Steve Blank

OCTOBER 15, 2019

This article previously appeared in the Harvard Business Review. The type of disruption most companies and government agencies are facing is a once-in-every-few-centuries event. Disruption today is more than just changes in technology, or channel, or competitors – it’s all of them, all at once. Process Versus Product.

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Board Effect

MARCH 31, 2023

Nonprofits rely heavily on mobile and digital technologies to manage and fulfill their missions. Collecting and managing data has always been an essential part of delivering nonprofit services and activities, but the last decade has seen an increased reliance on technology to facilitate.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 15, 2020

The key elements of leadership in a company, both individual and organizational, are less tangible, but very critical in setting a market value for investment, acquisition, or going public. In the investment community, these leadership elements are often called “goodwill.” Execution leadership. Leadership brand development.

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Board Effect

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In a recent Diligent panel discussion , industry experts gathered to discuss and explore how AI, particularly language models, can be harnessed to drive positive change and innovation in these sectors. Transformative applications of AI Our panelists highlighted the transformative potential of AI in local government, schools, and nonprofits.

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Board Effect

JULY 6, 2023

A nonprofit governance committee performs many of the same duties and has many of the same responsibilities as those for a for-profit corporation. Like for-profit entities, nonprofit organizations often formally combine the function of the nominating committee with that of the governance committee.

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Board Effect

JULY 23, 2023

Here, we explore best practices for community healthcare board governance that will make volunteer board members even more effective in their roles so that they can ensure healthcare services are as good as they can be. Technology and Governance The word “governance” stems from the Latin word gubernare , which means to steer or rule.

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Board Effect

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

However, mission-driven organizations, including nonprofits and those focused on social and environmental causes, face several unique challenges when it comes to AI ethics and governance. What Is AI Governance and Why Does It Matter for Mission-Driven Organizations? AI technology is bound to advance.

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Board Effect

JUNE 14, 2023

Good governance for nonprofits is hard. This article outlines 5 key trends impacting governance for nonprofits and shares key questions that boards need to be asking, along with suggestions for strategies to start tackling them. Review your risk management policy to make sure it’s adequate for current circumstances.

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Board Effect

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

When a board resignation makes the news, there is usually a high-profile conflict behind it, such as the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society’s leadership turmoil or mass resignations from the Walton Arts Center. Fortunately, technology has a role to play in minimizing the effects of board transition — including prevention.

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The Startup Magazine

MAY 9, 2024

Corporate governance expert Nygina Mills discusses the critical role of compliance in building resilient businesses that can withstand regulatory and market changes. For example, the finance sector has seen a significant increase in regulatory technology to support compliance efforts. However, this perspective has shifted dramatically.

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Board Effect

AUGUST 18, 2023

ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards and principles are a way to demonstrate an organization’s commitment larger societal issues. They show how an organization behaves in terms of sustainability and social conscience, covering environmental impact, diversity and inclusion, and finances, with a focus on leadership.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 26, 2022

According to a classic survey conducted by Dimensional Research for Zendesk , 90 percent of respondents asserted that positive online reviews influenced buying decisions, and 86 percent admitted buying decisions were influenced by negative online reviews. It all starts with agile leadership.

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Board Effect

JUNE 15, 2023

The rapid advancement in technology. Boards will need to avail themselves of help from technology including dashboards and metrics to provide up-to-date information for better decision-making while also increasing transparency. 2. Get Back to Governance Basics Examine the quality of your board orientation training.

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Board Effect

AUGUST 20, 2023

Governments also sometimes fund charitable causes. Be aware that not investing in prioritizing cyber risk may end up costing your nonprofit more in the long run due to the risk of potential ransoms, downtime in dealing with a breach, and regulatory fines.

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Board Effect

JUNE 20, 2023

Get Back to Governance Basics Examine the quality of your board orientation training. This is a good place to start getting back to the basics of good governance. Board orientations should include a review of the duties of care, loyalty, and obedience. From their partnership will come thought leadership.

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Board Effect

JUNE 15, 2023

The rapid advancement in technology. Boards will need to avail themselves of help from technology including dashboards and metrics to provide up-to-date information for better decision-making while also increasing transparency. 2. Get Back to Governance Basics Examine the quality of your board orientation training.

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Board Effect

JANUARY 31, 2020

The concept of governance is difficult to define in a sentence or two because it’s an intangible thing. A governance model serves as a representation of the many possible ways that a governance system could work if you were to change one or more of its parts. Governance models can be built in various ways.

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Board Effect

JUNE 26, 2023

Some experienced board members may have served on boards that didn’t necessarily focus on good governance. Due to the unique characteristics of each nonprofit, there is no simple, straightforward answer to that question. That’s a fundamental reason for the board to instill good governance principles and fully commit to their role.

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Board Effect

JUNE 22, 2023

Boards will need to avail themselves of help from technology including dashboards and metrics to provide up-to-date information for better decision-making while also increasing transparency. 2. Get Back to Governance Basics Examine the quality of your board orientation training. From their partnership will come thought leadership.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

The key elements of leadership in a company, both individual and organizational, are less tangible, but very critical in setting a market value for investment, acquisition, or going public. In the investment community, these leadership elements are often called “goodwill.” Execution leadership. Leadership brand development.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

The press around the raise & company was fantastic and the promise of their technology – wireless charging that works as easily as WiFi – would positively affect many of our lives. uBeam’s tech does work and I have safely seen it demo’d in the real life many times. And that is what we’ll do.”

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Board Effect

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Technology can be a substantial help in taking stock of the board’s future needs. Laws and regulations require boards to have effective leadership. In addition to reviewing the board’s existing talent base, nomination committees need to be concerned with planning for a leadership pipeline within the board.

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Board Effect

JANUARY 25, 2024

Diligent and BoardEffect have written extensively about artificial intelligence (AI) over the years, from how nonprofit organizations can benefit to expert tips for AI implementation to guidance on AI governance. Nonie Dalton, VP of product management for BoardEffect and Diligent Community, carries the conversation into the new year.

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Board Effect

JULY 10, 2023

Here, we’ll explore best practices for higher education board governance that will make volunteer board members even more effective in their roles, so they can drive positive, meaningful change. Technology and Governance The word “governance” stems from the Latin word gubernare , which means to steer or rule.

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Board Effect

OCTOBER 9, 2019

The professionals supporting board operations serve as indispensable guides to good governance. And part of that, today, means getting board members to think about how the digital age is changing the way we approach governance. Technology opens up the opportunity to engage more — and differently — in the work we’re doing.”.

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Board Effect

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In response to the pandemic, boards and governing bodies of nonprofits and mission-driven organizations were forced to rapidly reimagine how they conduct governance and oversight to continue essential operations. Luckily technology, in the form of board management software, was a good support as she learned the ropes.

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Board Effect

DECEMBER 1, 2022

It’s not only important for longstanding and new board members to review existing policies, but also to take time for focused discussions on key issue and policies so the board it prepared for when things get complicated. The post BoardEffect’s Year-End Review and 4 Hot Topics for 2023 appeared first on BoardEffect.

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Board Effect

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The technology has been adopted with astonishing speed. However, remember that this technology has only had widespread use for a year. Here are key points for board members to keep in mind: Training AI is a new technology, and everyone’s learning curve is different.

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Board Effect

APRIL 15, 2024

Experts discuss DE&I in mission-driven organizations Each of our experts brings a unique perspective to the importance of diversity and inclusion within organizations and on governing boards. Organizations with DE&I policies have real impact. Far beyond corporate strategy; it’s about fulfilling missions effectively.

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NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

If we want to maintain and support sustainable economic growth while meeting the broader needs of society, we will need an economy underpinned by innovation and new technologies. Underpinning this growth is good governance. In order to understand startup governance, you need to understand risk and reward. Risk and reward.

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Board Effect

JULY 1, 2019

Good governance encompasses an array of issues. When corporate and organizational issues are going well, we tend to give credit to good governance practices. On the flip side, we also tend to blame poor governance practices when companies and organizations aren’t doing well. What Is the Purpose of a Governance Committee?

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Board Effect

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Decisions, decisions — they’re part of governance, leadership, and life. According to Bridgespan , effective decision-making processes are among the top factors that enable effective board leadership. Modern governance makes that easier. In fact, effective decision-making is a key indicator of board effectiveness.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

According to a classic survey conducted by Dimensional Research for Zendesk , 90 percent of respondents asserted that positive online reviews influenced buying decisions, and 86 percent admitted buying decisions were influenced by negative online reviews. It all starts with agile leadership.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

APRIL 16, 2024

Sustainability reporting, particularly about environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, has burgeoned as a fundamental vehicle through which companies can reflect their operations’ social responsibility and commitment to sustainable development practices.

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Board Effect

JULY 20, 2023

While board meetings often receive significant attention, the essence of effective governance goes beyond the confines of the board table. Both staff and board members should be responsible for defined tasks, such as preparing financial data or reviewing the budget draft. approval of previous minutes and consent items).

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Board Effect

MARCH 24, 2023

Building an effective board of directors is a critical part of governance that has a profound impact on the organization. Nonprofits need skilled, experienced board members to fulfill the mission and ensure strong leadership, yet the boardroom isn’t always a calm place. Yet how can you be sure your board works effectively?

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Board Effect

JULY 18, 2023

While board meetings often receive significant attention, the essence of effective governance goes beyond the confines of the board table. Both staff and board members should be responsible for defined tasks, such as preparing financial data or reviewing the budget draft.

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