation was insightful. Various Executive Directors of...
by Jannice Moore | Sep 19, 2024 | Jannice Moore
Have you ever pondered the “DNA” of your board? Simply described, DNA is the unique genetic code or instruction manual that helps our bodies thrive. What should be in the DNA of a thriving board? The structure of DNA is a “double helix” – two intertwined strands, with...
by Andrew Bergen | Jul 25, 2024 | Andrew Bergen
About a year ago I purchased a condo. The previous owner completely renovated the unit and then flipped it to me. Everything was brand new – appliances, flooring, bathroom fixtures – everything. I was bound and determined to keep everything looking as new and fresh as...
by Susan Meeks | May 2, 2024 | Susan Meeks
As a board member, your role goes beyond simply showing up and going through the motions. Fulfilling your fiduciary duties requires strategic decision-making. That means getting into the game, not just sitting on the sidelines. Think of it like reviewing game...
