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Building a High Performance Board - CPO Winter Conference

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Board Health Checklist and 30 Day Action Plan

90-Day checklist:  Building a High Performance Chamber Board

 

Board Expectations Agreement (Template)
Purpose: Create clarity without rewriting bylaws.

Chamber Board Member Expectations
As a member of the Board of Directors, I commit to:

Leadership & Governance

Focus on mission, strategy, and long-term impact
Support the CEO and speak with one voice outside the boardroom
Avoid involvement in day-to-day operations
Engagement

Attend meetings prepared and on time
Participate actively in discussions and committees
Respect differing viewpoints and maintain confidentiality
Accountability

Uphold the chamber’s policies and code of conduct
Represent the chamber positively in the community
Participate in annual self-assessment and development
Signature: ________________________
Date: _____________________________

Board Expectations Template (Word version)

Sample Board Leadership Manual 

 

Strategic Board Agenda Template (High-Impact Meetings)
Rule of Thumb: If it doesn’t require board thinking, it shouldn’t be on the agenda.

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda
1. Consent Agenda (10 minutes)

Minutes
Committee updates
CEO report
2. Strategic Focus Discussion (25 minutes)

Topic tied directly to strategic priorities
Background provided in advance
Clear decision or direction needed
3. Decision Items (15 minutes)

Motions requiring board action
4. Board Development Moment (5 minutes)

Governance best practice
Short scenario or discussion
5. Wrap-Up & Next Steps (5 minutes)

 

Sample Alternate Board Agenda