How to Host the Best Board Development Retreat Ever! Winning Checklist – 17 Keys to Success

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Have you ever sat through a board retreat and thought, “What a waste of time!” You’re squished in a windowless room, squirming in a chair that feels like granite, and longing for the next break. Worse yet, the facilitator is boring, the content is useless, board members are texting, and the food is stale!

If you’re in the process of planning a retreat, don’t settle! It’s possible to put together an amazing day that’s engaging, meaningful, memorable, and fun. All it takes is a little planning and ingenuity.

Listen in to the following checklist to make sure you have all the essential elements in place to ensure the retreat is a resounding success.