Who are the Other Key Players?
Association Nominating Committee : The five
members of this committee are elected for two year terms and are responsible
for choosing members to be elected to association governance positions such
as Delegates, Delegate Chairs, and future Association Nominating Committee
members.
Council Nominating Committee: This group
recruits nominees to the Board of Directors, Members at Large, Board Officers,
the slate for National Council Delegates, as well as its own members. They
review all referrals and determine who will be interviewed. Finally, the
committee develops a single slate for the Delegates to vote on at the Council
Annual Meeting.
Delegate Communications Committee: This
standing committee on the Board of Directors is made up of both Board and
non board members. They oversee the governance of GSNC, act as the liaison
between Delegates and the Board of Directors and are responsible for reviewing
and maintaining GSNC's policies and standards.
Board of Directors :
The Board consists of anywhere from 19 to 27 members at large and is run
by a team of 7 elected volunteer officers. They work together with the CEO
to develop strategic plans, council policies, and engage in fund development,
along with providing financial management and oversight. The Board ensures
that the Council remains in compliance with its GUSA charter and state and
federal law.
Council President: Named the Chief Volunteer
Officer of the board, she/he is responsible for the leadership of the Board
and, working closely with the CEO, ensures that the work of the Board is
being done.
National Council Delegates: Every three years,
GSUSA hold a National Council Meeting to elect the National Board of Directors,
its officers, and members of the National Nominating Committee. National
Council Delegates vote on proposed changes to GSUSA's Constitution and
receive reports from the National Board on its work.
