Aside from bringing passion to their role, volunteer board members must quickly learn their specific duties, their obligations to members and stakeholders, and how to act within the organization’s bylaws. This highly-regarded publication serves as a critical orientation guide for all board members who serve not-for-profit organizations with paid staff. Whether you’re a new or experienced board member, this clear and practical publication provides insight and tools for all directors to confidently and capably govern with excellence and accountability.
Excerpt:
“Boards have a very important job to do. Making assumptions about what the job is and is not is foolhardy. Boards, and individual directors, have a number of legal obligations and they may be sued should they fail to comply with them. But don’t let that scare you. What you need to know will be covered in this publication.”
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