I had the pleasure of sitting down with Susan Hempinstall at her office and chatting about technology adoption. BoardSpace Bill tagged along and had a few questions of his own to ask.
Interview with Susan Hempinstall
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Interview with Bonnie Oakes Charron
Bonnie Oakes Charron, Governance Specialist (FGOV) / Information Professional (MLIS)
How to take better minutes: 5 Tips
Meeting minutes have an image problem, and it’s time to fix it. If you’ve ever groaned at the thought of writing them — or worse, finding them — you’re not alone. But better meeting minutes aren’t just nice to have; they’re essential. They help boards stay...
Effective strategies for recruiting the best nonprofit directors
Finding the right board directors is a cornerstone of effective governance for not-for-profit organizations. However, the process can often be challenging due to various factors, including a lack of interest, diversity, or specific skills. This blog post explores...
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How to make board meetings more productive
Are your board meetings frustrating because the minutes are never ready on time? You’re not alone. Directors typically meet once a month, whereas condo or HOA managers and administrators attend far more. And yet, no matter how often we meet, one issue always crops up:...
How did BoardSpace get started?
My experience as a Director on my Condo Board The idea for BoardSpace began from my experience as President of my condo’s Board of Directors. Being a Director was great. I enjoyed learning about governance, management, legal issues affecting condominiums, engineering...