Drawing the Line Between Board and Staff Roles

Perhaps one of the most difficult nonprofit relationships to balance is that between the Board and the Executive Director.  Unclear roles can lead to confusion, miscommunication, resentment, and a lack of common direction.  This fast paced practical seminar will discuss the key roles of Board and Executive Director, share common pitfalls to avoid and end with an interactive "test" of knowledge that can be used to open conversations back at the office.

Learning Objectives:
- Review the key roles of Board and Staff in Planning, HR, Resource Development, Governance and Management
- Understand the guidelines for determining areas of responsibility

Level
Introductory/Intermediate

Audience
Board Members and Executive Directors seeking clarity and improved relationships.

Presenter
Jean Block, Jean Block Consulting and Social Enterprise Ventures has more than 45 years experience in the nonprofit sector with organizations through the U.S.  She has experience in nonprofit management and administration, strategic planning, volunteer recruitment and retention, marketing, public relations, board management and fundraising.  She has served in staff and volunteer leadership roles in local, regional and national nonprofits.  Jean has written two books about nonprofits, The ABC's of Better Boards and Fast Fundraising Facts for Fame and Fortune.