Board of Directors - Griffin Theatre

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_cta h2=”Board of Directors” h4=”The Griffin Theatre is looking for people with positivity and a passion for our mission to join our board of directors! We have three board seats open for 2020.” txt_align=”center” style=”flat” color=”purple” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Meet our Current Board” btn_style=”classic” btn_color=”info” btn_align=”center” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fgriffintheatre.org%2Fmeet-our-board-of-directors|title:Meet%20Our%20Board%20of%20Directors||”]Interested? Please contact our Executive Director Chris Everett, to discuss this leadership opportunity. Applicants are voted in on a rolling basis.[/vc_cta][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1591904766662{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Why join?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Board members make a difference at The Griffin Theatre. Our Board of Directors guides our strategic direction and our long-term sustainability. Their leadership helps ensure our vision and values and our commitment to excellence.

Board members work collaboratively with other members, the executive director, the artistic director, and the volunteers. They are expected to contribute in ways that match their interests, abilities, talents, and connections. You can learn more about board member responsibilities below.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1591904787647{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Current Openings” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]We value a broad range of personal and professional backgrounds. This year, we are especially seeking people with experience working in: building and facilities management, customer service, and corporate sponsorship solicitation.

Interested? Please contact our Executive Director Chris Everett, to discuss this leadership opportunity. Applicants are voted in on a rolling basis.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_cta h2=”Responsibilities of board members include:” txt_align=”center” style=”flat” color=”purple”]Interested? Please contact our Executive Director Chris Everett, to discuss this leadership opportunity. Applicants are voted in on a rolling basis.[/vc_cta][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1591904766662{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Act in the spirit of the Griffin Theatre vision, mission, and values.” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”bounceInLeft”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1591904787647{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Together with other board members, steward strong governance and advise the general business of the organization. ” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”bounceInRight”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1591904766662{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Set goals and long-term organizational strategies including the development and implementation of the strategic plan.” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”bounceInLeft”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1591904787647{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Ensure that the organization maintains and complies with fair and equitable workplace policies” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”bounceInRight”][vc_column_text]

Meet commitments to staff, volunteers and patrons
Participate in succession planning by recruiting new board members, providing for a Board that remains healthy and regenerative

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Such as submitting weekly board reports, preparing for each board meeting
Attend board meetings absent irreconcilable conflict
Actively contribute their knowledge and views in an honest and mutually respectful manner

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Contribute financially to The Griffin Theatre, at a level that is significant to the member
Thoughtfully leverage personal and/or professional connections to further the organization’s fundraising goals

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Maintain knowledge of current Griffin Theatre programs
Be accessible to staff and volunteers, respond in a timely way to staff and volunteer requests, and serve as a resource to staff members and volunteers in areas where the member has knowledge or expertise.
Serve as a liaison between the organization and other organizations and constituencies to which the member has personal or professional connections
Represent the organization to the public, legislative and policymaking bodies, media, and/or stakeholder groups as appropriate.

Preparing for and attending monthly board meetings (3 hours)
Communicating with board members and staff (1 hour)
Participating in committee and fundraising efforts (1-3 hours)
Reporting progress to the Board President (1.5 hours)
Completing specific tasks and work areas as assigned (2-4 hours)

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_cta h2=”Interested?” txt_align=”center” style=”flat” color=”purple”]Board terms begin when you are voted in and terminate at the Executive Director, Board of Directors or their own discretion.

If you are interested in joining our board in 2020, reach out to our Executive Director Christopher Everett. Positions are open until filled.[/vc_cta][/vc_column][/vc_row]