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Institutional Memory as Strategy: A Board’s Guide to Preserving Organisational Knowledge

In the words of researcher and librarian Alex Byrne, preserving memories gives you awareness and written evidence of events important decisions and changes. Preserving institutional memory enables …

Risk Appetite That Drives Decisions

In this webinar, we’ll reframe risk appetite from a compliance obligation to a strategic tool that drives decision-making. Rather than a generic statement tucked in a policy, a well-defined risk …

5 Cognitive Biases That Quietly Influence Boardroom Decisions

As human beings, we naturally want to think of ourselves as valuable and special, making us more adaptable while at the same time creating cognitive biases in our brains. Cognitive biases are repeated …

AGM Essentials

Run a seamless, compliant AGM that truly engages your members. As the formal annual interaction with members, the AGM is key for all organisations. It is important to be aware of the legal …

From EA to Strategic Boardroom Partner

As an Executive Assistant, how do you build trust and rapport both with the Board and with the CEO — and how do you navigate the differences in those relationships? Step into the boardroom with …

Risk Statement

A risk statement (or statement of risk) describes what could go wrong (or right), why it might happen, and what the consequences would be. It is a standard part of the risk management process, used to …

A Fresh Look at Directors' Duties

As a director of a not-for-profit (NFP) organisation, understanding your legal duties is crucial. Complying with these obligations not only reduces personal risk but also fosters good governance and …

The Strategy Triangle: Strategic Intent, Direction & Destiny

Is your board harnessing the power of the strategy triangle to drive real results? Strategic leadership is the first of a Board’s four key governance responsibilities—the others being …

Charity Establishment, Registration & Compliance

Do you have a clear understanding of what ‘not-for-profit,’ ‘charity,’ and ‘deductible gift recipient’ mean for you as a director? These terms have distinct legal definitions, each with specific …

Advisory Boards for Not-for-Profits

Jump to Section What Is an Advisory Board? Advisory Board Benefits Common Challenges & Risks Slow Decision Making Bad Communication Shadow Directors Under-Commitment Advisory Board Roles and …