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How a Board Can Help the CEO During a Crisis

May 13, 2020 7:30 am

By Jeff Rendel, Strategic Facilitator

The crisis management team is in place. Communications and media plans are in motion. State and local government recommendations and orders are being monitored and implemented. The Business Continuity Plan is providing structure and guidance. The Board has convened and met with the CEO several times and, most likely, via video conference. Logistics are in order for running the credit union and adapting to what changes the next day may bring. The Board can be confident that a system is in place to serve members in a safe, sound, and secure manner.

Now, a Board can turn its attention to helping its CEO be the executive it needs to lead the credit union through this crisis and emerge ready to serve members in different phases of life and business. Below are questions a Board should regularly ask its CEO to determine how it can make sure the CEO is prepared, well-informed, and confident in making the best decisions for the credit union.

Continue reading Jeff’s advice in the remainder of his article.

 

Jeff Rendel, Certified Speaking Professional and President of Rising Above Enterprises, works with credit unions that want entrepreneurial results in sales, service, and strategy.  Each year, he addresses and facilitates for more than 100 credit unions and their business partners.

Contact: jeff@jeffrendel.com; www.jeffrendel.com; 951.340.3770.

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