November 26, 2004Governance Committee1 Objective:  Understand from Board Members the strengths and the weaknesses of the TWC Board.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee2 Average Score per Question

November 26, 2004Governance Committee3 Average Score per Question Average = 8.46

November 26, 2004Governance Committee4 Top 5 Scoring Questions ( 10= high, 1= low) QuestionScore Q1. I understand the mission of The Wellness Community.9.56 Q2. The Wellness Community strategic objectives are appropriate Q10. The board works effectively with the Executive Director Q19. Open and honest communication is encouraged at board meetings Q20. Board members can “speak up” in board and committee meetings. 9.15

November 26, 2004Governance Committee5 Board Survey Conclusions - Preliminary What we do well and should leverage in the future : Board members understand and agree with the mission of TWC and our local strategic plan. Members feel comfortable expressing their opinions and that their thoughts are valued. We need to work to strengthen the following: Need to increase visibility of TWC. (Marketing and Program Committee) People affected by cancer. Organizations that provide service to those affected. Board members want to know more about TWC programs and services. (Program Committee) Board members want to know more about their role as board members and how they can most effectively contribute. (Governance Committee)

November 26, 2004Governance Committee6 Bottom 5 Scoring Questions ( 10= high, 1= low) QuestionScore Q13. The Wellness Community is “visible” in the community Q3. I am knowledgeable about The Wellness Community programs and services Q4. The board stays in tune with local developments that could affect The Wellness Community Q16. Board roles and responsibilities are clearly articulated.7.89 Q5. The board is effective in raising short term operating funds. 7.96

November 26, 2004Governance Committee7 Q1: I Understand the Mission of The Wellness Community.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee8 Q2: TWC strategic objectives are appropriate.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee9 Q3: I am Knowledgeable about TWC Programs and Services.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee10 Q4: The Board Stays in Tune with Local Developments that Could Affect TWC.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee11 Q5: The Board is Effective in Raising Short Term Operating Funds.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee12 Q6: The Board is Effective in Implementing Financial Initiatives to Insure the Long Term Financial Security of TWC.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee13 Q7: Appropriate Board Time and Attention is Spent Understanding the Current Financial Situation of TWC.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee14 Q8: Management Reports Give You a Clear Idea of the Progress Toward Achieving the Organization’s Goals.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee15 Q9: The Board Takes Corrective Action, if Necessary, to Address Areas of Concern Identified in Board Discussions.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee16 Q10: The Board Works Effectively with the Executive Director.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee17 Q11: Board Members are Encouraged to Recommend Individual for Board Membership.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee18 Q12: Board and Committee Time is Focused on Topics that are Important to Achieving the Mission and Strategic Objectives of TWC.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee19 Q13: TWC is “Visible” in the Community.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee20 Q14: I take the Opportunity to Make TWC Known to Others.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee21 Q15: Serving on the Board is a Satisfying and Rewarding Experience.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee22 Q16: Board Roles and Responsibilities are Clearly Articulated.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee23 Q17: TWC is Moving Forward on Key Priorities.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee24 Q18: TWC Meets the Needs and Interest of its Participants.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee25 Q19: Open and Honest Communication is Encouraged at Board Meetings.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee26 Q20: Board Members can “Speak Up” in Board and Committee Meetings.

November 26, 2004Governance Committee27 Quotes 5. The board is effective in raising short term operating funds. –Not full board,; executive more effective 6. The board is effective in implementing financial initiatives to insure the long term financial security of TWC. –Finance Committee is but not necessarily board as a group. 8. Management reports give you a clear idea of the progress toward achieving the organization’s goals –Which ones? Some, not all

November 26, 2004Governance Committee28 Quotes 13. TWC is “visible” in the community. –Certain segments more visible than others –Within our (board’s) own socio-economic circles, but not necessarily the greater community. 17. TWC is moving forward on key priorities. –Not sure if I know the key priorities 19. Open and honest communication is encouraged at board meetings. –Run a bit too tightly at times for good dialogue