The most effective organizations have leadership that is communicative, supportive, and on the same page. This 14-page guide was created to assist the Board Chair, and the Executive Director Director/CEO in having a meaningful conversation around expectations, goals, and general communications.
 
In addition to a matrix that defines roles according to the Board, Staff, or both, a useful checklist helps guide the leaders on their journey. It includes signature lines to document the meeting and the agreement between the two parties, leaving no gray areas for the future. Plus, there are definitive descriptions of the various challenges that tend to exist.
 
This guide can be used at the beginning of a fiscal year, during the change in leadership, or at any point in the year when roles need to be better defined and reaffirmed.