A Consent Agenda, used correctly, will allow the Board and executive staff to focus on forward looking initiatives and less time going over operational activities that have already occurred.
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Being an Effective Board Member: Outside the Boardroom
I will admit that serving (yes, serving not ‘sitting’) on a board is not for everyone, but it is a rewarding experience for anyone who wants to expand their professional skills, tackle important strategic problems in our community, and work on implementing good governance and risk mitigation controls.
Developing a Risk Register: How? Why? And what next?
We do a proper inventory of supplies and goods for sale - but what about an organization's risks? Shouldn't we prioritize knowing our inventory of assumed risks more than knowing how much ink cartridges and toilet paper we have on hand? A risk register is a very important strategic resource for organizations to help them…