Bringing on new board members to your association is exciting—new energy, new ideas, new experience and knowledge. But how can you onboard new members quickly, consistently and make it beneficial, both for them and the organization?
“Proper onboarding not only engages that new board member, but also integrates them with the existing members,” said Cristine Carpluk, vice president of customer experience at OnBoard, a maker of board management technology. “They probably have a good amount of expertise, but what does that mean to the board? And what is their responsibility when they walk into that boardroom?”
Before new board members report for service, here’s a top hits list to help you ensure a smooth and successful experience—the five Ps of onboarding.
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