Do Nonprofit Boards Need Term Limits?
Strong nonprofit boards do not happen by accident. They are built through clear expectations, thoughtful governance practices, and a willingness to evolve as organizations grow and change. As we continue our focus on effective board leadership, and through our work with Board Building, we are revisiting a conversation that remains just as important today as […]
Why Strategic Visioning Works
For many nonprofit leaders, strategic planning can feel like a heavy lift. Long timelines, complex documents, and expensive processes often make it hard to prioritize, especially when day-to-day work is already demanding. At the same time, the need for clarity has never been greater. That is where strategic visioning comes in. Strategic visioning offers leadership a practical approach to […]
Nonprofit CEO Contract Best Practices
It often surprises us when we hear about nonprofit chief executives working without a contract, even if they are employed by very large, sophisticated nonprofits. Let’s start with some key data points. According to Candid, there are 12.5 million employees in the sector and “70% of nonprofits have 10 or fewer staff members, and of those, […]