NOW TAKING NOMINATIONS for the VABF Board of Directors
VABF relies on a volunteer Board for fundamental responsibilities and keeping the organization focused on our mission. Board members must commit to 5 – 10 hours per month promoting the organization, building membership, funding, as well as oversight and overall priority setting. Committee work will be additional to these key tasks. Expect to be asked to be on a committee or serve in some additional capacity.
VABF Board Requirements:
- Age 18 or older.
- VABF member & familiarity with the organization.
- Able to make a commitment of 5-10 hours per month.
- Expected to attend annual conference and annual meeting.
- Understanding of Board member expectations- (see above).
- Attend ⅔ of the Board meetings.
- Uphold the VABF Code of Conduct.
VABF Board Nomination Process
- Individuals interested in nominating someone to the VABF Board (or self-nominees) should review Board nominations process and requirements.
- Email admin@vabf.org indicating your interest.
- Submit a one page email “application” to admin@vabf.org. This letter of application should include:
- Your name, phone and address, including county.
- Your experience and familiarity with Biological/Organic Agriculture and the mission of VABF. Outline your farm /food related experience.
- Experience/familiarity with VABF. Contact with and support from current VABF members.
- Current active membership.
- Any particular skills or perspective you would bring to our working Board.
- Your ability to commit up to 10 hours per month during your two year term.
- 2 work or board references, including name, phone number, & email address.
- Information will be reviewed by our committee. You may be contacted for a conversation.
- All qualified nominees will be listed on a slate of Board candidates. This slate will be distributed to VABF’s membership via the website.
- Nominees should attend the conference and be prepared to give a short introduction at the VABF annual meeting.
- Balloting takes place online and new Board members are announced at VABF’s annual meeting.
- All Board members, including newly elected members, will meet following conference close.
