From the Book - Third Edition.
About the boardsource governance series Determine mission and purposes, and advocate for them Select the chief executive Support and evaluate the chief executive Ensure effective planning Monitor and strengthen programs and services Ensure adequate financial resources Protect assets and provide financial oversight Build a competent board Ensure legal and ethical integrity
Enhance the organization's public standing
Appendix i, Individual board member responsibilities
Appendix ii, Illustrative self-assessment survey for
Individual board members.