Board Members

Are you always recruiting new board prospects; watching for future leaders; identifying, cultivating and bringing forward new members? Do you have a succession process and system in place? If not, you’re not alone! Succession planning is one of an arts board’s and organization’s most important leadership roles: learn how to shift from a haphazard, last-minute process to one that thoughtfully recruits the right individuals - and clearly communicates what you want them to contribute once they join.

We've compiled a series of articles, reports and resources for you and your board to explore. Click any of the links below, or access a roll-up of all the resources in one easy-to-print document. Click here to access the document: Board Recruitment: An Orderly Succession (PDF).

Renewal: An Essential Board Function

Recruitment and Succession Practices

Thoughtful Orientation

Continuing Board Development