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Seeking a Board of Directors in Chicago 2 months ago

I would like to join a BOD that is interested in making positive social change in Chicago. I am a doctoral student who can assist with technology integration, technology education, educational technology, or technology curriculum design. I have also worked as a pro bono consultant for a museum in Phoenix, AZ. If my background is of interest, feel free to contact me to discuss my candidacy.



Board Of Directos 6 months ago

I am very passionate about women’s rights and really want to be on a board.



MJAllenJohnson is buying a new car.

Be on multiple corporate boards of director's 10 months ago

as experience to be the CEO of your own company, to make many business contacts and to earn a lucrative side income.



Untitled 2 years ago

I was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the Disability Network of Ohio – Solidarity. I think they took me on because of who i work for and because I know how to do grant writing. Certainly not because I’m a recognizable name.



Have to prioritize 2 years ago

Not that I don’t think this would be valuable and important, but my plate is pretty full as it is, and I’d be sacrificing what little time I have at home with my family.



llong is glowing slowly but surely

The Role of the Board... 2 years ago

...is governance, not management!

You must understand this before you join one.

It’s very fulfilling to be a part of a large organization, but being on a board is a serious position. The decisions you make are complex, and required mulling and discussion.



llong is glowing slowly but surely

I've been on two... 2 years ago

....one was a Guitar Society Board (as Founder) and the second was on a School Board (as Founder).



joie de vivre is mellow

Finding the right board is key 3 years ago

Ideally, you would have volunteered for the organization before joining the board, so you are well-acquainted with its mission and its staff.

If you’ve never been on a board before, you should become educated about the difference between serving on the board and being involved in governance, vs. being unpaid staff as a volunteer. This is especially true if the organization has few or no staff, and relies on volunteers (including you) for implementation. Board members set policy; staff (paid or paid) carry out the policy.

You should always find out what the fund raising responsibility is for your board position, too. Some organizations only ask that you make their organization the top of your personal fundraising list. Other organizations will ask you to either donate or raise a specific figure. You should find out exactly what is expected of you.

This also goes for hours of volunteering, participation in agency events, attendence at board and committee meetings, etc.

See my entry here (http://www.43things.com/things/view/726711) about wanting to be a good treasurer of our board. Except now they’re talking about running me for board pres. I’d consider it, but someone else had better take over treasurer, then.



Getting started 3 years ago

I just sent in my Board Matching application; keeping my fingers crossed.




 

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