Conclave

A gathering that is generally focused on the process of selecting a person or persons to take up a position of special responsibility, leadership and influence. It may also be called when there is a crisis that involves and extends beyond the leadership.[Advantages]

Can be a very intense process of leadership selection that goes beyond the mere mechanics of a voting system. The process generally inspires confidence in the new leadership and a commitment from those who participated in the process.

[Disadvantages]

It can be a lengthy and costly process. There can be an overemphasis on voting and the repeated recording of opinions can overshadow the importance of ideas and creative selection of leadership that meets and balances the criteria of all participants.