| Primary Contact: |
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Jackie Aitchinson, Administrative Director, (206) 706-5198, (email)
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| Position title: |
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Board Member |
| Description: |
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Help strengthen farmers markets across the state by contributing your time & expertise as a board member of the WA State Farmers Market Association (WSFMA). We're seeking candidates who have experience in one or more of the following areas to complete our 8-member board team:
- FARMER (retired or active) WHO HAS SOLD AT FARMERS MARKET(S) – There can't be successful farmers markets without successful farmers. Help us represent farmer vendor needs and interests.
- SERVED ON THE BOARD OF A PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION – Bring your knowledge & experience with a successful association to help us continue to shape ours.
- GRANT WRITING– Help us grow our funding base and broaden our services.
- LEGAL EXPERTISE in liability, non-profit organizations, or trade associations
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| Type of board position: |
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Board of Directors |
| The process for selecting or nominating members: |
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Three board members will be elected at the 2008 Annual Conference on Sunday, January 27, 2008 in Ellensburg. Candidates are strongly encouraged to present themselves to the membership on this day.
Interested?
Send your name, contact info, background and interest by Friday, January 18, 2008 to Jackie Aitchison, WSFMA Administrative Director
Additional nominations may be considered at the WSFMA Annual Meeting.
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| The organization provides a formal orientation to new members: |
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No |
| Additional information about this position: |
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This position is unpaid and requires a 3-year commitment. Our fun and collaborative board team contributes an average of 8-10 hrs/month, including rotating monthly in-person and phone board meetings. |
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English, Spanish |
| Skills and Expertise: |
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Fundraising
Legal Services
Marketing / Sales
Organizational Development
Public Relations
Written Communications
Advocacy / Public Policy
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| Human Services: |
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Agriculture Programs
Hunger
Neighborhood Centers
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| Environment and Animals: |
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Conservation/Environment
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| Public, Societal Benefit: |
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Community Development
Economic Development
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