Board of Director Application

Brookville Area Chamber of Commerce

Our Board Members represent a broad cross-section of the business and professional leadership of the community. Each Director is very important to the Board, so an understanding is in order about each Board Member's responsibilities upon election.

As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the business community and is responsible for the effective governance of the organization.

Directors serve for a two-year term. Directors may be re-elected for additional terms as deemed necessary by the Board.

Obligations and Responsibilities: The obligations and responsibilities of a Director include:

Commitment to the work of the Chamber, as defined in the Board of Directors Committee.

A willingness to serve and actively participate.

Being informed of the services provided by the CoC and publicly supporting them.

Attendance and participation at the Annual Banquet usually held the second Friday in November.

Attendance and participation at the Brookville Community Picnic, always held the last full weekend in July.

Attendance and participation at regular or special board meetings. (Regular meetings are held bi-weekly on Fridays at noon, usually at the chamber office).

Being aware and abstaining from any conflict of interest.

Being accountable to the members for the service provided and funds expended.

Fostering a positive working relationship with other Board members and the CoC Staff.

Directors will be asked to sign a conflict of interest, code of conduct, and confidentiality policies.

Name

Date

I have read and understand the aforementioned terms. I understand that the answers to the questions on the remainder of this application are for informational purposes only to help the President and Board of Directors to have a more complete picture of me as a business professional, community supporter, and individual.

Please initial

Affiliated Business/Organization

Title

Cell Phone Number

email address

example@example.com

Home Address

Street Address

Postal / Zip Code

Birthday

Day and Month

Have you previously or are you currently involved with any other board? List any boards, positions, and dates of service.

Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability.

Why are you interested in dedicating time and energy to serving on our Board of Directors?

What do you hope to contribute to our organization?

What special talents, skills or training do you have that you feel would be beneficial to our organization?

I certify that the information in this application is accurate and the answers are my own. I understand that the Chamber Board is a team and this application is an attempt to get to know me better in an effort to build understanding/trust with fellow board members.

Signature

Date

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