We have been consulting with agribusiness and cooperatives for over 47 years, giving us understanding and insight that is invaluable for our clients. Our experience includes being the senior faculty member for the Cooperative Leadership Seminar, a former senior executive of the Spokane Bank for Cooperatives, and a former member of the faculty at Oregon State University in the Department of Agricultural Economics.
Governance and Leadership
The performance of your cooperative in the next millennium is highly dependent on the strength of its board and CEO alliance. Sometimes, however, undefined roles, inadequate communication, lack of a strategic plan, unclear policies and decision-making boundaries, and other distractions can severely impair the board and CEO alliance. When this occurs, the cooperative organization can experience severe setbacks in performance.
The ability of the board and CEO to mutually understand and respect each other’s roles is critical for long-term success. This requires clear definition of their respective duties and decision-making boundaries. In addition, their ability to “think outside of the box”, formulate strategy, and execute plans, helps assure long-term profitability, growth, and survival.
A strong alliance between a cooperative’s board of directors and its CEO is required in today’s fast-paced and dynamic marketplace.
This partnership is the cornerstone for lasting success today and in the next millennium. Start building a stronger and more effective alliance in your cooperative. Guarantee its future . . . now!
The Harvey A. Meier Co. responds to requests from cooperative boards of directors and CEOs for guidance and insight in the following areas:
The Board’s Role and Structure
- Director responsibilities
- Committee roles and structure
- Conflict resolution in the boardroom
- Director selection criteria
- Role of the chairperson
- Director liability
The Board and CEO Partnership
- The CEO’s role and responsibilities
- CEO/board communications
- Board/employee communications
Governance Practices
- Conducting effective meetings
- Evaluating board performance
- Evaluating CEO performance
- CEO selection criteria
- Director compensation
- CEO compensation
- Strategic planning
Let’s connect!
Our team knows what it takes to build and sustain a strong board and top executive alliance. We invite you to discuss governance of your organization with us, always in confidence.