Choosing the 'Right Person" to be on your Board of Directors
1. Understand and Support the Mission of the Organization
2. Review Policies and Procedures
3. Hire and Fire ONLY the Executive Director (Do not micromanage)
4. Be the "Face of the Organization".
1. Have a Passion for the Mission of the Orgarization
2. Have Experience in Volunteering for an Organization(s)
3. Are Not Looking to 'Feather Their Resume'
l. Questions to Ask
2. Review References
3. Present Board Manual
4. Ask for Financial Support
5. Term Limits and Attendance at Meetings
1. Name Recognition
2. Financial Status
3. Specific Skills (lawyer, Accountant, CEO, etc)
4. Application for Potential Board Members)