For those newer to the governance role, Passageways' "The Definitive Guide to Better Board Meetings" shares some sound tips for effective board meetings - particularly meeting preparation, including populating and finalizing the meeting agenda and pre-read materials.
See also the Society's "Logistical Arrangements for Board Meetings: A Guide for the Corporate Secretary" and "Preparation of Board Materials" from this year's Essentials program, and additional information & resources on our Board Meetings, Minutes, and Corporate Secretary's Office pages. This post first appeared in the weekly Society Alert!