Effective Board Meetings for Pension Trustees

Overview

Running effective board meetings is critical for pension trustees to make sound decisions and uphold good governance. This course provides practical insights into how trustees can plan, conduct, and manage board meetings that deliver results. From setting the right agenda to decision-making, chairing, and documenting minutes, trustees will learn proven approaches to ensure meetings are both productive and compliant.

By the end of this course, you will understand the essentials of effective board leadership, governance practices, and decision-making in pension scheme management.

Key Topics

• Composition and dynamics of pension trustee boards

• Laws, regulations, and best practices guiding board meetings

• The meeting cycle: planning, convening, conducting, and concluding meetings

• Setting effective agendas and managing discussions

• The role of the chairperson in driving outcomes

• Decision-making methods and achieving consensus

• Recording accurate minutes and tracking resolutions