Board vs. Executive Director Policy Approval Guide
This guide clarifies which organizational policies typically require Board of Directors approval and which may be enacted or updated by the Executive Director. It is intended to support clear governance and management boundaries
Impactful Board Meetings in Chaotic Times: Shifting from Report-Outs to Real Engagement
As boards and leaders struggle to focus in the face of chaos, board meetings can trend toward burnout and defaulting to low-value report outs instead of engaged, strategic conversations. This webinar isn’t “10 tips to make your board meetings more engaging.” It’s about co-creating ideas to keep boards motivated and focused, and above all, helpful in guiding EDs as they make mission-critical decisions in these turbulent times.
Leading Through Crisis: Being a Leader Without Losing Yourself
In times of global crisis, whether it’s a pandemic, political upheaval, climate emergencies, or economic instability, leaders are thrust into roles demanding strength, clarity, and presence. Whatever leadership role you play in your organization, there are a few helpful things to keep in mind while leading during periods of high stress.
New ED Essentials Series: What you need to know in your first 12 months
The goal of the New Executive Director Series is to support leaders through the initial transition into their role. Through five workshops and peer discussion, this Series is designed to build an ED’s skills, community, and confidence so that you feel better equipped to take on your new position in the organization.
Weathering the Storms: Getting & Keeping Your House in Order
This “Getting & Keeping Your House in Order” webinar will walk you through a check-list of best practices to ensure your organization is strong and in compliance. Post webinar, you will receive a tool kit of resources to help address any vulnerabilities or gaps in your policies and practices.
Strategic Updates: Virtual Roundtable Invitation & Meet New Consultant
Over the past few weeks, many of you have shared the challenges you’re facing — disruptions to your work, funding, and strategic priorities. We’ve also heard your longing for spaces of care, solidarity, and connection. We’re here with you. And we’re not going anywhere.
Executive Director Roundtables: Resourcing you to lead through uncertainty & challenge
Connect with your peers and TREC’s consulting team to share, explore, and resource each other in these rapidly changing times. In the one-hour drop-in sessions, we’ll have time with the full group to understand and share current challenges and to explore strategies that can support organizational impact and team wellness.
Strengthening the Executive Director and Board Partnership: Strategies for Collaboration and Success
Navigating the dynamics between Executive Directors (EDs) and Board Members can often feel like uncharted territory. Most of us step into these roles without clear guidance on fostering this critical relationship. Clarity around roles, purpose, and proactive communication go a long way to preventing misunderstandings and supporting an empowering and impactful partnership.
Executive Director Support & Planning
Organization leaders and Executive Directors are often expected to have skills that are both broad and deep. This guide includes the essential tools for organizational leaders in areas of staff management, culture, financial management, and strategic planning.
Executive Director Transition Timeline Template
This timeline template outlines roles, responsibilities, deadlines, considerations, and opportunities found throughout the ED transition process. It’s designed for both an Executive Director who is considering leaving but hasn’t announced it yet, as well as for Boards and leaders who have already begun planning for a leadership transition.