Set a board norm that a board doesn't pass things the first time it sees them. Review a new proposal or policy at one meeting. Say thank you for the feedback, then take it back to the committee for review. This takes so much time out of meetings. Erik Hanberg #idealagenda

Stagger committee meetings. Standing committees are great. But they shouldn't be too close to the board meeting. Try to have committee meetings no later than two weeks before the meeting. Erik Hanberg #idealagenda

The term subsidiary company refers to a separate entity that exists under the umbrella of another corporation, called a parent or holding company. Let's look at the benefits of a subsidiary company and how to form one: bit.ly/3owRhY1 #subsidiary

Articles of association are among the essential documents you must create when forming a business. Here's a look at what they are, why they're important, and what they include: bit.ly/45HVPOJ #articlesofassociation

An ex officio board member serves as a special advisor to the board, providing knowledge and advice based on their position and expertise. We go in-depth examining their roles and responsibilities, voting rights, and more: bit.ly/3SI4BZv #boardofdirectors

It's time for boards to start planning end-of-year processes. As a key component of your board’s annual calendar, this D&O questionnaire provides constant reminders to your directors while streamlining reporting & review: bit.ly/3WKRUiO #boardgovernance #evaluations

Taking minutes for a meeting requires attention to detail. Following a sound process will help your board create an accurate accounting of your meeting activities.​ From the structure of the minutes to point-by-point tips, we've got you covered: bit.ly/3bnquK6

Did you miss last week's ATLAS Leadership Series webinar with Erik Hanberg? We've got you covered. 📺 the recording: bit.ly/3yNhvhq 📖 a recap: bit.ly/3ARhmKE #boardgovernance #boardofdirectors #boardmeetings

The most effective board member evaluation tools offer several useful features to ensure effective and comprehensive reviews. We list 5️⃣ tool features your board should utilize when conducting these reviews: bit.ly/3XxvJNc #boardofdirectors

Corporate social responsibility is a business management concept that encourages executive leadership to contribute to societal goals. Here's how organizations should put it into practice: bit.ly/3RySXgB #socialresponsibility #boardgovernance

Board decisions must be documented accurately and clearly through board resolutions to make the board’s actions transparent among stakeholders. Discover valuable tips and tricks for improving the board resolution writing process: bit.ly/3DANelq #boardofdirectors

Did you know members of nonprofit boards face potential personal liability for the decisions they make and the actions they take? That's why nonprofit boards should strongly consider nonprofit board insurance. Here's how it works: bit.ly/3IrwU9K #boardofirectors

Do you truly know where your board members' strengths and weaknesses reside? If not, how can you easily determine where there might be knowledge or experience gaps? OnBoard Skills Tracking offers insights: bit.ly/3Iypi2T #boardofdirectors

Corporate board secretaries of today serve an array of vital functions, ranging from official record keeper to board advisor. We explore corporate secretaries' duties, how the role has changed, and more: bit.ly/3MkhvY7 #corporatesecretary #boardofdirectors

A retiring Mississippi State board member asked if they had considered migrating to a board portal. That led to: ➡ 25-30% time savings on board book creation ➡ Anytime access to board information See how else AGB OnBoard helped: bit.ly/4ekk21Y #boardgovernance

Articles of incorporation define the corporate structure and empower board management capabilities, setting the stage for growth and success. We go in-depth on what they are, what they should include, and how to write them: bit.ly/3Qi6niS #articlesofincorporation

Formalized policies create ethical standards for how board members should behave toward themselves, other stakeholders, and third parties. We explain how to craft a board code of ethics: bit.ly/3B2YdWf #boardofdirectors #codeofethics

How can AI help your board work smarter & more efficiently? OnBoard Intelligent Assistant offers new capabilities designed to enhance meeting prep & execution ... now available at no additional cost to ALL OnBoard customers! bit.ly/4dIE06L #AI #boardgovernance

Seasoned boards member and novices alike can improve their meetings. Join Mariana Zumaya, managing partner of The Zumaya Group, in partnership with MSFT for Nonprofits to learn how to plan & lead effective advisory board meetings: bit.ly/3B5F8mo #boardmeetings

Board book software offers several benefits, particularly for organizations that require streamlined management of their board work. We share the 5️⃣ top benefits, and why your board should consider it: bit.ly/3Xmv6Vj #boardofdirectors