This program provides you immediate access to the experience of three accomplished CEOs with a wide range of expertise in building businesses, deep knowledge of the challenges faced by small companies and best practices for accelerating growth. No recruiting or vetting of candidates – simply “plug and play.”

The Advisory Board FastStart™ initiative is designed to enable you to rapidly build a Board that is as attuned to your strategy as possible based on factors unique to your organization. From the kickoff meeting to your first board meeting, the average engagement takes 4 to 6 months.

• Review/revise strategy
• Gap analysis
• Establish goals for Board
• Profile ideal members
• Determine compensation, if any
• Create a one-page “teaser” to attract and quickly inform prospective candidates
• Interview company-identified candidates; advise on selection
• On-board new members with code of conduct

For the firm that wants to take the process from start to finish with a minimum of outside involvement, this program educates the client on effectively managing the formation of a Board and ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

• Four 2.5 hour meetings plus phone calls and email
• Orientation on Board formation and utilization
• Craft a comprehensive development program
• Establish goals for Board
• Profile ideal candidates
• Determine compensation, if any
• Review a one-page “teaser” to attract and inform prospective candidates
• Review and comment/feedback on candidate resumes