The Boosted Volunteer shares the stories of volunteers from booster clubs, marching bands and school support organizations. From best practices on fundraising, to how to rally volunteers and order spirit wear, our guests provide useful insight on how to run a booster club like a champ!
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The Boosted Volunteer shares the stories of volunteers from booster clubs, marching bands and school support organizations. From best practices on fundraising, to how to rally volunteers and order spirit wear, our guests provide useful insight on how to run a booster club like a champ!
Succession Planning & Recruiting: Leave Your Booster Club Better Than You Found It
The Boosted Volunteer
19 minutes
1 week ago
Succession Planning & Recruiting: Leave Your Booster Club Better Than You Found It
Have you ever wondered how to transition out of a leadership role while ensuring your Booster Club not only survives but thrives?
Leadership transitions don’t have to feel overwhelming. In this solo episode, Robin Eissler opens up for the first time about her own Booster Club journey—how she was unexpectedly recruited as a freshman parent, the challenges she faced stepping into leadership, and the systems she built to ensure her Booster Club would thrive long after she left.
Robin walks through the heart of succession planning: recruiting across multiple grade levels, defining roles, establishing culture, documenting your processes, and creating a smooth handoff for future leaders.
Whether you’re a new volunteer or a seasoned officer, this episode will help you build a Booster Club that’s stronger, more organized, and ready for the next generation.
Key Takeaways:
3:13 Why recruiting across multiple grade levels prevents leadership gaps
4:47 The “mysterious binder” and the need for organized documentation
6:03 Meeting with program directors keeps leadership aligned
8:36 Building a pipeline of future officers through consistent involvement
9:11 Defining roles clearly to avoid volunteer burnout
12:31 Why a nominating committee strengthens succession planning
13:18 Simplifying tools and systems for smoother transitions
14:29 How consistent meetings and recognition build positive culture
16:02 Robin’s full recap of effective succession planning essentials
The Boosted Volunteer
The Boosted Volunteer shares the stories of volunteers from booster clubs, marching bands and school support organizations. From best practices on fundraising, to how to rally volunteers and order spirit wear, our guests provide useful insight on how to run a booster club like a champ!