Our board seeks to bring our leadership and governance functions into the 21st Century, but we only have so much time to devote to planning. Which should be the higher priority – developing a strategic plan or adopting a new governance structure like the Club Governance Model?
A18: One of the biggest challenges to club leadership and governance is the lack of continuity that results from the frequent changes in the board of directors and its leaders. Each year over 75% of clubs elect a new President and most clubs also replace as much as a third of their board membership. Maintaining a “long line” or consistency in the planning function requires an extra measure of commitment and competence at the Board level. The two most effective ways to meet this challenge to stay consistent are (1) an effective strategic planning process and (2) an effective governance model comprising sound governance principles. But of these two important board functions, which should take priority? Most clubs who are deciding whether to invest in a strategic plan or remodel its governance structure will choose to develop a strategic plan. Why? Because it’s the more familiar activity and the output is more easily envisioned. A new governance model is often seen as somewhat abstract an
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