Dear Ethically Concerned,
This question manages to convey a lot of frustration in just a few words. I’m guessing you are either an executive director or a board member who is not satisfied with how your organization currently answers this question.
The good news is that this tension underlies an unglamorous but important truth: It depends on the situation.
Let’s take a step back for a moment.
First, it will be helpful to split your question into two.
Should the executive director be a member of the board executive committee?
Answer: No
Should the executive director attend meetings of the executive committee?
Answer: Usually, but not always
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