Executive Director transitions are pivotal moments for nonprofit organizations. Whether driven by a planned departure, unexpected vacancy, or organizational reset, the interim period can either steady the ship, or quietly erode trust, momentum, and culture.
This interactive training equips boards of directors and exiting Executive Directors with the clarity, structure, and tools needed to successfully navigate an interim ED period. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the interim role, the board’s evolving responsibilities, and how to intentionally prepare the organization for long-term leadership success.
The session blends best-practice frameworks, real-world scenarios, and hands-on tools to help boards move confidently from transition to onboarding, search, and ultimately the right long-term fit, without burning out staff or overburdening volunteers. Attendees will leave with practical tools that can be implemented immediately.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Understand the purpose and value of an interim Executive Director
Clarify the distinct roles of the board, interim ED, and outgoing ED and talk through transition steps
Identify what stability looks like during a leadership transition for a thoughtful, values-aligned search for a permanent ED
Support effective onboarding and authority-setting for an interim ED
Avoid common pitfalls that derail interim leadership periods
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