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Indigenous Governance Excellence

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Stepping Up: Mastering the Role of Chairperson

Many directors are thrust into the chairperson or president position by default, often because they have the most tenure or because no one else stepped forward. This panel offers chairpersons at any …

What is a Disqualified Person?

If your Australian charity or not-for-profit is unsure whether an individual serving on its board or committee (or applying to serve) is a Disqualified Person, the first step is to understand the …

Best Practice Governance for Better Board Decision-Making

Understanding and implementing best practices in governance is crucial for boards to make informed, effective decisions. How do structured processes enhance board decision-making? Why are rigorous …

Risk Register

If your organisation plans complex projects, collects personal information, or works with vulnerable people, the number of risks you need to track grows fast. A risk register is how you keep that list …

Straw Poll

Jump to Section What is a straw poll? How are straw polls used? When not to use straw polls How to conduct straw polls Related Terms Further Resources A straw poll is an informal, non-binding vote …

Unlock Your Board's Potential With Effective Board Assessments

In this webinar Raphael will explore how you can use board evaluation to unlock your board’s full potential. Board and director assessment, when done well, is a powerful tool for enhancing your …

Board of Directors

What is a board of directors A board of directors is a group of people elected or appointed to govern an organisation on behalf of its stakeholders. The board sets the organisation’s strategic …

Chief Executive Officer

Jump to Section Key responsibilities Strategic leadership Financial oversight Operational management External relationships Talent management and succession Qualities of an effective CEO The …

Chairperson

Jump to Section Roles and responsibilities Leading the board Governance oversight Chairing meetings Communication Strategic planning Performance monitoring Succession planning Qualities of an …