Chapter President
The President has the overall responsibility for the Chapter’s success by building a team of leaders to accomplish its immediate and long-term goals. By working closely with the President-Elect and Chapter Staff, the President ensures a strong future and continuity for their Chapter. Duties of the Chapter President include:
- Formulating goals through strategic planning with the board.
- Goals should include strategies for Membership, Advocacy and Programs.
- These goals should then be routinely followed up with throughout the year.
- Building a team.
- Strong leadership, vision and management are necessary for the smooth operation and forward motion the Chapter must have to serve the membership and survive.
- As the Chapter’s leader, you must project your excitement about the Chapter and its goals to motivate and mobilize your leadership team.
- Work together with your Chapter Executive Director who brings experience and continuity to your Chapter and make sure they have a clear job description so that everyone's expectations are met.
- Delegate—Identify, recruit, train and empower other leaders to serve where they are most passionate.
- Conduct an orientation session at or before the first board meeting to clearly explain responsibilities and resources.
- Representing the Chapter to the members, the public, the media and NAIFA.
- Presiding at all meetings of the Chapter, the board, etc.
- Reviewing the Chapter Bylaws annually.
- Identifying and implementing services to meet the needs of the membership.
- Responding to requests from NAIFA and/or directing Chapter Staff to do so.
- Appointing a Governance Committee.
Position Competencies
- Decision Making
- Strategic Thinking
- Business and Operations Management
- Collaboration
- Project Management
- Trust
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking/Presenting
