Tag: regenia bailey
Planning for a dynamic year ahead
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
As we opened 2017, political changes caused many to wonder what they would mean for their organizations. Now, as...
Getting the most from your volunteers
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
Over the last few months, I’ve had the opportuÂnity to work with a number of organizations and learn about...
Better recruitment makes for better boards
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
Many boards appoint their nominating committees to identify and recruit new board members this time of year. Being thoughtful...
Former IC mayors endorse bond measure
By Matt Hayek, Regenia Bailey, Ross Wilburn, Ernie Lehman, Naomi Novick, Bill AmbrisÂco and John Balmer / Guest Opinion
As former mayors of Iowa City,...
Ready for new financial reporting standards?
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
For some, thinking about changes in financial reporting standards for nonprofit organizations can make sleepy summer days even sleepier,...
The importance of balanced leadership
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
Nonprofit leadership requires a healthy partnership between the board and its chief executive. Organizations benefit from active, engaged board leadership...
The board’s financial oversight responsibility
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
The majority of people on nonprofit boards serve because of the organization’s programs, its role in the community or...
The importance of nonprofit advocacy
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
We depend upon nonprofit organizations to be part of the community building equation. From addressing challenging issues like hunger...
Be ready for changes in your organization
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
Change is a constant. In our current environment, this may feel even more evident to you and your organization....
Improving board member engagement
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Column
I frequently hear concerns from board leaders and nonprofit executives about lack of board member engagement in their organizations. Details...