Caring & Chairing | ED Annual Reviews: What to Do and What Not to Do

Thursday, October 23, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Equal Minded Cafe

Join us as Thomas Vansaghi, Ph.D., Associate Professor & Director of Nonprofit Leadership at William Jewell, shares effective approaches to Executive Director evaluations. Dr. Vansaghi will outline clear dos and don'ts for conducting reviews that actually improve performance, strengthen board-ED relationships, and advance organizational goals. This session delivers actionable evaluation frameworks you can implement immediately. Transform your ED review process from an uncomfortable annual obligation into a valuable leadership development opportunity that benefits everyone.

What to expect:

• Zero PowerPoints, all conversation

• "Yeah, that happened to me too" moments

• Coffee strong enough to fuel honest discussion

• Practical tips you can actually use

Bring your questions about evaluation timing, metrics, feedback delivery, and documentation. Dr. Vansaghi will share proven strategies while addressing your specific organizational needs.

Presenter: Thomas Vansaghi, Ph.D., Associate Professor & Director of Nonprofit Leadership, William Jewell