Board Diversity Playbook: Four Critical Steps to Build Transformative Boards

Learn four critical steps for an effective search for new talent and perspectives to add to your board.

These four steps, distilled from conversations with board members, recruiting firms, non-profit leaders, researchers, academics and public administrators can help you find a broad range of talented women* leaders who can provide insights and skills to enhance your board’s performance and success.

• Step 1: Find the Gaps - Update and Use a Board Skills Matrix
• Step 2: Expand Your Networks - Look Beyond First Connections
• Step 3: Create an Equitable Interview Process - Systematize Practices to Block Bias 
• Step 4: Onboard Intentionally - Foster an Environment to Thrive

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^{*Women: We broadly define the word woman: we include women across multiple dimensions: race, ethnicity, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and age. Learn more about women in the glossary.}