This list of Board recruitment and development articles is from a variety of sources. Listed in no particular order. Special access requirements noted.
Recruitment / Standards and Practices
Recruiting and Training Board Members (LTA membership required)
A guide to recruiting board members *
Board Composition and Structure resources (LTA membership required)
Sample Job Descriptions, Applications, etc.
Sample board member job description from Bayfield Regional Conservancy (LTA membership required)
Board member application and letter of responsibility from Wallowa Land Trust (LTA membership required)
Board Member Job Description Template*
Comprehensive board governance policies from Harpswell Heritage Land Trust (LTA membership required)
Sample board interest and nomination form from E.L. Rose Conservancy of Susquehanna County (LTA membership required)
Sample Board profile matrix (LTA membership required)
Board Development
Building Stronger Boards: How to Get the Most from Your Organization's Leadership (webinar)
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