Why do you need to know the why? Retreats take energy, time, and money; resources you might invest elsewhere. If you can’t establish a value that motivates you and drives board attendance, rethink your retreat concept and choose another option.
Karen Eber Davis provides customized advising and coaching around nonprofit strategy and board development. People leaders hire her to bring clarity to sticky situations, break through barriers that seem insurmountable, and align people for better futures. She is the author of 7 Nonprofit Income Streams and Let's Raise Nonprofit Millions Together.
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