Another way to energize an existing board is through training. Training allows a board to see itself in a new light. The training may be general instruction concerning the function of board members, or it may be specific to a task in which the board will engage. It is also possible for boards to be energized by the addition of new members. An executive director may recommend new members to the board chairperson or nominating committee, depending upon the established process.
New members provide new vision and commitment to the organization.
Conclusion Working with a board of directors or an advisory board can be an exciting and supporting experience to the executive of an organization. When the legal requirements and the political influences are understood and worked with, the result can be the addition of a body of individuals who support every project of the agency and help it attain success. References Leifer, Jacqueline Covey and Michael B. Glomb. She has worked in nonprofit settings since 1985, and has staffed and served on several nonprofit boards. Nancy Smith is a Regional Coordinator for the ARCH National Resource Center.