Board Chair

Consequential Questions:

1. What kind of board chair do I want to be? What kind of board chair does my board need?
2. Have I made certain that my institution has an agreed-upon vision of what it aspires to be, and have I secured board support for the vision?
3. As the board chair, how can I clarify and reinforce mutual expectations and goals?

Source:

Effective Board Chairs: A Guide for University and College Chairs by Jeffrey B. Trammell, AGB 2016

Consequential Questions:

1. Do I know what is required to conduct productive board meetings? How can I increase productivity and engagement during our virtual board meetings?
2. What is required to keep my board informed and engaged? How engaged is each member?
3. Does our existing committee structure fit today’s needs? If not, do I know what to do to change this?
4. Who would be the most effective chair of each committee? Do they currently hold these positions?

Source:

Effective Board Chairs: A Guide for University and College Chairs by Jeffrey B. Trammell, AGB 2016

Consequential Questions:

1. Do I fully understand the dimensions of my power as a board chair—its limits and opportunities—leverage my power to get things done?
2. Do I have a respectful, effective relationship with the president?
3. Do I actively build strong relationships with other key players, including fellow board members, administration, faculty, students, and alumni?

Source:

Effective Board Chairs: A Guide for University and College Chairs by Jeffrey B. Trammell, AGB 2016