Chief Executive Succession Planning: Essential Guidance for Boards and CEOs

Overview

Chief Executive Succession Planning: Essential Guidance for Boards and CEOs provides a proactive approach so that you are prepared whenever the inevitable day comes.

It might be tomorrow; it might be 10 years from now. But someday, your chief executive is going to leave your organization. Is there a well-thought-out plan in place? Can you expect a smooth transition? If not, his or her departure could trigger a chaotic situation that reduces your organization’s effectiveness and panics key stakeholders.

You will learn from reading Chief Executive Succession Planning

• the differences between executive search and succession planning
• how to create a system that ensures the organization always has an up-to-date succession strategy
• how to get input from and communicate effectively with staff, key stakeholders, and the general public
• five succession planning steps to take prior to the executive search
• six key issues for the board to address during the executive search
• how to ensure a smooth transition for your new chief executive
• why it’s important to begin the succession planning process with a new chief executive

The appendices include a sample emergency leadership transition plan, chief executive succession plan guidelines, and a sample chief executive profile.

While primarily aimed at board members, the publication is a valuable read for chief executives, consultants, senior staff, and others involved with nonprofit boards.