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Has your board ever had to abandon a meeting because you couldn't reach quorum? 😤It's more common than most boards admit...
17/06/2026

Has your board ever had to abandon a meeting because you couldn't reach quorum? 😤

It's more common than most boards admit. Here's how to stop it from happening.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/meetings/quorum/

This comprehensive guide provides extensive tips and strategies for achieving a quorum at meetings of all types and sizes.

Who is taking your board minutes, and do they know what they should actually be capturing? 📝Includes templates with real...
16/06/2026

Who is taking your board minutes, and do they know what they should actually be capturing? 📝

Includes templates with real examples. Worth bookmarking before your next meeting.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/meetings/minute-taking-essentials/

Board meeting minutes are a crucial component of the governance framework for organisations

MAICD or GAICD: do you actually know the difference, and which one matters for your career? 🎓If you're involved with the...
13/06/2026

MAICD or GAICD: do you actually know the difference, and which one matters for your career? 🎓

If you're involved with the AICD, this one is worth a few minutes of your time.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/governance/understanding-maicd-gaicd/

Explore the differences between MAICD and GAICD membership levels at the AICD. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and how these designations can enhance …

What if you could reclaim hours of board meeting time every year? ⏱️The consent agenda is one of the simplest tools most...
11/06/2026

What if you could reclaim hours of board meeting time every year? ⏱️

The consent agenda is one of the simplest tools most boards still aren't using.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/meetings/consent-agenda/

How to use a consent agenda to streamline board meetings and improve the quality of discussions, including key items and a sample agenda.

Quick question: does your board actually know how to approve minutes correctly? ✅It sounds routine. Getting it wrong can...
10/06/2026

Quick question: does your board actually know how to approve minutes correctly? ✅

It sounds routine. Getting it wrong can create real legal headaches down the track.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/meetings/approving-minutes-guide/

Approving the minutes is a crucial task for boards and directors, as it ensures the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the record.

Does your organisation actually need a company secretary, and if so, which model fits? 🏛️There's no one-size-fits-all an...
07/06/2026

Does your organisation actually need a company secretary, and if so, which model fits? 🏛️

There's no one-size-fits-all answer. Here's how to work out what's right for you.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/governance/company-secretary-model/

Discover the best company secretary model for medium-sized organisations to ensure effective governance and boardroom success.

How is your board storing its records right now... and is that actually the right call? 🗂️The tradeoffs between digital ...
06/06/2026

How is your board storing its records right now... and is that actually the right call? 🗂️

The tradeoffs between digital and hardcopy archiving are bigger than most boards realise.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/technology/digital-hardcopy-association-records/

Explore the advantages, challenges, and best practices of digital and hardcopy archiving for board documents in associations and non-profits, focusing on …

Are your board minutes actually protecting your organisation, or quietly leaving it exposed? 📋Minutes are far more than ...
03/06/2026

Are your board minutes actually protecting your organisation, or quietly leaving it exposed? 📋

Minutes are far more than a record of who attended. Here's what they really need to do.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/meetings/minutes-more-than-paperwork/

Board meeting minutes are vital for legal compliance, transparency, and accountability. Essential for effective governance, decision-making, and …

AI minute-taking sounds like a no-brainer... until something goes wrong. 🤖The risks most boards aren't considering befor...
02/06/2026

AI minute-taking sounds like a no-brainer... until something goes wrong. 🤖

The risks most boards aren't considering before they make the switch.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/technology/risk-ai-powered-notes/

AI-powered minute-taking can boost meeting efficiency with automated, searchable records, but its challenges—like misidentifying speakers, missing context, …

Should your board be recording its meetings? The answer is more complicated than you might expect. 🎙️Before you hit reco...
31/05/2026

Should your board be recording its meetings? The answer is more complicated than you might expect. 🎙️

Before you hit record, read this.

https://www.ourcatherder.com/technology/recording-board-meetings/

Should your board record its meetings? Video and audio recordings can improve accuracy and accountability, but they also come with privacy risks, legal …

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