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Using Technology to Improve Board Meeting Agendas

BoardSite Author April 4, 2025

In today’s fast-paced world, technology is changing the way we conduct board meetings. One of the most significant areas of improvement is the creation and management of board meeting agendas. Digital tools and board management software enable organizations to streamline the agenda creation process, enhance collaboration, and adapt to the increasing prevalence of virtual meetings. Let’s explore how using technology

The Ultimate Board Meeting Agenda Guide

BoardSite Author May 24, 2024

This comprehensive guide is designed to empower you to run a formal meeting, such as a board meeting, like a seasoned professional. A well-crafted board meeting agenda is more than just a list of topics — it’s the blueprint that navigates executives through complex discussions, drives consensus, and ensures every valuable minute is made count. We’ll outline exactly how to

Strategies for Hosting a Successful Hybrid Nonprofit Board Meeting

BoardSite Author July 16, 2023

July 16, 2023 In the ever-changing world of communication, the traditional nonprofit board meeting is undergoing a transformation. Geographical barriers, public health concerns, and busy schedules are no longer obstacles. Welcome to the era of hybrid nonprofit board meetings, where in-person interaction marries virtual participation, offering a flexible, inclusive solution to nonprofit governance challenges. Short Summary Hybrid nonprofit board meetings

Ten Best Practices for Small Nonprofit Board Governance

BoardSite Author May 4, 2023

May 4, 2023 Are you a member of a small nonprofit board looking to ensure that your organization operates at its best? Good Board governance is vitally important for your organization to run smoothly and achieve its objectives. This blog will provide an overview of 10 best practices for small nonprofit board governance that all board members should be aware

How a Board Portal Keeps Board Members Engaged Between Meetings

BoardSite Author August 18, 2022

Put yourself in the shoes of a board member for a moment. It’s been a busy month, dealing with career considerations, family obligations, and yes, sitting on the board for a non-profit organization. The board meeting approaches, but you’re digging through emails, unable to find the agenda. Worse yet, the board held an impromptu vote a week back and you

Can you use Dropbox as a Board Portal?

BoardSite Author October 14, 2021

It’s important for any board of directors to be able to communicate and share relevant documents between meetings. These days, many board members are geographically spread out and have very busy schedules. This means that they rely heavily on technology for communication. Many companies have been using Dropbox as a board portal. While Dropbox does have many helpful features, it

How To Do Hybrid In-Person and Virtual Board Meetings

BoardSite Author July 21, 2021

One of the biggest challenges for any board is to get all of your members in the same place at the same time for a meeting. It’s common for board members to be spread out in different cities and juggling busy schedules. The COVID-19 pandemic has also raised safety concerns, and many people now prefer to take meetings from home.

Everything You Need to Know to Start a Board of Directors (Or Join a Board for the First Time)

BoardSite Author October 29, 2019

If you’re getting started launching a new non-profit or organization, or perhaps you’re new to serving on a Board of Directors, there are a lot of things to keep in mind. We’ll assume you have an working group of at least 2-3 people (to start your initial Board of Directors if it doesn’t already exist). Our goal here is to