The relationship between a CEO and chair is unlike any other in leadership. At its best, it’s a source of support, challenge, and inspiration. At times, it can also be complex to navigate. At ACEVO, we understand how central this partnership is to effective leadership – and how it can shape the success of your organisation.
That’s why we offer resources, guidance, and opportunities designed to help our members strengthen and sustain this vital relationship. Whether you’re looking for practical tools, peer insights, or shared learning with your chair, ACEVO is here to help you make the most of working together.
This digital event explores how to balance the roles and how to bring out the best in each other, by looking at the CEO/chair relationship from both perspectives. Chairs and chief executives are both welcome; we recommend you come as a pair. It’s a good opportunity to take stock of and review how you work together.
Read personal insights about the relationship between CEOs and chairs from ACEVO members, as well as external collaborators and experts in charity governance.
If you are, or will be, involved in the appointment of a new chair, trustee or chief executive of a charity, ACEVO and Green Park have produced a guide to support you throughout the process. This guide provides a step by step process, from the planning phase to the post appointment phase, and will help you to plan ahead and prepare for common challenges.
Our CEO in Crisis service supports you when you believe you are at a crisis point and/or when your job is at risk. We will guide and support you in strict confidence, and help you build a plan of action. The first step to access our confidential CEO in Crisis service is to fill a referral form. We will get back to you within five working days to schedule an initial conversation.
The Association of Chairs is the only UK membership association dedicated to supporting chairs and boards to lead their charities well and achieve the most impact in society.
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If you have any queries please email info@acevo.org.uk or call 020 7014 4600.