Noorain Khan

Board president of Girl Scouts of the USA and former Ford Foundation leader who built and led major philanthropic program teams, bringing governance and funding perspective to the board–CEO partnership.

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Jan 3, 2026 • 47min

Ep 244: The Board Chair–CEO Blueprint: What Every Nonprofit Can Learn from Girl Scouts USA

Bonnie Barczykowski, the CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA, and Noorain Khan, Board President and former Ford Foundation leader, discuss the powerful partnership between a board chair and CEO. They share how intentional meetings and a strong onboarding process laid the foundation for their collaboration. Their weekly check-ins boost team energy and foster rapid problem-solving. The duo emphasizes psychological safety, candid conversations, and clear governance roles to enhance effectiveness, ensuring a lasting impact on their organization.

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