When the Board Turns on the Manager - How to Survive
It’s more common than most admit—new board members come in and immediately want a change. Instead of a clean transition, some managers find themselves dealing with one or two board members who make their job difficult, unproductive, or even hostile.
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YouTube: https://youtu.be/bh54uxemLnk
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In this candid session, we break down how managers can navigate situations where the relationship with the board—or certain board members—has clearly shifted. When communication becomes strained and interactions feel personal, what’s the right response?
We’ll explore where a manager’s responsibilities begin and end, how to handle difficult or disrespectful board members, and whether communication should go through individuals or the full board. We’ll also discuss when to involve your management company, legal counsel, or other professionals to protect yourself and the association.
Most importantly, this session focuses on practical strategies to help managers **maintain professionalism, reduce risk, and get through challenging board dynamics**—especially when the goal is to stabilize the situation until leadership changes.
You’ll learn:
How to respond when board members become adversarial
Whether you must engage with hostile directors
The role of your management company
When to document, escalate, or involve counsel
How to control communication and expectations
Practical ways to stay professional during difficult transitions
PANEL:
David Byrne, Esq. • Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC • dbyrne@ansell.law • www.ansell.law
Raymond Dickey • AssociationHelpNow.com
Valerie Garcia Giovanoli, Esq. • McCabe, Trotter & Beverly, P.C. • valerie.giovanoli@mccabetrotter.com • www.mccabetrotter.com
Cory Kravit, Esq. • Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit • ckravit@ksnlaw.com • www.ksnlaw.com
John LaGumina, Esq. • The LaGumina Law Firm, PLLC • jlagumina@laguminalaw.com • www.laguminalaw.com
Jim Miles, CMCA. AMS • Bluefield Realty Group • jmiles@bluefieldgroup.com • www.bluefieldgroup.com
Mary Ellen Saks • RCP Management Company • dsaksfamily@aol.com • www.rcpmanagement.com
This content does not constitute professional advice.
