AIA Palm Beach
Board of Directors

General Responsibilities

1. The AIA Palm Beach Board of Directors is responsible to the members of the Chapter for the proper management and effective handling of the business of the Chapter and must represent the best interest of the members and the Institute at all times. Service on the Board requires a commitment of time and resources. Each Director, in accepting their position on the Board, has made this commitment and accepts the requirements of service as a priority.

2. Directors attend and participate in each monthly Board Meeting. Every effort should be made to be in attendance and on time. Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month and are usually one hour in length.

3. All Directors must read, review and be prepared to discuss all items on the meeting agendas, minutes of meetings, financial reports, calendars, special reports and all information provided prior to the meeting so that they can act in the best interest of the membership.

4. Each Director is responsible for helping to generate income for the Chapter through sponsorships, event participation, advertising, promotion and other sources.

5. Directors are expected to attend all AIA Palm Beach functions including membership meetings, special events and social functions and to support the Chapter's efforts in all programs.

6. Directors are expected to read and understand the by-laws of the Chapter and the Public Policies of the institute, and to act in accordance with these governances. Directors are responsible for seeking information and utilizing resources (AIA websites, publications, etc.) and for keeping themselves informed and updated so that they can best represent the members of the Chapter at all times.

7. As representatives and leaders of the Chapter, Directors are expected to be informed regarding AIA membership benefits, dues structure, programs, sponsorship opportunities, scholarships and procedures and should be active ambassadors for the Chapter in recruiting new members, sponsors and supporters for the Chapter.

8. Directors must work closely with the Executive Director regarding their Committee activities and progress in order to coordinate budgets, calendars and logistics.

9. New Board Members are required to provide a photograph of themselves and a brief bio, which may be used in AIA publications and/or programs. The photo and bio must be provided by November 10, 2008.

10. The President is expected to attend the AIA National Convention and Design Exposition, and the President-Elect to attend the AIA Grassroots Leadership and Legislative Conference. After their return, they should report their experience at the next Board of Directors meeting.