The board members serve as ambassadors as well as trustees. As such, the board should be the link between the “members as owners” and the operational organization. It is important for the organization to “toot its own horn” when appropriate. Board members can make certain that that self-promotion will be heard in new social circles.
- What is governance?
- What is the board’s Role?
- Different types of boards
- Different frameworks for governance
- Choosing a framework
- Fiduciary duties and how they are fulfilled in Policy Governance
- Excellence in governance
- What is special about Policy Governance®?
- Benefits and challenges for organizations
- Keys to the model's effectiveness
Understanding more about governance and board work
This section is designed to give you an overview of the nature of board work and governance in general. If you are trying to understand why boards exist, how they add value, and wish to gain different perspectives on how boards do their work, this section is for you. It offers general knowledge rather than focusing on just Policy Governance. Please explore!




