This Website

framework governance 4 domains Board Readiness Strategic Voice Operational Guidance AccountabilityGovernance101.com is a website that uses ideas described in A Framework for Governance (c) 2017 to explain situations, problems, and solutions that may be encountered and/or explored by governing boards. An effective board fulfills its responsibilities in four areas. It must:

  1. Be ready as a board to fulfill its role
  2. Provide a strategic voice for (and to) the organization
  3. Give operational guidance to the organization
  4. Deliver accountability for the organization

Every governing board…

  • Has a strategic role that can and should be clearly defined, balancing the important leadership tools of responsibility, authority and accountability;
  • Has choices in how it approaches the job;
  • Can improve its own performance through intentional professional development and steady, consistent application of beliefs, values and attitudes that support effective governance; knowledge of effective governance principles; and skill at performing critical governance tasks.

On This Site – Answers to the Following Questions

  • News – What new articles have been posted to the blog on this site?
  • Types of Governing Boards – What types of boards are there? How applicable are this site’s contents to my board?
  • Framework – What are the board’s responsibilities/duties/obligations/expectations?
  • Models – Several governance models (each with a clear mindset and approach) include:
  • About Us – What do we know about Bob & Rick? Members in this community?
  • Consulting – How we can help boards with governance concepts/principles/models to improve their practice.
  • Our Work – Books and articles we have written, and clients we have served.
  • Sign up – How can I subscribe to get updates when governance101 publishes new information?

Go to Introduction to the Framework