Good Governance Gordon Follows Partner 20 September 2012
Who am I and Why am I here Partner -Not for Profit & Trade Association specialist -Sports sector focus -16 years of specialism Our focus today -Governance -Change management
Change – a good thing?
What is Governance? the process by which decisions are made and implemented
Governance process The Board Governing body on behalf of membership Within framework of its own rules & the law of the land Board meeting Informs itself via reports from staff, sub-committees, expert advice Takes decisions Staff, volunteers Implement decisions Deliver strategy Report progress to the Board Objectives
Board Role LeadershipRegulatoryDemocraticAdvisoryDevelopmentSupportiveNetworkingInfluencing
Code of Conduct Selflessness – duty to act in the best interest of the organisation Integrity – avoid impropriety and the acceptance of bribes Objectivity – fair in awarding contracts or gifts Accountability – duty to comply with the law and accountable for their decisions Openness – confidential information should be handled sensitively & transparent in its operations Honesty – must declare conflicts of interest Leadership – must lead by example and respect the CEO
The 4 th Principle
What do you need to address? 1. Size of the board 2. Skills on the board 3. Supporting the board
Size Does Matter Optimum board size is
3 simple questions Where are we now? Where do we want to be? How are we going to get there?
Skills Audit
Running a Skills Audit Current governance review SWOT analysis Member consultation Evaluation of effectiveness
Induction & Support Opportunity to meet with Chairman and CEO Full information pack Recent set of accounts Explanation of role and responsibilities Continuing support and access
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