Brain Bites – Board of Directors: Responsibilities

Topics covered include: 

• Defining the purpose of a board of directors 

• Identifying the fiduciary duties of a board of directors 

• Describing the responsibilities of the board 

• Explaining the roles of board officers 

• Identifying methods for selecting directors and officers 

• Providing options for evaluating the integrity of the board’s approach to governing and interpretation of its bylaws 

• Identifying legal responsibilities 

• Discussing approaches to assist the board and the nonprofit from overstepping their responsibilities 

• Defining stakeholders and how to keep them engaged