Great boards do not just happen. Strategy and work are behind every high performance board. When many organizations recruit board members, they simply look for bodies willing to serve, or find “resume-builders” in the community interested in gaining local recognition. Some of these folks turn out to be surprisingly talented; many do not.
More than any other single factor, the identification and recruitment of the right board will determine the long-term viability of Mirror Stage. Because board recruitment is such an important activity, Mirror Stage is forming a year-round committee whose long-range focus is an ongoing function:
- Help Mirror Stage articulate the kinds of qualities, characteristics, skills, expertise, backgrounds, and the various perspectives needed to make a strong board.
- Help identify and recruit the best candidates.
Committee members need not be members of the Board of Directors. Additional non-board members and members of the community are needed as committee members. People interested in volunteering for Mirror Stage Company but unable to commit to full board service are welcome to serve as committee members.
The Board of Directors meets every month except July and December. The Board Development Committee meets between board meetings.
Skills and Expertise sought:
- Administration/Management
- Entertainment/Culture
- Human Resources
- Nonprofit
- Operations
- Organizational Development
Serving on MSC's Board Development committee will help ensure a long-range plan for board recruitment and development, enabling Mirror Stage to continue building a stable foundation upon which we can reflect life onstage for many years to come.
