Reimagining Board Independence in Not-for-Profit Governance

Key Points

• Finding that enhanced board independence leads to improved accountability within not-for-profit organizations.
• Key evidence indicates that organizations with independent boards report significantly higher stakeholder satisfaction.
• Observational analysis of governance practices across various not-for-profits highlights existing challenges in board structures.
• Supports the idea that increased board independence may enable better decision-making and enhance overall organizational effectiveness.