Better Boards. Better Communities.
Your hub for board leadership, governance insight, and the tools to make a real difference.
Welcome to Better Boards. Better Communities.
Founded by Dr. Ken Haycock, this site is your starting point for building stronger not-for-profit boards through thoughtful leadership, evidence-based governance, and ongoing professional development.
Whether you're a board chair, executive director, or emerging leader, you'll find valuable tools, insights, and training opportunities to enhance your board’s impact.
You’ll find here:
âś” Expert commentary on governance and leadership
âś” A curated library of downloadable board resources
âś” Upcoming webinars and online courses
âś” Tools to transform your board into a force for good
Governance as Leadership
A Free Weekly Blog by Ken Hayock
Dive into weekly posts exploring how nonprofit boards can lead with intention, strategy, and accountability. From diversity in governance to redefining board roles, each article offers practical insights rooted in real-world experience.
The Centre for Board Governance Resources
Gain access to over 200 curated tools—templates, policies, checklists, and how-to guides—designed to help your board govern more effectively. Available exclusively to Substack subscribers.
Examples Include:
Board Evaluation Templates
Strategic Planning Checklists
CEO Performance Review Guides
Additional Offerings
Webinars, Courses, E-Books, and More
Expand your governance capacity with our ongoing series of interactive webinars, on-demand courses, and downloadable e-books. Whether you're new to board leadership or looking to refine your approach, we offer practical learning led by real experts.
Current & Upcoming Opportunities:
Course: The Board Member 101
Course: The Board Leader Academy
Live Webinar: The 10 Questions Boards Need to Be Asking Now (Coming Soon)
