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Leadership Transition Checklist

As a board member, one of your most important tasks is to hire and evaluate the executive director. Yet many board members find themselves unprepared when faced with an unplanned transition. The board chair often receives a phone call from a leader who has just accepted another opportunity; even if there is a succession plan in place, it can be difficult to know how to proceed.
The first step is to acknowledge that an executive director search is not any ordinary hire: it’s a pivotal opportunity to shape the vision for your organization’s future. The way you respond to the news of an executive’s departure can shape the future of the search and the organization, inspiring confidence and setting forth a vision.
This checklist will help get your search off on the right foot, to engage and align your stakeholders and pave the way for future leadership.

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CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation Bernice Martin Lee on Growing with Benefactor Group
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Bernice Martin Lee on Growing with Benefactor Group

The Epilepsy Foundation of America is a national leader in the fight to end epilepsy and the challenges associated with it. With a mission to lead the charge in educating, advocating, and advancing care for the 3.4 million people living with epilepsy in the United States, the Foundation has a long history of driving change, breaking stigma, and building community. At the helm of this critical work is CEO Bernice “Bee” Martin Lee, a visionary leader committed to strengthening the Foundation’s reach, relevance, and long-term sustainability. In this video, Bee shares reflections on the Foundation’s recent journey to develop a bold new strategic plan and invest in capacity building—work undertaken in close partnership with Benefactor Group. Watch the video now to hear Bee’s perspective on the process, the importance of a growth partner, and how the Foundation is positioning itself for lasting impact.

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