On Sun, Jun 1, 2008 at 7:30 PM, Thomas Dalton thomas.dalton@gmail.com wrote:
This is the reason the Board election is little more than a popularity contest. Looking at the credentials of those running, Greg is arguably more qualified (in terms of education and relevant experience) than most of those running. However, due to the fact that this election _is_ a popularity contest, he is unlikely to win.
Personally, several of the candidates should withdraw, as they have clue as to how to manage a non-profit organization. Simply: they have no business there. However, I leave that for the voters to decide.
They're not managing the organisation, they're directing it. There is a difference. The role of a community member of the board is to represent the communities views on issues. There are appointed board members and staff for the areas that require expert knowledge.
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I should hope we elect our trustees to do more than just share community concerns. I would rather they also have at least /some/ knowledge of what directing (to use your word) such an organization is like. If the most director- esque experience a candidate has comes from being an admin or arbcom member, I would pray they take these talents elsewhere. Popular community member does not good board member make, necessarily.
-Chad