Many nonprofit organizations fail to maximize the potential contributions their boards can make to advancing their missions. This results in frustrated board members as well as managers. It does not have to be this way. Successful organizations are those that have learned how to mobilize a board, how to define its role productively, and how to produce results everyone can point to with pride.

A big part of the problem is a lack of clarity and agreement on the roles of the board. La Piana Associates has helped dozens of nonprofit clients to better define their board/staff roles and relationships, with great results. Whatever the issue - from a low performing board, to a power struggle between the board and executive director - we can help to clarify the situation and move the organization to problem resolution.

We will use a structured board development process to help your board become your organization's greatest asset. We can also provide consultation and facilitation services for executives and board members experiencing conflicts, misunderstandings, or other roadblocks that can hamper the organization's ability to advance its mission.

Our services include:

• Board and Board-Management Retreats
• Resolution of Board Conflicts
• Board Training Programs
• Executive Coaching in Board Management and Development
• Defining what the board needs from new members - and where to find them

Additional Resources on Board/Management Issues:

• The Roles of the Nonprofit Board of Directors
• 10 Commandments for Executive Directors