The Onboarding Book (2012)

In brief: A robust blueprint that can be customized to complement the dossiers that board leaders provide new directors, The Onboarding Book—applicable to both public and private companies—offers sample templates for policies, practices, committee charters, board and committee evaluation tools, and more.

How boards can use this resource: This publication is an effective resource to support new director orientation. It includes samples and templates relating to the following areas:

• About Our Company
• About Our Board
• Board Responsibilities
• Board and Director Evaluation
• ABC Governance and Policy Documents

Most relevant audiences: Nominating and governance committee chairs, lead directors, board chairs, corporate secretaries, general counsel