Achieving Impact Through Your Advisory Board | Origin: CM143
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Building and Leading Effective CTE Advisory Boards --> Achieving Impact Through Your Advisory Board
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
From this training module, I've learn that the true value of an advisory board lies in moving beyond routine compliance and meetings to deliver measurable, strategic impact on program quality, relevance, and outcomes. The input that should be discussed during meetings must be systematically tied to data-driven decisions to achieve specific improvements desired within the program curriculum, etc. Have a clear goal setting, provide feedback to close the loop, and must have an impact-focused agendas.
I liked the thought of choosing one thing to focus on to ensure success for the program and the employers. I will focus on skills mapping which I think would be beneficial and measurable for each party.
I prepare by documenting roles and processes and maintaining open communication. To ensure smoother handoffs, I would strengthen onboarding, share key information early, and plan transitions proactively whenever possible.
I think a required training for new Board members to include expectations, previous meeting notes, and goals would be beneficial. I also plan to be more strategic this year by sharing our specific goals and listening and implementing more suggestions from Board members versus just telling them what we've done in the past. I want to see more input from our Board members that benefit our students and programs.
Currently, personnel transitions in my program and advisory board are managed informally, relying mostly on the goodwill and availability of outgoing members. However, I recognize the need for a more structured approach. To ensure smoother handoffs, I plan to implement an onboarding package for new members that includes bylaws, meeting minutes, and strategic goals. Additionally, I aim to establish a mentoring system where experienced members support newcomers during their first year. These steps will help maintain continuity, build trust, and reinforce the long-term vision of the program.
