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Advisory Board Update SlidesAudit Committee PackBoard Paper for DecisionStartup Board Update
FormatPresentationPresentationDocumentDocument
Works inGoogle Slides and PowerPointGoogle Slides and PowerPointGoogle Docs and WordGoogle Docs and Word
Length10 slides10 slides8 pages9 pages
StyleModernCorporateCorporateBold

How to choose a board report template

A board report gives directors a regular view of performance, risks and the decisions they need to make.

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Cover executive summary, financial performance, key measures, risks, strategic updates, and decisions required.

Separate items for decision from items for information, so board time goes to the right place.

Compare Advisory Board Update Slides, Audit Committee Pack, and Board Paper for Decision, all 8 to 20 pages long, then pick the closest match and replace the sample text with your own.

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What is a board report?

A board report gives directors a regular view of performance, risks and the decisions they need to make.

What should a board report include?

Include executive summary, financial performance, key measures, risks, strategic updates, and decisions required. Separate items for decision from items for information, so board time goes to the right place.

Which board report template should I start with?

Start with Advisory Board Update Slides: A short advisory board deck that shows results, cash runway and the three decisions advisers need to make. If that is not the right fit, compare it with Audit Committee Pack.

How many pages does a board report need?

The templates here are 8 to 20 pages long. Cut any section you do not need; each template explains what its sections are for.

Can I make a board report in Google Slides?

Yes. These board report templates work in Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Docs, and Microsoft Word. All 6 templates are free, with no account or email needed.

Who are these board report templates written for?

Mostly startups and founders. The sample text in each one is written for a specific situation, so replace it with your own details.

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