NOMINATIONS OPEN FEBRUARY 12 – MARCH 12, 2025
BOARD NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN!
We are looking for team players, decision makers and energetic people who are committed to be a driving force behind stimulating and strengthening the economy and communities in our area.
About Us:
The Fairview & District Chamber of Commerce has been supporting business and strengthening our community since 1977. We are a non-profit organization created by members for its members. The Chamber staff work in union with a volunteer Board of Directors to be the collective voice of business in our community.
The policies and programs of the Chamber are determined by the Board of Directors elected by the membership. Each elected Director will serve a one-year term commencing April 17, 2025.
Board Role:
Together with other members of the Board, acting as a whole and speaking with one voice, the Board of Directors are responsible for the stewardship of the Fairview & District Chamber and the oversight of the management of the organization. This Board is accountable to the membership and to those who provide funds for the operation of the organization. They are also responsible for determining the vision, mission and strategic direction of the Chamber and for monitoring organizational performance.
Minimum Role Requirements:
As a volunteer member of the Board of Directors, you would attend regular monthly meetings (generally the third Thursday of each month @ 6:00 PM) and be an active participant in Chamber events. Each elected Director (9 in total) will serve a one-year term.
Every board member must demonstrate the following qualities: an interest in the Chamber’s goals; a willingness to expand knowledge of board responsibilities through orientation and ongoing education, and a willingness to represent the Chamber in the community.
Full Board Roles & Expectations
Nominee Eligibility:
To be eligible for nomination to the Fairview & District Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors the nominee must be a member, the representative for the membership, and in good standing with the Fairview & District Chamber of Commerce.
Nominator Eligibility:
To be eligible to nominate a member for the Fairview & District Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors the nominator must be a member, the representative of the membership, and in good standing with the Fairview & District Chamber of Commerce.
For a Nomination Form to be considered valid, we require:
- Nominee information & signature
- Nominator Information & signature
- Board Position being Nominated for: Director (5), Executive (4) > Chair, Vice Chair, 2nd Vice Chair, Secretary/Treasurer
- Submitted to the Chamber Office no later than Thursday, March 12th, 2025 @ 5 PM
Election Process:
The Board of Directors will be voted in by the membership at our Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
If your nomination meets the eligibility criteria above, please review Nomination Package and complete the 2025 Board Nomination Form included in the package and submit to manager@fairviewchamber.com or deliver it to our office: #11 10308 110th Street (Mall On Main), Fairview AB, by March 12th @ 5:00 PM.
If you have any questions or would like more information please do not hesitate to reach out to Pauline Lyman | Executive Director at 780-835-5999 or manager@fairviewchamber.com