Ask people in the nonprofit world who is to blame for poor board performance, and you won’t get agreement. Some people say it’s the board’s fault. Others say it’s the CEO’s. Rarely do these ...

In boardrooms across the country, I hear the same question in some form or another: "Is our CEO working hard enough?" But I think this is the wrong question to ask, and I find that the most effective ...

Research shows that board diversity improves decision-making and organizational performance, but only when companies adopt inclusive working norms that empower new voices and promote active listening.

Board evaluations are used to assess and report on individual director and group performance. A well-structured board evaluation can be an effective driver of improvement. Establishing a proper ...