Governance Basics

Governance is the system of rules, processes, and oversight that ensures ethical leadership, accountability, and transparency. It guides decision-making, risk management, and strategic direction in organizations.

Governance is the system of rules, processes, and oversight that ensures ethical leadership, accountability, and transparency. It guides decision-making, risk management, and strategic direction in organizations.

Latest Resources

Checklist The Basics of Board Committee Structure

From standing and ad hoc committees to task forces and advisory councils, a board accomplishes its work through a variety of smaller groups....

Checklist Nine Myths About Board Meeting Procedure Worth Debunking

Breaking down common myths and misconceptions about board meeting procedures can help associations run more effective and efficient meetings.

Checklist Governance Terms

The following terms are fundamental in understanding the principles and practices of corporate governance.

Publications

Publication cover image for 2026 Associations Now Board Brief (print)
Members: $14.30
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Publication cover image for Association Law Handbook, 7th Edition
Members: $400.00
Nonmembers: $400.00

Events

2026-05-18
2026-05-19
America/Denver
Asher Adam Autograph Collection Hotel, 2 S 400 W, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101, United States
CAE credits: 11.75
2026-06-08
2026-06-09
America/New_York
Westin Washington DC Downtown (formerly the Renaissance Hotel), 999 9th Street NW, Wash, DC, 20001
CAE credits: 11.75
2026-06-28
2026-06-30
America/Toronto
The Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1N9H4, Canada
CAE credits: 7
2026-08-15
2026-08-18
America/New_York
Indiana Convention Center, 100 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225
CAE credits: Pending
2026-10-05
2026-10-06
America/Chicago
The Westin Hotel Downtown, Austin, 310 E. 5th Street, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
CAE credits: Pending