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Redefining the Model: Committees vs. Task Forces. Do you have a program that’s reached its shelf life? Do you have sacred cows to be slaughtered?. Introduction . “Because we've always done it that way" isn't a business model.
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Redefining the Model: Committees vs. Task Forces • Do you have a program that’s reached its shelf life? • Do you have sacred cows to be slaughtered? NABE Atlanta 2004
Introduction • “Because we've always done it that way" isn't a business model. • This is an open discussion to share experiences that we hope will become the catalyst for rejuvenating a languishing program or for dismantling a service whose day has come and gone. NABE Atlanta 2004
Committees • How are they structured? • Terms of service? • Term limits? • What types of committees? • Standing? Define • Special? Define • How are chairs selected? • Appointed/elected? NABE Atlanta 2004
Have you eliminated committees? • If so, why? • Were problems encountered? • What successes were achieved? NABE Atlanta 2004
Other group activity models • Task Forces • Commissions • Work Groups • Discussion Groups • Forums NABE Atlanta 2004
Other group activity models • What are the differences? • Length of service, scope of authority, appointment source, financial support, leadership opportunities • Examples of success? • Failures? NABE Atlanta 2004
Sunset Committee • What is it? • Do you use one? • If so, successfully? NABE Atlanta 2004
Summary • We hope you leave empowered to rethink challenging groups • Consider initiating change through strategic planning, leadership change, or any of the other suggestions offered NABE Atlanta 2004
Where to Get More Information • Do We Need Committees? www.theboardsource.org • Gaining Strength by Restructuring Association Governance By Andrew Lang June 2002 www.asaenet.org • NABE’s CSE retreat in March is a great source for discussing alternative methods Today’s Discussion Leaders: Donna H. Fouste Executive Director, Orange County Bar Association Jack D. Lockridge Executive Director, Federal Bar Association Evelyn E. Sullivan Executive Director, Lancaster Bar Association NABE Atlanta 2004