Talking to our trustees: Insights for Trustees’ Week
It feels great to support a charity in a way other than making a donation. We all have skills, experience and knowledge we can offer.
As Trustees’ Week kicks off, it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the individuals who play a vital role in shaping our Charity’s future. We spoke to a few of our trustees Gary, Gemma, Richard and Nick. Each of them brings a unique perspective and passion to their role, here they share their thoughts on what it means to serve as a trustee.
It feels great to support a charity in a way other than making a donation. We all have skills, experience and knowledge we can offer. Your question might spark new insight into a problem, or your experience might lend insight into a risk that others hadn’t considered before. It’s great for your career too, offering a professional setting where you can develop your governance skills.
My advice would be to take time to understand the organisation’s strategy and risks and get to grips with the financial model, even if you don’t have a head for numbers. Take opportunities to meet with employees and customers to experience the organisation from their perspective. You might have been recruited for your experience in a specific area and certainly you should offer your insights with that, but get curious about all areas because an informed view can be just as valuable.
Find out more about our wider Trustee Team
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