by Tom Okarma | Nov 19, 2015 | Blog, Board Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning
Understanding the key role Mission, Vision, and Values play in moving an organization forward. These elements are probably some of the most important in your organization, yet they are often the most overlooked. They help guide decision-making, budgeting, and...
by Tom Okarma | May 27, 2015 | Blog, Board Development, Featured
Have you ever been asked this question? Let’s say you know someone who is highly respected, has been engaged with your mission for some time, and has shown good judgment in the past. You may even be friends. You have a board seat opening up soon so you figure he/she...
by Tom Okarma | Sep 14, 2014 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership
One of the major causes of friction in the area of nonprofit leadership and poor nonprofit board performance, and a big reason why boards and CEO’s may part ways, is poor boundary setting between the board and the CEO. For most agencies, everyone understands...