Love the arts? Want to get involved?
Join ETAC's Advisory Council
ETAC is forming an Advisory Council (“the council”) that will provide guidance and strategic advice on the management of the organization during the start-up phase and during the first year of operation. We will assess and determine the need to continue the council after the first year. We'll choose professionals from the community with varied backgrounds so that ETAC may benefit from their distinctive knowledge and experience on different aspects in business management. The council does not have any authority to vote on corporate matters nor do they bear legal fiduciary responsibilities to the organization.
Members were asked to commit to serving a one (1) year term. Should the council continue beyond the first year, terms will be staggered, with no member serving more than a three (3) year term.
The focus of the council is on:
Council members are expected to:
Members were asked to commit to serving a one (1) year term. Should the council continue beyond the first year, terms will be staggered, with no member serving more than a three (3) year term.
The focus of the council is on:
- Developing an understanding of ETAC’s business, market, and industry trends
- Providing wise counsel on issues raised by management
- Encouraging and exploring new business ideas
- Monitoring business performance
- Challenging management in ways that could improve business
- Acting as a resource to management
- Supporting ETAC’s initiatives, special events, and fundraising efforts
Council members are expected to:
- Be knowledgeable about ETACs mission, vision, values, and programs
- Serve a minimum of one (1) year term; eligible to serve three (3) year term if council continues beyond the first year
- Regularly attend and participate in council meetings (*The Council and Leaders will determine meeting schedule.)
- Make a serious commitment to actively participate in Council committee work
- Stay informed about council matters, is prepared for meetings, and actively participates in meetings and activities
- Build a collegial working relationship with ETAC’s leaders and other committee members that contributes to consensus
- Participate in the advancement of ETAC’s strategic plan and other initiatives
- Engage in critical thought and be committed to a vibrant future for the organization
- Understand fiscal implications of decisions
- Be an ambassador for the organization and promote its work in the community
- Participate in fundraising efforts