When your employee is your neighbor and you socialize with your council members, is it possible to maintain ethical boundaries? Do small town politics impact decision making? Local decisions are fraught with ethical dilemmas. What are some of these dilemmas, and how can council members proactively identify and navigate these challenging situations?
Join Diana Baker Freeman -- Senior Manager of Thought Leadership at Diligent -- and Buster Nicholson -- Senior Manager of Public Sector Outreach at American Public University -- to examine the ethical issues that can arise in small communities. Presenters will discuss the ethical principle demonstrated, consider possible consequences from the actions, and share recommendations for navigating each situation. Councils that are guided by ethical leadership ultimately create a culture of ethical governance for the community. Leading by an ethical example guides other council members in developing their ability to manage complex situations. Ensuring the business of governance is conduced in a transparent way is central to creating a culture of ethics. We will explore how governance management software simplifies this transparency and creates a foundation of trust and support in small communities.
Presenters:
Diana Baker Freeman is a governance specialist with an MS in Education Leadership and is a certified Master Trustee through Leadership TASB. As a former educator, board member, and board development consultant, Diana focuses on the role of modern governance in improving organizational and community outcomes.
Buster Nicholson is a senior manager of Public Sector Outreach at American Public University. He has a Master’s degree in Public Administration and has worked as a public school teacher, an analyst for the United States Secret Service, a town administrator, and a director of public works. At APU, he works with directors, senior managers, and staff from state and local government entities to facilitate leadership growth through education and professional development.
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