7 Steps to the Fully Engaged Nonprofit Board You Deserve
You can see it in the CEO’s face when speaking about the organization's board. A board can be a CEO’s greatest joy or most significant challenge. A strong, effective board is essential for a nonprofit to achieve its mission and operate effectively.
A CEO known for having the community’s most prestigious and effective board once shared, “You get the board you deserve.” He probably spent at least two-thirds of his time nurturing and building his board. When he needed a major donor, good counsel or a public advocate, he didn’t have far to go.
Looking for Jeff? You'll find him either on the lake, laughing with good friends, or helping nonprofits develop to their full potential.
Jeff believes that successful fundraising is built on a bedrock of relevant, consistent messaging; sound practices; the nurturing of relationships; and impeccable stewardship. And that organizations that adhere to those standards serve as beacons to others that aspire to them. The Bedrocks & Beacons blog will provide strategic information to help nonprofits be both.
Jeff has more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience and is a member of the NonProfit PRO Editorial Advisory Board.
