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Nominate for MakeHaven Board of Directors

MakeHaven is seeking candidates for the board of directors. Candidates are elected annually for three year terms. The group selects from the pool of candidates to maximize: experience, diversity and networks. We prefer board members who can link us to other organizations and groups that result in collaborations and advancement of MakeHaven's mission. Board members do not need to be MakeHaven members, but we seek member representation on the board.

We aim to compose a board that represents a diversity of:
Age, Gender Identity, Ethnicity, Geography, Affiliations.
 
We aim to have experience or skills on the board covering:
Accounting, Architecture, Law, Marketing, Technology, Public Relations, Risk, Management,Fundraising, Organizational Management, Board Governance.
 
The board meets quarterly. Each board member also serves on at least one committee that meets quarterly.

 

This document provides a greater detail on the responsiblities of a MakeHaven board member. Board of Directors are elected annually and serve 3 year terms. 

 

Nominations are the first step in vetting candidates for our Board of Directors. Each July, we elect new board members and draw from this pool of nominees.

Board members do not need to be current MakeHaven members, but they must share our mission and bring skills that advance the organization.

The Governance Committee, in consultation with the Board Chair, prepares a slate of nominees for the annual meeting vote.

Once nominated, candidates will receive:

After you complete the questionnaire, we will review all responses, schedule interviews as needed, and extend invitations to those whose skills and experiences best meet the board’s needs.

Self nomination is encouraged.
Experience/skills relevant to board
Areas where the individual has a background and could make a meaningful contribution to the board's collective understanding of the issue.
Nominees are presented to the membership for vote. Please describe why this person would be a good board member. This will be made public, we may edit.
Website link to social media profile such as LinkedIn or online bio.