President, Cornell Club of Greater Philadelphia

Posted by Cornell Club of Greater Philadelphia on 08/29/2021

General Information

Nomination start - 08/28/2021
Nomination end - 08/28/2021
Process for Filling Position: Open (Volunteers self-identify)
Number of Seats: 1
Location: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19019, United States
Eligible Constituent(s): Alumni

Summary of Position

The President of the Cornell Club of Greater Philadelphia (CCGP) will work closely with the Alumni Affairs Office to set strategic priorities and goals for CCGP within the framework of Cornell’s Alumni Affairs Strategic Plan, and its policies and procedures. The President will preside at Board meetings. The President will work with Board Members to plan, coordinate, execute, and evaluate club activity. The President will present the Office of Alumni Affairs an annual plan of activities and budget proposal prepared and approved by the Board.

Cornell Interests:

Affinities

Regional Clubs

Talent Expectations: Skills

Communicate

Speak to Groups
The President will represent CCGP at various events to greet and welcome attendees, thank the organizers, recognize the speakers, etc.

Lead/Manage/Serve

Manage Projects
Serve on a Committee or Board
The President to serve a liaisons between CCGP and Cornell staff, another alumni organization, association, board, or group to maximize collaboration and communication. They will also support Board Members in the organization of activities and events to drive alumni engagement.

Build/Maintain Relationships

Engage Individuals
Represent Cornell
The President is to engage alumni to get involved with CCGP and with Cornell. In addition, the President represents Cornell University within the local community.

Responsible Contact

Contact Name:
Sarah Smith
Volunteer Position Title:
CCGP President
Email:

Time Commitment

Average Time Commitment: 1-2 hrs/week
Duration: Not Applicable
Term of Office: 2 years
Number of terms in Office: Not Applicable

Requirements

Prerequisites Only current Board Members can nominate themselves for this position

Hiatus Required? No hiatus required
Dues Required? No

Meetings

Meeting Attendance Required? Yes

Meeting Location(s):
On Campus: No
Off Campus: Yes
Off Campus Location: Philadelphia, PA
Conference Call: Yes
Meetings per year: 4x year

Other Meeting Details: The President is required to attend Board meetings and any other considered necessary to conduct club business.

Additional Attendance Requirements: Attending CALC is not required but highly recommended.

Yearly Philanthropic Expectation:

Make a gift to Cornell at a level of individual comfort

Alumni Trustee Election

Vote in the annual trustee election