8:30-9:30 a.m

33-G. Engaging, Strengthening, and Compensating Board Members

Creating a high-performing nonprofit board of directors entails more than simply selecting individuals to serve. Organizations must also strive to enhance the impact of board members once they are recruited. This session will examine the holistic Board Lifecycle Program implemented by Sun Health Communities in Surprise, AZ. Presenters will describe program features, including strategic recruitment aligned with effective board engagement, an onboarding process designed to help new board members contribute and thrive, and a board rotation policy that encourages fresh perspectives while maintaining institutional knowledge. The Board Lifecycle Program also features board compensation to boost recruitment, raise expectations, and enhance engagement. Get ready to access practical tools that will help you develop a high-impact board.

• Wendy Norman, SVP of Talent Solutions, Sun Health Communites — Surprise, AZ, USA
• Irene Kovala, Board Member, Sun Health Communites — Surprise, AZ, US
• Sharon Orlopp, Foundation Board Chair, Sun Health Communites — Surprise, AZ, US
• Cathy Schweiger, Director, Health Care and Life Sciences, CLA — Charlotte, NC, US
• Joseph La Rue, CEO/President, Sun Health Communites — Surprise, AZ, US