We’ve begun to offer quarterly “tutorials”
at board meetings. Some are 10-minute presentations by various staff members
… e.g., an introduction to our large photo collection and how/why folks
can purchase photos; a walk-through in collections storage with brief
explanations of how/why we use certain storage materials. Others are
simply a one-page “tutorial” on a single topic which we verbally
review at the board meeting … e.g., an overview of staff (basic info such
as salaries and the chain of command and a list of current staff members and their
qualifications), a review of budget and line items. I’ve found that
even long-term board members appreciate these reminders or updates.
Allyn
(Ms)
Director
Shiloh
118
479-750-8165; fax 479-750-8693
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From: Diane Hutsell
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Subject: [MUSEUM-L] New Board
Member Training
Hi all!
We are getting ready to "train" our three new
board members to our museum. Since I have come on as director, several already
existing board members have said that they wished they had more information
before they began work. One even suggested a board mentor type program. My
question is this....what do the rest of you all do to induct your new board
members as to the nuts and bolts of your organization beyond giving them a copy
of your bylaws. How do you get them to understand the down and dirty
of your operation in a quick and timely manner? What worked and what
hasn't?
Diane
Diane Hutsell
Executive Director
www.livingheritagemuseum.com
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