What does a strategic planning committee do?
Some boards form an ad hoc strategic planning team to guide the planning process. The strategic planning team usually includes three to five board members (and sometimes staff members). The committee’s role is to plan ahead for the actual strategic planning process by outlining tasks, roles, and timelines. For example, the committee might coordinate every aspect of the strategic planning meeting(s) or retreat(s)—from creating the agenda to ordering meals. Once the strategic plan is in place, the committee is responsible for following up to make sure the tasks are addressed and completed. Forming a strategic planning committee has its benefits. It ensures that planning ideas come from many individuals and that there is ownership on the part of the board. It also divides duties ahead of time, allowing more people to play a role in making strategic planning a success. “I would strongly suggest that your board appoint a strategic planning oversight committee. If it doesn’t, the board or st
