Welcome to Purposely SHORT, a weekly episode that features one of our friends or past guests sharing their expertise on a specific topic.

This week's episode features Paul Brown, Managing Director at Boardworks and Executive Director of Emergency Alliance NZ. With a wealth of experience in governance and board leadership, Paul provides useful insights into what makes a strong and effective non-profit board.

• The Importance of Board Dynamics: Paul explains why good relationships and teamwork on a board are vital for the success of charities.

• Governance and Leadership: A look at the challenges of governance in the non-profit sector and how boards can stay focused on their mission and purpose.

• Balancing Skills and Lived Experience: The importance of having board members with the right skills alongside those with real-life experience of the charity’s work.

• Defining Board vs. Management Roles: Paul highlights why it’s important to separate the roles of the board and the management team so that boards focus on strategy rather than daily operations.

• Common Governance Challenges: Discussing typical issues faced by non-profit boards, such as staying on track with their mission and handling personal liability concerns.

Listen in to hear Paul’s practical advice on how to make boards more effective and why good governance matters. Whether you’re a charity leader, a board member, or just interested in governance, this episode is full of useful tips and ideas.

Enjoy the episode and be inspired by Paul Brown’s passion for improving governance in the non-profit sector.