The Secret to Better Board Recruitment

Stop recruiting board members the way everyone else does — try this instead.

Great boards aren’t found — they’re designed.

Instead of asking, ‘Who do we know?’ start by asking, ‘What does the board need?’

Build a simple board competency matrix: skills, perspectives, experience, and networks. Then identify the gaps. Recruit to fill the gaps—not to fill chairs.

Strong boards are built intentionally, not accidentally. 𖤓