Online Board Meetings Benefits

As a non-profit organization, you likely have a limited number of board member slots. Many of these slots are difficult to fill due to the time commitment required to travel and attend meetings in person. Virtual board meetings remove the need for travel and calendar synchronization, making them more accessible to busy board members.

Virtual meetings are also easier to plan and there’s less work to attend them. This can reduce the amount of work that has to be done in advance of every meeting, as well as the necessity to coordinate the meeting space. This could reduce the workload of your board which is beneficial for your organization and its bottom line.

Another benefit of online board meetings is that they help to connect and get board members involved. The right technology platform can facilitate this by offering tools for communication via video conference, presentation and discussion via chats, and whiteboard collaboration. These tools can be used in a similar way as a face-to-face meeting while still adhering to the rules of participation and meeting protocols.

To ensure that the board is engaged, it’s a good idea to limit the duration of meetings, and to take breaks when needed. It is also beneficial to offer training to board members who aren’t tech-savvy and to encourage the use of different meeting tools. This includes polling questions, muting and using the virtual “raise your hand” option. Members can also type questions in the chatbox.

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