Oversee the organization and operations of the Society to ensure that all activities are within the objectives of the Constitution and reflect positively upon the reputation of the Society.
Preside at all regular monthly meetings, keeping the members informed and the business to a minimum.
Preside at all Executive Meetings. The agenda of the Executive Meetings shall be set by the President in conjunction with other Board members and shall, as a minimum, include a report from each Board member present at the meeting.
Delegate authority. A prime responsibility of the President is the proper selection and appointment of committees, committee chairmen and other Society staff positions.
Serve as ex-officio member of all committees and attend as many committee meetings as possible. In particular, actively participate in the Show Committee to ensure that the society's interests are properly and fully represented in this important part of the society's activities
Communicate with the Executive members between meetings so that they are all aware of important issues affecting their area of responsibility.
Think ahead. Make certain that planning and work on all Society activities are initiated far enough in advance to ensure the best chance of completion and sucess.
Innovate. Continue to examine the structure and activities of the Society to determine if they are workable and desirable. Initiate new procedures and projects if warranted. Ensure the socety constitution is reviewed by the executive at > least once every two years and amended if necessary.
Be approachable. Rember that all Directors , Committee members and members are volunteers and that participation in the Society should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
In conjunction with the more experienced members of the Society, attempt to raise the levels of knowledge and experience of newer members as high as possible.
At the completion of your term as president, continue to participate in the executive committee in the role of Past President, to help provide continuity in the running of the society affairs.
Updated April 2003
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