5 Critically Important Things that Church Boards Don’t Like Talking About—Why It’s Not OK and How to Fix It

Fletch and Mike Batts talk through challenging subjects that are often overlooked in board meetings: senior pastor compensation and benefits; compensation of family members; related party transactions; issues that could bring liability or reputational damage; expense reports and documentation for top leadership.

Bring your issues and pose a question! If you have heard Fletch and Mike in the past, then you know the superb give and take that goes on in the conversation—getting at deep issues, ones that are meaningful to leading and managing your church. Reserve a seat today!

By Mike Batts|2025-02-19T13:21:32-06:00September 4th, 2020|Governance, Video Library|

About the Author: Mike Batts

Mike Batts is the managing partner of Batts Morrison Wales & Lee (BMWL) and has more than 30 years of experience serving nonprofit organizations in a variety of ways. He has served on and chaired the boards of nonprofit organizations – both nationally and locally. Mike is a member and former chairman of the board of ECFA, an organization that accredits Christian organizations in the areas of board governance and financial integrity. Mike regularly advises nonprofit organizations on matters related to board governance, financial oversight, tax compliance and strategy, risk management, corporate structure, international activities, and other related topics. He has also actively engaged in nonprofit legislative matters at the federal and state levels. Mike has authored several books, his most recent being "Nonprofit Finance: The Field Guide for Financial Operations of Ministries, Schools, and Other Public Charities" (Accountability Press, 2023). Mike is licensed or authorized to practice as a CPA in multiple states across the U.S.