Business

Board Member Agreement

Corporate governance contract covering board responsibilities, fiduciary duties, compensation, meeting requirements, and liability protection for nonprofit or corporate board member service.

Key Clauses

1

Scope of Services

Defines the specific services, deliverables, and performance standards required under the agreement.

2

Compensation and Payment

Establishes fee structures, payment schedules, invoicing procedures, and late payment penalties.

3

Term and Termination

Sets the agreement duration, renewal options, and conditions under which either party may terminate.

4

Confidentiality

Protects proprietary information and trade secrets shared between the parties during the engagement.

5

Indemnification

Allocates liability and requires each party to hold the other harmless from specified claims and damages.

Use This Template

When You Need This

  • Nonprofit organization recruiting experienced professional for board governance
  • Corporation appointing independent director for board diversity and expertise
  • Startup company adding advisor to board for industry knowledge
  • Professional accepting board position for community organization involvement