Nonprofit Board Governance: The Case for Real Presence in the Age of Virtual Convenience

October 30, 2025


Amidst the rise (and convenience) of virtual meetings, GEM’s Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Stephanie Lynch, explores why in-person nonprofit board meetings remain vital to strong governance. She highlights how face-to-face engagement strengthens trust, enriches strategic dialogue, and supports better long-term decision-making, and argues that real presence is a necessary investment for boards guiding missions built to endure. Stephanie underscores that the depth of connection and context gained in person simply cannot be replicated on a screen.

 

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