Celebrating school board leaders: School Board Appreciation Month and more
By Ellen Glasgow
Read our latest Diligent Minute newsletter: this month we are celebrating school board leaders, it's School Board Appreciation Month and more.
Blog
· Jan 8, 2025
· 17 min read
How to write a board report: Examples & best practices (with template)
By Meghan Day
Today’s dynamic business environment transforms board reporting into a critical tool for decision-making. Discover 11 board reporting best practices.
Blog
· Jan 8, 2025
· 16 min read
How to write a board report: Examples & best practices (with template)
By Meghan Day
Board reports provide insights into business activities and their alignment with strategic goals, highlighting successes and risks. Learn more about board reporting in this article.
Blog
· Jan 7, 2025
· 10 min read
Diligent predicts: Boards and governance trends for 2025
By Kezia Farnham
Explore the latest boards and governance trends for 2025, including AI integration, cybersecurity, and geopolitical risks, as predicted by Diligent’s experts.
Blog
· Jan 6, 2025
· 18 min read
Different types of legal entity documents
By Meghan Day
Each business structure requires different types of legal entity documents. Discover what legal entity documents are needed and the best practices for managing them.
Blog
· Jan 6, 2025
· 7 min read
2025 in focus: Top trends for school boards
By Ellen Glasgow
Explore the key challenges and trends shaping school districts in 2025, from cybersecurity and AI governance to political and social issues, and discover how to prepare effectively.
Blog
· Jan 2, 2025
· 13 min read
14 effective corporate governance best practices to implement now
By Kezia Farnham
Companies must adopt corporate governance best practices to meet growing expectations. Explore fourteen practices, their benefits and implementation strategies.
Blog
· Jan 2, 2025
· 6 min read
Proven ways to streamline your livestreaming process
By Meghan Broddy
Learn tips for preparing to livestream, managing the streaming process and post-meeting procedures.
Blog
· Jan 1, 2025
· 7 min read
What is a board succession planning policy?
By Meghan Day
It’s important for boards to have a board succession planning policy so that directors know how they should approach succession planning for vacancies.
Blog
· Jan 1, 2025
· 8 min read
21-step succession planning checklist to smooth your next transition
By Meghan Day
Succession planning is a critical process in organizations that ensures a smooth transition of leadership. Follow our 21-step succession planning checklist to help your process.
Blog
· Dec 30, 2024
· 7 min read
Consent agenda: What it is & how it saves boards time
By Meghan Day
Find out how a consent agenda, also known as a consent calendar, can transform your board meetings, with a guide on how to implement it and best practices.
Blog
· Dec 30, 2024
· 8 min read
Experts share advocacy tips for public facing board members
By Jennifer Rose Hale
Explore essential advocacy tips for school board and city council members. Learn to connect with constituents, transform needs into action and plan effective strategies.