Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers for its 2024-25 board of directors.
Individuals with established business, leadership and advocacy experience have between June 14 and June 28, at 4 p.m., to submit their nomination package.
“The role of director is important as the board collectively oversees the strategic vision of the chamber through a governance model,” said Dan Proulx, Greater Vernon Chamber general manager.
“Through our membership of businesses and non-profits, we are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience who want to guide the chamber forward. Serving on the board of directors is a great opportunity to contribute to the community.”
The following qualities are ideal for a prospective candidate:
• Awareness and understanding of the role of the chamber and a desire to support it;
• Awareness of the business and economic climate in Greater Vernon, B.C. and Canada;
• Previous board experience serving in an advocacy, leadership or executive position;
• Sound entrepreneurial skills;
• Understanding of financial statements, management reports, and risk management;
• High ethical standards and integrity in professional and personal dealings;
• Ability to work as a team member;
• Past history of community involvement.
Nominees must be a representative of a chamber member business or non-profit in good standing and must be endorsed by one other chamber member in good standing.
To learn more about the Greater Vernon Chamber, go to https://www.vernonchamber.ca.
The nomination package can be found at https://www.vernonchamber.ca/board-of-directors/ and for more information about the process, contact 250-545-0771 or manager@vernonchamber.ca.
