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Board Resolution

A formal board resolution document that records a decision made by the board of directors, including the resolution wording, proposer and seconder, vote count, effective date, and signatures.

Who Should Use It:Board members, company secretaries, and managers.
Primary Task:Record a formal decision of the board of directors in writing, with the vote taken and the date the decision takes effect.
File FormatsMicrosoft Word (.docx) + PDF
CompatibilityWord, Google Docs, LibreOffice
License100% Free for Team Use
AccessDirect Download (No Sign-Up)
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The same document in 9 designs, same content and editable fields, different styling. Pick the design you like and download that version. Click any design to preview it larger before downloading. The Sample card shows a completed example, filled in with sample details.

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What’s Included in This Resource

Every resource on The Office File provides a complete toolkit rather than an empty, unhelpful document shell:

  • Editable Microsoft Word (.docx) template (182 KB)
  • Printable PDF version (78 KB)

Sample included: Example: Board Resolution in use. See a completed board resolution with two resolutions, vote counts, actions arising, and certification and signature blocks filled in.

How to Use This Template

Follow these practical steps to customize and roll out this procedure with your team:

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1. Add your company and meeting details

Type your company name, registration number, resolution number, meeting date, and venue over the blue fields in the resolution details table.

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2. Record who was present

List the directors present and check that a quorum was reached before the vote.

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3. Write the resolution and record the vote

Type the resolution wording, name the proposer and seconder, and enter the votes in favour, votes against, and abstentions for each resolution.

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4. Sign and circulate

Have the chair and company secretary sign the certification, then save and share the finished resolution.