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Town Hall Committees and Leadership
The Arizona Town Hall relies heavily on its
volunteer members to shape and help execute its signature events and the
programming that supports each one. Executive CommitteePat Norris, Chair Carries out the work of the Board. Meets quarterly or more frequently if necessary. Investment CommitteeHank Peck, Chair Oversees and makes recommendations relating to Arizona Town Hall Investments. Nominating CommitteeJamie Matanovich, Chair Examines board and officer (including Executive Committee) structure and prepares a slate for election of new board and executive committee members as well as officers. Generally meets once in the Spring. Communications & Marketing CommitteeDavid Howell, Chair Manages communications and marketing strategies that enhance the visibility, economic stability and image of Arizona Town Hall, both to the public and to the membership. Devises means for disseminating Arizona Town Hall information to more effectively increase education, implementation and more active participation with the Town Hall. Meetings of approximately two hours each are scheduled as needed. Human Resources CommitteeL. J. "Chip" U'Ren, Chair Helps to guide decisions on staffing levels, job descriptions, office policies and compensation programs. One or two meetings are held per year. Technology CommitteeToby Payne, Chair Helps to guide decisions on technology acquisition and management. | Research CommitteeSusan Goldsmith, Chair Works with representatives from the state’s universities to develop the scope and initial outline for each Town Hall background report. Reviews final detailed outline and critiques final draft of each report. Identifies and involves directly impacted sectors of the community on the subjects for each Town Hall. Studies, devises and recommends mechanisms to improve objectivity and relevancy of Town Hall research reports. Four meetings approximately four hours each are held per year. Training CommitteeGregory Falls, Chair Community Town Halls CommitteeElizabeth McNamee, Chair Coordinates and manages Community Town Halls. Development CommitteeBill Garfield, Chair Reviews organizational needs, establishes development processes (including both member and non-member prospects), identifies available resources and seeks out new resources. Drafts materials used in development, including, but not limited to, documents used in grants, articles for newsletters, and consulting proposal documents. Cultivates additional partnerships and fund-raising opportunities, including but not limited to endowments, planned giving, major gifts, and special events. Participates in the organization’s stewardship efforts including personally thanking donors and members for their investment. Develops and coordinates special events. Coordinates efforts with other committees.
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