Board & Committee Leadership

The directors owe it a duty of loyalty. The duty of loyalty requires a director to act in the interest of the charity rather than in the personal interest of...

Whether you’re on the board of a large nonprofit or an all-volunteer board, you may have asked what your role is as a board member in contributing to your nonprofit’s...

A cooperative is an autonomous association of people united voluntarily to meet their common economic, social, and cultural needs and aspirations through a jointly owned and democratically controlled enterprise.

Ever end a board meeting wondering if it was worth the time? Do the minutes demonstrate innovation and decisiveness in advancing the mission and goals?

The Nonprofit Board Self-Assessment Tool is designed to help nonprofit organizations evaluate their board's performance and identify priorities for future board activities.

Sample Board Sign-In Sheets

Is there a sweet spot for your board’s size? Yes, there is likely to be, but the details differ for each board. One size does not fit all. How to...

Most executives hope to work for the organization as long as they can be effective. When it comes to the time for transition, it is seldom the sole decision of the...

From the process of commitment to agenda design, there are ways to enhance governance and improve outcomes. Don’t let “we’ve always done it this way” be your mantra.

Sample guide

Is this a frequent scene at the start of board meetings? The meeting is called to order, and suddenly, nearly everyone at the table — even the board chair —...

It is essential to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the board as a corporate entity, as well as the individual responsibilities of its members.

Two primary ways for selecting directors are appointments and elections. They can be used individually or in combination, depending on your bylaws.

Ever watch a board meeting that looked more like a volleyball game? The sport is between teams of players separated by a net, each trying to score points before the...

External influences are a catalyst for change on association boards. The economy causes members and sponsors to evaluate participation

Advocacy is a powerful way to leverage the important work that your organization does. Board members — as influential community leaders — can help increase the likelihood of your nonprofit’s...

Each community association board is unique, and so are the needs of its respective communities. Whether you live in a townhouse, master-planned community, or a high-rise, one fact remains the...

There is always too much to do, and not enough easy information. Each of these groups builds on the work of the group before it, and benefits from the same...

Tasks for all of these groups unfold at a rapid rate. There is always too much to do, and not enough easy information. Each of these groups builds on the...

The plan was to bring together people who work and volunteer in these two sectors, to network, discuss common goals and interests, and explore the potential for greater collaboration and...

Committees consist of homeowners who volunteer their time and efforts to consider, investigate, and take action on tasks that require group oversight.

Joining a board should be an honor. It is an opportunity to use leadership skills and tact to advance a shared mission. The boardroom environment should be a place of...

High-spirited and eager-to-contribute board members often voice ideas with enthusiasm and good intentions.

Welcome to CAI. Whether you manage the association yourself or have the assistance of professional management, whether you’re on the board of a condominium or homeowner association or a cooperative,...