GOVERNANCE IN NOT-FOR-PROFITS.....RANDOM LEARNINGS

Not-for-Profits frequently enjoy a purpose for being that more easily draws people with skill, experience and enthusiasm to their staff organizations and Boards. Board members are attracted by the opportunity to share in a corporate mission that is often trying to do some good for a part of our society that is struggling. Individual Board members resonate with the mission and see their skill set as helping further the goals and make a difference. For an experienced executive this is a great opportunity to give something back to society. And with a scenario like that for a not-for-profit, what can possibly go wrong with Board governance?

I draw upon three examples from my own Board experiences to demonstrate that speed bumps can (and will) occur.

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NEW MANDATE - SENIORS LIVING FACILITY

We are pleased to announce a new assignment with a not-for-profit organization involved in seniors’ assisted living housing. From June through September, Principal Doug Fletcher will be working with the Board to select a new management organization structure and will be assisting with the transition of some key management functions. The organization has seen significant growth over the past few years and wisely appreciates the need to adapt to this new level of activity and to plan for the future. This is the fourth assignment Doug has conducted for this client over the last seven years.