Grant Sheehan outlines five warning signs that a credit union board may be drifting too dependent on management: management as the primary information source, disengaged meetings, limited internal-only education, strategic plans presented for approval rather than collaboration, and management-influenced succession planning.

Listen for practical guidance on restoring board independence through independent education, active oversight, and collaborative—but clearly defined—roles between the board and CEO to protect members and strengthen long-term governance.