Written especially for the nprofit CEO, this candid, insightful book is a refreshing change from the traditional nprofit management literature. With its proven, practical and universally applicable guidance on working in partnership with a nprofit board to achieve mission success Touch All the Bases is a must read for nprofit leaders. Unique in its focus on the tools for success by the nprofit CEO, this book is long on practical insights on the challenges of the CEOs role. Both new and experienced CEOs will find this a thought provoking and stimulating opportunity to consider strategies for success. The first section addresses thoughts on the CEOs one of a kind role: the benchmarks for nprofit effectiveness, the components of successful nprofits; the creation of a productive working relationship between the CEO and the board: qualities to look for in prospective board members and ways to strengthen the boards capabilities through board development. The second section is a series of insightful essays on practical questions CEOs often have in their day to day work, including how to avoid unengaged board members and whether term limits are really a good idea. This book should be on the desk of every nprofit CEO and board chair in the country.
Bill Riley has dedicated his professional and volunteer career to the nonprofit sector for nearly 50 years. His wide ranging experiences have included international nonprofit consulting, professional CEO responsibilities as well as service on dozens of state, national and international nonprofit boards.
Date of Publication
19/04/2013
Country of Publication
United States
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