I'm in concurrence with the other comments on board rotation to keep a board
balanced and nimble.  However, whether an organization proceeds with
rotation or a lack thereof, it must be in accordance with the organizational
bylaws.  The suggestions for keeping a valuable board member active
following their term end are on the money.

To help with the recruiting process and the concept of rotation, it is
always wise to have a sense of the "age" of your board.  You don't want your
entire institutional memory to rotate off simultaneously.  A good
recruitment plan will keep rotation staggered.  We cover the importance of
the board life cycle and provide a tool for tracking it in the MTA
publication Building Museum Boards.  This electronic template includes
essential recruitment materials such as a timeline/calendar for the
nominations process, board profiles, board contracts, and an orientation
that are designed to be customized to fit your institution.

Amanda A. Ohlke
Executive Director
Museum Trustee Association
2025 M Street, NW
Suite 800
Washington, DC  20036
202.367.1180; 202.367.2180 (FAX)
www.mta-hq.org

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