Annual CEO Evaluation of the Board's Performance

  • 1. BOARD MAKEUP

    Please rate questions on the scale from (0) Does Not Meet Expectations to (5) Consistently Exceeds Expectations
  • Does Not Meet Expectations (0) Sometimes Meets Expectations (2) Always Meets Expectations (3) Often Exceeds Expectations (4) Consistently Exceeds Expectations (5) NA / Don't Know
    Do board members represent a good cross-section of the arts and business community?
    Does the board represent a diverse community membership?
    Does the board represent a diverse education/experience background?
    Does the board membership either include or have access to resources needed by the organization (i.e., accountant, attorney, etc.)?
    Is every Board Member aware of and using their time, talents, and resources working in support of SPAA's mission and vision?
  • *An explanation is required when giving a score of 0, 2, or 5. These explanations will help guide feedback by identifying specific areas of success, as well as, areas where growth is needed. For all other scores simply write n/a in the comment field.

  • 2. BOARD GOVERNANCE

    Please rate questions on the scale from (0) Does Not Meet Expectations to (5) Consistently Exceeds Expectations
  • Does Not Meet Expectations (0) Sometimes Meets Expectations (2) Always Meets Expectations (3) Often Exceeds Expectations (4) Consistently Exceeds Expectations (5) NA / Don't Know
    Does the board provide an appropriate level of oversight and guidance for the organization without overstepping its purview or authority?
    Is the board responsive to CEO assessments of staff needs and requests?
    Does the board operate in a cohesive and collaborative manner?
    Is the board consistent and clear in communicating its expectations, directives, and initiatives to the CEO?
    Has the board consistently adhered to the organization’s bylaws, mission, vision, values, and legal requirements?
  • *An explanation is required when giving a score of 0, 2, or 5. These explanations will help guide feedback by identifying specific areas of success, as well as, areas where growth is needed. For all other scores simply write n/a in the comment field.

  • 3. BOARD COMMITTEES

    Please rate questions on the scale from (0) Does Not Meet Expectations to (5) Consistently Exceeds Expectations
  • Does Not Meet Expectations (0) Sometimes Meets Expectations (2) Always Meets Expectations (3) Often Exceeds Expectations (4) Consistently Exceeds Expectations (5) NA / Don't Know
    Has the board established committees pursuant to the bylaws?
    Do established committees support the needs of the organization?
    Are all board members assigned to a committee?
    To avoid conflicts of interests, are non-board members recruited to serve on the finance and audit committee?
    Do committees solicit input and feedback from the CEO?
    Do committees assist in organizational development (i.e., fundraising, bylaw review, promotion of the organization, etc.)?
    Do committees assist in community collaborations?
  • *An explanation is required when giving a score of 0, 2, or 5. These explanations will help guide feedback by identifying specific areas of success, as well as, areas where growth is needed. For all other scores simply write n/a in the comment field.

  • 4. BOARD FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY

    Please rate questions on the scale from (0) Does Not Meet Expectations to (5) Consistently Exceeds Expectations
  • Does Not Meet Expectations (0) Sometimes Meets Expectations (2) Always Meets Expectations (3) Often Exceeds Expectations (4) Consistently Exceeds Expectations (5) NA / Don't Know
    Has the board reviewed and approved a realistic and reasonable budget?
    Has the board shown proper oversight, restraint, and flexibility with the budget?
    Does the board have a well-functioning Finance Committee to provide insight and feedback to support the CEO?
    Has the board ensured that cash reserves are sufficient and protected for use in an emergency?
    Is every Board Member engaged in fundraising, such as but not limited to, direct asks, sponsorships, event tickets, hosting major donor events, obtaining in kind donations, opening doors to individuals, corporations and foundations?
  • *An explanation is required when giving a score of 0, 2, or 5. These explanations will help guide feedback by identifying specific areas of success, as well as, areas where growth is needed. For all other scores simply write n/a in the comment field.

  • 5. MEETINGS

    Please rate questions on the scale from (0) Does Not Meet Expectations to (5) Consistently Exceeds Expectations
  • Does Not Meet Expectations (0) Sometimes Meets Expectations (2) Always Meets Expectations (3) Often Exceeds Expectations (4) Consistently Exceeds Expectations (5) NA / Don't Know
    Are board meetings held consistently to a schedule?
    Are committee meetings held consistently to a schedule?
    Are all board members engaged with the organization and attending meetings with the frequency spelled out in the bylaws?
    Are absentee board members (i.e., those who don’t regularly attend meetings) given warning of the consequences of their absences, and asked to leave the board when necessary pursuant to the directives provided by the bylaws?
  • *An explanation is required when giving a score of 0, 2, or 5. These explanations will help guide feedback by identifying specific areas of success, as well as, areas where growth is needed. For all other scores simply write n/a in the comment field.