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Re: Jean Case Post

Alice Korngold — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:57:47 -0000

Jean, I wholeheartedly agree! And the great people and organizations you mention are role models and leaders in the field of corporate volunteerism and corporate social responsibility (CSR).

I will also add that nonprofit boards provides unique opportunities for business executives to engage in rewarding and productive volunteer service, while developing as leaders. Board participation is a win-win-win-win for the individual, the company, the nonprofit, and the community. Companies that integrate volunteerism, philanthropy, and board service, can have a powerful impact in strengthening the communities where their employees and customers work and live.

See more here in my Fast Company post http://www.fastcompany.com/....

Re: How Can We Fix Our Broken Approach to Boards?

Alice Korngold — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:12:35 -0000

I have never understood the complaint that the "board model" doesn't work. There is no "board model"! The legal requirements are so minimal and basic that every organization can design the model it wants and needs -- how many people you want, how often you meet, the committees you want and need, your agendas, your leadership positions/roles, expectations of board members, and so on. Just as I describe here in "Designer Boards." http://bit.ly/A7qZZZ

And it is both vital and do-able to transform boards to be more effective, per my post here on transforming boards. http://bit.ly/5w6A3U

Boards are complicated because group dynamics are complicated. And
unfortunately, nonprofits function in markets that are arguably more
complex than those inhabited by for-profits. All the more reason that the key to effective board governance is effective leadership http://bit.ly/1q7DWN.

And if board work were easy, then any simpleton could be a board member!

Re: Why Are Lawyers The Only Ones Who Get To Do Pro Bono Work

Alice Korngold — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:15:43 -0000

Aaron, the value that Taproot provides is powerful in many ways.

I agree with you that there are many people with business experience and expertise who want to make a contribution. And nonprofits very much need the skills and talents that business people can bring to bear. But the two parties need a broker with a systematic approach to match the volunteer consultants with the projects.

By providing that service, your organization ensures that volunteers have a productive and rewarding experience (and return and recommend others) and that nonprofits gain the resources they need to achieve their vital missions in service to the community.

Bravo for your great work, and for continuing to seek ways to further improve on your model!

Alice

Re: Sustainability News and Blogs Update – 29.08.2009

Alice Korngold — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:54:29 -0000

Fabian, in response to one of my blog posts (Fast Co, Ethonomics), you asked me if I think we have a way to go with CSR. My response: I have worked in CSR for over 15 years, when most people thought it was revolutionary, and that business and social and environmental causes just didn't mix. We've evolved so that almost every company pays lip service, and some actually get it (that it's good for the world AND good for business), and even live it. That being said, there is a long way to go. And your work is critical in advancing CSR. You are shining the light and building a community. Thank you!