Join us for a morning of coffee, conversation, and chapter business at our FREE Membership Mixer on Thursday, Sept. 3, at the Junior League of Nashville!

Agenda:

• 8 to 8:45 a.m.: Coffee, light breakfast, and networking
• 8:45 to 9 a.m.: Bylaws presentation and Q&A
• 9 a.m.: Membership vote on proposed bylaws
• Until 9:30 a.m.: Networking continues

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We’ll brief members on proposed amendments to our chapter’s bylaws, and hold a vote to adopt changes to our governing framework. 

What we’re doing: This year, PRSA Nashville’s Board of Directors prioritized a comprehensive bylaws review. Adopted in 2011, our current bylaws provide the foundation for how PRSA Nashville is governed, elects leaders, and serves its members. Periodic updates help ensure that our bylaws continue to meet the chapter’s needs.

Because our bylaws require approval by the chapter’s voting membership, every member has an opportunity to help shape the chapter’s future.

The process: While our bylaws review process was under way, PRSA National released an updated model bylaws template for local chapters to consider implementing. PRSA Nashville’s officers, with input from several past chapter presidents and PRSA National’s Governance Committee, used that template as a foundation while making limited, targeted changes to reflect the needs of PRSA Nashville.

PRSA Nashville’s Board of Directors and PRSA National’s Governance Committee have recommended these updates. Now, it’s time for our members to vote!

Summary of Proposed Amendments: 

• One-year terms for most elected Board positions, while maintaining a two-year Treasurer term. (Rationale: Makes it easier to serve in a board role.)
• Term limits of two consecutive terms in the same Board position. (Rationale: Provides more opportunities to serve and in more positions, helping to cultivate a leadership pipeline.)
• Flexibility for electronic voting for Board elections and membership votes, when necessary. (Rationale: Provides flexibility and helps encourage participation in key membership votes.)
• Ability for the Executive Committee (board officers) to act on chapter business between regular Board meetings with established limits. (Rationale: Provides flexibility and timely action on pressing matters on a limited basis.)

For members who would like to review the complete documents before the meeting:

• Current PRSA Nashville Bylaws (Approved in 2011)
• Proposed PRSA Nashville Bylaws 

What to expect: During the meeting, chapter leaders will: 

• Review proposed bylaw amendments and why they are recommended
• Answer members’ questions
• Hold the required membership vote at 9 a.m.

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This FREE event is open to PRSA Nashville members. Advance registration is requested to give us an accurate headcount.