Overview
This page collects detailed information about your organization's principal administrator (President/CEO), including their professional background, governance role, and performance evaluation criteria. This information provides context for understanding executive compensation practices and organizational leadership.
Fields
Field | Does the President/CEO have a written contract with their employer? |
Description | Indicates whether a formal employment agreement exists between the principal administrator and the organization. A written contract ensures clarity in terms of employment, responsibilities, and compensation arrangements. |
Required | ✓ |
Example |
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Type of data | Yes/No |
Validation | Must be Yes or No |
Source | HR Records |
Field | Is the President/CEO a member of the organization's governing board? |
Description | Identifies whether the principal administrator serves as a voting member of the board of directors, providing insight into the organization's governance structure and decision-making processes. |
Required | ✓ |
Example |
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Type of data | Yes/No |
Validation | Must be Yes or No |
Source | Board Records |
Field | Is the President/CEO a member of the board's executive committee? |
Description | Indicates whether the principal administrator participates in the board's executive committee. This information helps understand the level of executive involvement in high-level organizational decision-making. |
Required | ✓ |
Example |
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Type of data | Yes/No |
Validation | Must be Yes or No |
Source | Board Records |
Field | How many years has the President/CEO worked (professionally) as an arts administrator? |
Description | Captures the principal administrator's total professional experience in arts management. This information provides context about their career progression and sector expertise. |
Required | ✓ |
Example |
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Type of data | Dropdown Selection |
Validation | Must select from predefined options |
Source | HR Records |
Field | What was the area of study for the President/CEO's highest level of education? |
Description | Identifies the academic field(s) in which the principal administrator completed their highest degree. This information helps understand their educational background and qualifications. |
Required | ✓ |
Example |
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Type of data | Dropdown Selection |
Validation | Must select from predefined options |
Source | HR Records |
Field | How important are each of the following criteria to the determination of the President/CEO's total compensation? |
Description | Assesses the relative importance of various performance factors in determining executive compensation. This includes multiple sub-criteria evaluated separately. |
Required | ✓ |
Example |
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Type of data | Dropdown Selection |
Validation | Must select from predefined options |
Source | HR Records |
Compensation Criteria Sub-Questions:
Each of the following criteria is rated on an importance scale:
Financial results/budget performance
Assesses the weight given to fiscal management and financial outcomes
Options range from "Not important" to "Very important"
Relationship with board/superiors
Evaluates the importance of effective governance relationships
Reflects the value placed on leadership collaboration
Artistic success/accomplishments
Measures how artistic achievements factor into compensation decisions
Connects compensation to mission-driven outcomes
Effective management of staff
Evaluates the importance of leadership and organizational management
Reflects value placed on team development and supervision
Audience development achievements
Assesses the importance of growing and engaging audiences
Links compensation to community impact and reach
Contract terms
Indicates whether predetermined contractual agreements influence compensation
May reflect multi-year or performance-based arrangements
Field | What is the single biggest challenge that the President/CEO faces? |
Description | Identifies the primary strategic or operational challenge facing the principal administrator. This information provides context for organizational priorities and leadership focus. |
Required | ✓ |
Example |
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Type of data | Dropdown Selection |
Validation | Must select from predefined options |
Source | HR Records |
Tips for This Page
Consult board minutes and governance documents for accurate role information
Review current employment contracts and agreements
Verify educational and professional experience details
Consider recent performance evaluations when assessing criteria importance
Ensure consistent interpretation of importance scales across all criteria
Related Resources
[Executive Compensation Guide]
[Governance Structure Documentation]
[Performance Evaluation Criteria]
[Board Policy Manual]