Generosity in quotes
“God is working out his purposes in ways we cannot imagine, and grace shines in the least expected places. When it does, and we notice,… Read More »Generosity in quotes
In Trust
My apologetic for shared governance, without apology
If getting a bunch of college, university, or theological school trustees riled up is your idea of fun, try this. Mount a defense of shared… Read More »My apologetic for shared governance, without apology
Investments in board development reap guaranteed returns. I promise.
“Though diverse in their missions, [nonprofit] organizations often face a common – and potentially devastating – challenge. They have selected boards of directors loaded with… Read More »Investments in board development reap guaranteed returns. I promise.
Have assignments, will travel . . . perhaps to a city near you
Just as the weather here in the northeastern U.S. is cooling down, my travel schedule is heating up. I have a wonderful mix of consulting… Read More »Have assignments, will travel . . . perhaps to a city near you
Essentials of good faith governance
Earlier this year, I took the first crack at bringing together into a single document the best of two decades of In Trust wisdom on… Read More »Essentials of good faith governance
Evaluator, do no harm
CEO evaluation in the hands of a well-meaning, but inexperienced, board is a fearsome thing. The nonprofit landscape – including territories occupied by faith-based organizations… Read More »Evaluator, do no harm
Don’t make strangers of former board members
For the most part, I agree that term limits for board members are spot on. There’s nothing like the fresh insights, enthusiasm, and connections of newcomers to board service… Read More »Don’t make strangers of former board members