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Talking with New Directors
Ten tips to guide a conversation with new members of the board of directors:
Taming the Committee Report at Board Meetings
Listening to or reading reports is not good governance. Below, we describe three ways to manage committee reports at board meetings.
The 6 Most Important Elements for Running Your Board Like...
This in-depth whitepaper details what every board needs to enrich their volunteer experience and improve the operation of their community association.
The Best Tools for Keeping Your Board Focused and Aligned
With all the responsibilities that board members are tasked with handling for their communities, working efficiently and effectively is the top priority.
The Blueprint for Board Member Success
Use this workbook as a companion to our in-depth white paper, "The 6 Most Important Elements for Running Your Board Like a Pro," to proactively improve the operation of your...
The Board Engagement Playbook for Success
Over the past few years, corporate businesses have realized that rallying customers behind a value-based mission creates a personal attachment to their brand, which has led them to nonprofits for...
The Boards Best Questions
Before accepting an offer to serve on a board, a prospective director should ask a few key questions.
The Circle of Responsibilities for Coop Board
All boards of directors are under increasing pressure to perform well and justify their decisions. Cooperative boards are no exception. However, increasing scrutiny of director behavior is not always accompanied...
The Circle of Responsibilities for Coop Boards
All boards of directors are under increasing pressure to perform well and justify their decisions. Cooperative boards are no exception. However, increasing scrutiny of director behavior is not always accompanied...
The Circle of Responsibilities for Coop Boards
All boards of directors are under increasing pressure to perform well and justify their decisions. Cooperative boards are no exception. However, increasing scrutiny of director behavior is not always accompanied...
THE CO-OP Improvement Program
While most HDFC co-ops are democratic, financially stable, and affordable, about 20% are in distress. This distress threatens families with the loss of their equity and ownership, potentially leading to...
the Complete Board Member Starter Guide
When you saw an opportunity to make things even better, you decided to step up to the challenge and take on a more active role with your homeowners’ association
The Complete Guide to Community Associations Committees
Serving on your association’s board of directors is a significant responsibility that requires considerable time, effort, and resources. Governing and leading a community isn’t easy, and as a part-time volunteer,...
The Complete HOA Board Member Starter Guide
Don’t worry. We’ve seen it all, and we understand the stress and responsibilities that come with being a new board member. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive resource guide...
The Dialogue
Fifteen questions to discuss between the incoming president and the chief staff executive.
The Essential Company Director
An essential guide on the duties and responsibilities of a co-operative Company Director
The Four Ws of Board Self Assessment
There are no perfect boards, but according to the 2017 National Index of Nonprofit Board Practices, Leading with Intent, boards that regularly assess their performance perform better in their core...
The Freshmen Class of Directors
Welcome to the board! While you may feel like the new guy on the block, nearly every board has a class of "freshmen directors."
The Humble Board Member
Is there one quality that is most respected among board members? A quality that supports continuous success? Something that enhances a culture of trust?
The Language of Associations
Associations, chambers of commerce and other not-for-profit organizations have a language all their own.
The Many Responsibilities of the Board President
Handout from the NAHC Conference.
The relationship between board and committees
What is the best relationship of the board to committees? Are directors required to chair committees or serve as liaisons to them? Do committees work independently of the board, composed...
The role of a co-operative board
The role of a cooperative board is to ensure the long-term success of the enterprise.
The Role of the Board
Briefing document outlining the duties and responsibilities of a co-operative board