IABC/Charlotte

Article I: Name
The name of the chapter shall be "IABC/Charlotte", operating in Charlotte , North Carolina , U.S.A. , as part of IABC US District 2.

Article II: Mission
IABC/Charlotte exists to further the IABC mission and goals in fostering communication excellence. In addition, IABC/Charlotte will enhance IABC locally by tailoring its services to meet the unique needs of the communications professionals living and working in the Metrolina area.

Article III: Operating Policies
IABC/Charlotte shall operate in compliance with all written and stated bylaws of the International Association of Business Communicators.

Article IV: Membership
Membership in IABC/Charlotte is open to all individuals meeting the requirements of IABC bylaws Article 3 ("Membership") who wish to join IABC/Charlotte and pay annual dues of $30 US.

Annual dues for IABC/Charlotte are set by its board of directors and may be changed at any time upon a majority vote by this board.

Article V: Officers
The Board of IABC/Charlotte shall include, but not be limited to: President; President Elect; Vice President &- Membership; Vice President &- Member Services; (2) Vice President &- Programs; (2) Vice President &- Communications; Finance Director; Secretary and Senior Delegate. The Senior Delegate position will be occupied by the IABC/Charlotte past-president.

Changes and additions to Board positions may be implemented by a majority vote of the IABC/Charlotte Board. Offers of IABC Charlotte shall serve 15-month terms commencing on July 1st and ending on September 30th the following year. Our executive board term of service begins July 1 of each year continuing through June 30 of the following year. Board members are expected to remain active for 90 days following their term to mentor and coach new board members, and assist them with a smooth board transition.

Any regular member in good standing of IABC/Charlotte shall be eligible for nomination and election to any Board position. Each year, the existing Board shall propose a new slate of officers to the chapter membership no later than May 15th, allowing ample time for review and the submission of additional nominations. The IABC/Charlotte Board election will be held no later than June 15th.

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Works with the president to coordinate chapter efforts
Coordinates Crown Awards competition and event planning

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Submits monthly written and oral report on the activities
Serves as liaison with International on matters concerning membership
Develops prospects and recruits new members
Develops and maintains recruiting materials
Ensures new members and guests are introduced and welcomed at all chapter functions
Plans and executes recruitment campaign at least annually
Maintains membership and prospect database and provides mailing lists, member directories and name tags as required to meet chapter needs
Prepares a new member orientation package, including a current membership list
Coordinates and supports IABC/Charlotte Student Chapter activities

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Submits monthly written and oral report on the activities
Conducts periodic member surveys to determine trends, issues and concerns affecting members
Appoints committee chairs as needed to support Professional Development activities, Strategic Interest Groups, Mentoring Program, Job Bank and other member service programs

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Submits monthly written and oral report on the activities
Coordinates with all other Board positions to develop an effective, strategic communications plan
Communicates news from the chapter, district and international organizations to IABC/Charlotte membership
Oversees publication of the chapter newsletter
Publicizes all chapter activities to membership
Develops and distributes program, professional development and SIG announcements

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Submits monthly written and oral report on the activities
Serves as media liaison to publicize IABC/Charlotte activities
Publicizes events and professional development programs to external audiences
Coordinates communication efforts with other professional groups
Oversees new media chair and Web site function to ensure timely and accurate chapter information is relayed to members and site visitors

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Submits monthly written and oral report on the activities
Develops a series of programs designed to meet member needs
Plans and coordinates regular monthly meetings including securing speakers, handling logistics and taking reservations
Works closely with Communications VPs to ensure meeting announcements, event calendars and press releases are delivered in a timely manner
Maintains timely and accurate meeting information on the IABC Hotline

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Submits monthly written and oral report on the activities
Works with other Board positions to develop an annual operating budget by September 30th each year
Responsible for collecting monies at all regular chapter meetings, SIG events and professional development programs; includes providing receipts and billing services as required
Provides financial reports to international organization and submits annual tax information to the IRS
Coordinates efforts to secure sponsors for special events and programs

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Submits monthly written and oral report on the activities
Provides timely reports to the Board and membership using IABC reporting procedures
Coordinates Board election process including publishing a recommended slate of officers and implementing the balloting process

Attends Board and chapter meetings
Along with the president, represents the Board and chapter to U.S. District 2, the IABC Executive Board and the staff of IABC International
Reports regularly to the Board on relationships with District and International organization

A proposal approved in an official vote by the majority of the Board and
A vote in approval by a majority of the IABC/Charlotte responding membership