Board Development

Board Meeting Agenda Template

The goal of a board meeting is to move the organization forward while building a successful team. Agendas can vary given the scope of the work for the board and the dynamics of the current organization. The length of a board meeting has many variables including how often the board meets in a calendar year, the size of the board, the complexity of the issues etc. This agenda is only meant to guide a conversation about what components to consider when drafting an agenda.

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Board Meeting Agenda

Insert organization name
Insert date and time
Insert location

Meeting Goals/Outcomes

This is the place to note the goals for each major discussion or focus point.

1. Example: Approve the fiscal budget. 
2. Determine next steps on….

Note here if a meal is provided as part of the meeting format.

Agenda

Item Number	Topic	Discussion Leader	Approximate Time
I	Welcome/Call to Order	Insert Name	1 min
II	Introductions/Mission moment – a conversation or activity to connect the board to the mission		5 min
III	Approval of Minutes – action item		1 min
IV	Questions on Reports – This is not a time to read written reports, but only to answer questions about the reports from the board.	List committee chairs and/or ED who could be available for questions	5 min
V	Key Topic – Topics are decided in advance and are generally based on making a decision, having a key discussion that moves a topic forward, or receiving education on a mission issue or governance concern.		20 min
VI	Key Topic – Typically in an hour meeting there will only be time for 2-3 key topics.		20 min
VII	Closing Remarks – Including a recap of assignments/next steps		5 min
VIII	Executive Session – Opportunity for team building and communication		5 min
IX	Adjourn
	Next Meeting Date: