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Roles and responsibilities of directors and officers, board orientation and training, ethics, evaluation and building effective committees.
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CAM Confessions What I Wish Board Members Knew
Understanding the relationship between a community association manager (CAM) and the association's board of directors can be tough.
CCMTP Starting a Cooperative Enterprise
The purpose of this module is to provide a step-by-step guide for those seeking to start a new cooperative. This module is designed specifically for entrepreneurs and individuals who have...
CCMTP What is a Cooperative Enterprise
Largely inspired by SIYB, the ILO’s global entrepreneurship and management training program for potential startups and existing small businesses, the ILO has developed a training package on cooperatives that is...
Chapters Leaders Handbook
We know you already understand that your position requires support for the education and development of all members within your chapter, as understanding the latest trends and technologies, as well...
Chasing Squirrels
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it dozens of times at board meetings: “I just have a question.”
Check the Boxes-Director Evaluation
Directors know whether or not they are fulfilling their governance responsibilities. Given a board self-evaluation form, how would they select the appropriate boxes?
Checklist of Board Roles and Responsibilities
Basic board roles and responsibilities are the foundation for a successful board. BoardSource has designed this checklist to help you quickly remind yourself of your key responsibilities. It’s also a...
Checklist Roles Responsibilities
Basic board roles and responsibilities are the foundation for a successful board. BoardSource has designed this checklist to help you quickly remind yourself of your key responsibilities.
Club Leadership Training Session Achieving success as Treasurer
The club is the heart of the Toastmasters program. It provides the environment and support members need to develop their communication and leadership skills. Club officers support the club and...
Club Officer Training Treasurer
While many club officers will be content, and even enthusiastic, about their new responsibilities, others may feel uncertain and obligated. Attending the training and fulfilling their roles implies great commitment...
Co-op Roles & Responsibilities Summary Charts 
co-op Treasurers Checklist 
Co-operative Secretary Role Profile
An example role profile for a co-operative secretary
Co-operative skills and motivation
It doesn’t take a genius to work out that a workforce, team, or any other group of people will perform better when it is motivated.
Coaching the Board President
Having consulted with thousands of nonprofit organizations (associations, chambers, fraternities, and other nonprofit groups), I have compiled the articles that resonate with volunteer leaders.
Code of Conduct (2-Page Sample)
The objective of this policy is to specify how co-op members should behave within the co-op and, when engaged in co-op business,
Code of Conduct and Conflicts of Interest
This sample – adapted with permission – outlines the general responsibilities of board members and details the processes for identifying and handling conflicts of interest. Be sure to consult with...
Code of Conduct Rules of Engagement
The code of conduct guides a director in areas such as communications, linkage to staff, and taking positions.
Committee Chairs Important Details
As a member-driven organization, committee work is a crucial contribution to the Association and the field of international higher education
Committee Ground Rules
While the committee is guided by governing documents, it is reasonable for the committee chair to suggest “ground rules.”
Committee Meeting Evaluation 
Committee Meeting Report Template
Sample Committee Meeting Report Template
Committee Nominating Flow Chart 
committee Nomination Process