2024 Board of Directors
About WORTH Association:
Incorporated in 2018, WORTH Association is proud to be the only society in British Columbia dedicated to advancing women in the recreation, tourism, and hospitality industries. Our mission is to educate, elevate and empower women to collectively move the dial. Our vision is to develop a community of confident, connected women who accelerate their leadership ambitions.
WORTH has initiated and leads a series of impactful networking events, webinars, skills training, mentorship programs, leadership education and resources to equip women in the recreation, tourism and hospitality sector with connections, support, training, and tools to support their career ambitions. We host annual events such as Yes Shef: a celebration of women in food and beverage, the WORTH Leadership Summit, and the Empower Her series in select cities across BC.
We attract a range of members, from students new to the industry to women working in senior management roles. While we use the term ‘women’ in our name, we represent all individuals who identify as female and encourage men to join in our efforts. We welcome trans, cis, genderqueer, and non-binary people in our community.
WORTH Association operates on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples; šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmaɁɬ təməxʷ (Musqueam), S’ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), Skwxwú7mesh-ulh Temíx̱w (Squamish) and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
The Opportunity:
This year, the Board of Directors has a minimum of 3 Director positions to be filled. Board terms are two years long and the commitment required of WORTH Board members is about 8 hours per month with quarterly Board meetings.
The nominating committee is seeking candidates with the following skills and experience. Candidates are not required to possess all of these qualifications; rather, we encourage individuals with expertise in one or a combination of the following areas to apply:
Skills and Experience:
Nonprofit governance/legal
Fund development
Strategic communications and stakeholder engagement
Event management
Volunteer management
Leadership experience in recreation, tourism and hospitality
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Reconciliation
Characteristics required:
A passion for advancing women in leadership
Commitment to advancing WORTH’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan
Collaborative and respectful communicator, adheres to the WORTH Code of Conduct
Familiarity with non-profit governance or the ability and commitment to learn
Familiarity with events and programs offered through WORTH
Expectations:
New Director terms begin September 2024.
Ability to serve for a full 2-year term; Board terms can be renewed
Comply with WORTH bylaws
Attendance and informed participation at 4-6 board meetings per year (combination of virtual and in-person within the Greater Vancouver region)
Active participation on at least one Board committee
Participation in ad-hoc off-site meetings and Board representation where appropriate
Participation in fundraising/membership promotion/sponsor acquisition
Attendance at the Annual General Meeting, any Special General Meetings and WORTH events, when possible
We are committed to expanding the diversity of our board and creating an inclusive and equitable environment, and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
This is a volunteer position – Directors will be reimbursed for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in performing their duties.
How to Apply:
Candidates must contact WORTH’s Nominating Committee via email at nominees@worthassociation.com no later than 5:00pm PT on June 30th, 2024 with a 200-250 word bio statement outlining their pertinent expertise and interest in joining the WORTH Board of Directors.
Individuals who are part of the WORTH community, attended events, or participated in any of our programs are strongly encouraged to identify this experience in their submission.
Please include “WORTH 2024 Board Candidate Nomination” in the subject line.