1. What is the issue here?

Martha does not understand the role of a board and feels threatened.

2. If you had to summarise Zhao’s perspective in 2-3 sentences, what would you say? What would be his position on ministry boards and why?

Zhao is looking to take hands with the organization as he believes it is worth to see Martha. He however is looking at the longevity and accountability to make sure that his investments will be used effectively with good guidance. With his background in business and how he grew up he would be a great Chairperson as he understand the challenges both ways.

3. If you had to summarise Martha’s perspective in 2-3 sentences, what would you say? What would be her position on ministry boards and why?

Martha is passionate about what she does, but has a distorted idea of what a board does. She is capable and passionate and will go further and longer than everyone else. She should be the CEO/Founder.

4. What are the 4-5 biggest benefits of a competent, committed board of directors for a faith-based ministry, or any organisation for that matter?

Lead and guide
Accountability
Make sure mission is executed
Transparency
Soundboard

5. What are the potential downsides or risks that might be incurred with a board of directors, if any?

Board members that inappropriately interfere on management level.

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