Role of the Board Chair
May 11, 2012

The Board Chair is the chief board officer. The responsibilities include:
1. lead and facilitate the work of the Board;
2. lead and facilitate the Board's relationship with the CEO include at least annual performance appraisal;
3. watch over the direction and development of the organization including how well operations are achieving board intentions;
4. act as spokesperson for the Board to all publics, IF the Board's expression is advisable or required.
5. get information to the board on board relevant issues in a timely manner;
6. support the CEO;
7. prepare the board's agenda of work (with assistance and input from the CEO);
8. conduct board meetings:
• Not actively involved in the board's debate as that will stifle full participation, particularly from minority opinions. (otherwise use a designated meeting chair: i.e. the Past President)
• Manage the deliberation process to help the board avoid choking on gnats or swallowing camels
9. Complete the first review of Board minutes and final sign off on those minutes after circulation to participants so that they can help with identification of errors and omissions.
10. The Board Chair is responsible to the Board. Performance is at least annually evaluated by the board.