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Free steering committee meeting template

A steering committee is there to make decisions and remove blockers. This template keeps status brief and spends the time on decisions and escalations.

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Steering committee meeting template

Meeting

Programme: [name] | Date: [date] | Chair: [name]

Overall status

Red / Amber / Green: [status] | Why: [one line]

Milestones

[Milestone] | Planned: [date] | Forecast: [date]

Budget

Spent: [amount] of [budget] | Forecast: [amount]

Top risks and issues

[Risk or issue] | Impact | Owner | Action

Decisions needed

[Decision] | Options: [A / B] | Recommendation: [ ]

Escalations

[Item] | Help needed from: [name]

How to use this template

  • Send status in advance; use the meeting for decisions.
  • Bring a recommendation with every decision request.
  • Record each decision and who made it.

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Frequently asked questions

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What does a steering committee do?

It oversees a programme or project: approves major decisions, resolves escalations and keeps it aligned with the business.

How often does a steering committee meet?

Usually monthly, or every two weeks during critical phases.

Is this steering committee meeting template free?

Yes. Copy it into Google Docs, Word, Notion or an email and use it as often as you like. No sign-up needed.

Can AI fill in the steering committee meeting for me?

Yes. Acta records the meeting on Zoom, Google Meet or Microsoft Teams, with or without a bot, or in person with the mobile app, and writes the notes, decisions and action items with owners afterwards. Anything the meeting didn't cover is left out, not made up.