Glossary Archive

How Improving Accessibility Bolsters Board Diversity

One in four people in the United States live with some form of disability, but the boardroom often lacks diversity when it...

Are You Prepared for the Next Board Meeting?

Agendas. Minutes. Reports. Last-minute changes. Approvals. The to-do list for board administrators and staffers seems...

What is a Board of Directors?

What exactly is a board of directors? What are their key responsibilities? Oftentimes, people associate the phrase “board...

Why Every Credit Union Needs a Board Management Solution

A web-based board portal makes board meetings more effective, more secure, and supports regulatory compliance –...

Product Update: August 2021 Release

What’s New at OnBoard OnBoard has launched new, innovative features to help you do more for your board. Check out the...

The Next Level for Board Intelligence

OnBoard will shape a new era of effectiveness, collaboration, and productivity; all powered by the next level of board...

OnBoard Releases Results from First Annual Board Effectiveness Survey

Survey respondents indicate that digital meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic created more effective, collaborative,...

A Special Holiday Thanks from Paroon

As we close out 2020, I want to take a moment to share my thoughts with you. In my view, the COVID-19 pandemic has made this...

Passageways Honored to Win Seven Stevie® Awards at 2020 American Business Awards

We are delighted to announce that we’ve been named the recipient of seven Stevie® Awards at The American Business...

What is Robert’s Rules of Order?

First published in 1876, Robert’s Rules of Order is a widely adopted framework for meetings run on parliamentary...

501(c)(3) Violations: 4 Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these major 501(c)(3) violations and retain your nonprofit status. The most effective nonprofit organizations follow...

Why Governance is Critical for AIM Companies

The Alternative Investment Market (AIM) offers looser rules for startups and smaller organizations. That makes good board...

501(c)(3) vs. 501(c)(4): What’s the Difference?

Launching a nonprofit? Discover the key differences between Internal Revenue Code sections 501(c)(3) vs. 501(c)(4)....

501(c)(3) Requirements: Overview, Rules, and Regulations

When starting a nonprofit, it’s important to follow 501(c)(3) requirements. Learn the key guidelines of obtaining...

How to Start a Nonprofit in Virginia (Step-by-Step Guide)

Starting a nonprofit in Virginia? The most effective startups commit to rapid and sustained success by following these tips....

How to Apply for 501(c)(3) Status: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to apply for 501(c)(3) status by following these simple steps, including partnering with a registered agent and...

How to Host an Effective Operations Meeting (Step-by-Step Guide)

Planning an operations meeting? Learn how to host a value-driven operations meeting by following these mission-critical...

How to Start a Nonprofit in Maryland (Step-by-Step Guide)

Starting a nonprofit in Maryland? You'll need to complete these key steps, including recruiting a board of directors,...

How to Host an Effective Council Meeting

Planning a council meeting? Learn how to host an effective council meeting by following these simple, straightforward steps....