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YLNI's mission is to attract, develop and retain emerging leaders through community, professional and social engagement. We have a growing 1000+ person network, host social and cultural events throughout the year like the YLNI Farmers Market, and organize immersive community involvement that makes a real difference.

Board members are asked to serve two-year terms and cannot serve more than six years. New board members are selected from dues paying members and active YLNI volunteers.

 Our goal is to match applicants with the best position available for their interests and skillset. While not all board positions may be open, we encourage applicants to apply for any that interest them. 

Application Information

Applications for the 2023-24 board year have closed.  

Please contact us at info@ylni.org with any questions. 

Board Roles & Responsibilities 

President 

Subject to the control of the Board of Directors, supervise and control the affairs of the organization and the activities and the officers. Sees that orders and resolutions of the Board of Directors are carried out. The Board President is accountable for overseeing the other members of the Executive Committee. A member of the Executive Committee, which acts on behalf of the Board of Directors pursuant to establish policies and procedures. 

Vice President 

In the absence of the President, or in the event of his or her inability or refusal to act, the Vice President shall perform all the duties of the President, and when so acting shall have all the powers of, and be subject to all the restrictions on, the President. Serve on the Nominating Committee, coordinate board transition and board orientation, and manage all employees. A member of the Executive Committee, which acts on behalf of the Board of Directors pursuant to establish policies and procedures.

Director at Large, Executive Committee 

Serves as a liaison between the other Vice Presidents and Directors at Large. Oversees special projects for the organization, supporting any board members, committee members, and third-party members that may be involved. 

Secretary 

Keep copies of Bylaws and other official documents, records, and operating procedures. Prepare the board meeting agenda and keeping a book of all minutes. Provide notification of board meetings. Assist in tracking follow-up actions, tabled items, and keeping record of board member attendance and requirements. A member of the Executive Committee, which acts on behalf of the Board of Directors pursuant to establish policies and procedures. 

Treasurer 

Responsible for all funds and securities of the organization, overseeing all financial matters and transaction management. Prepare monthly financial statements and discuss financial performance of the organization. Assist in the third-party preparation of the organization’s annual Form 990. Manage payroll for employees. Track restricted funds and solicit insurance proposals. Oversee budget planning with the board of directors. A member of the Executive Committee, which acts on behalf of the Board of Directors pursuant to establish policies and procedures. A member of the Finance Committee, which acts on behalf of the Board of Directors in providing strategic advisory services with focus on the organization’s internal controls and procedures, financial statement preparation, financial assets, and fund development. 

Leadership Development (Vice President and Director at Large) 

Organize and promote personal and professional development opportunities for members of the organization. Oversee the activities of any committee(s) and serve as a liaison between the committee chair(s) and the Board of Directors.

Community Impact (Vice President and Director at Large) 

Organize and promote the involvement of organization members in the support, improvement, and development of the northeast Indiana community. Oversee the activities of any committee(s) and serve as a liaison between the committee chair(s) and the Board of Directors. The Vice President manages the relationship with Market Manager.

Mission Advancement (Vice President and Director at Large) 

Oversee the raising of funds and building of relationships, and track the soliciting of donations, community partnerships, and corporate collaborations in support of the organization's programs and events. Oversee the activities of any committee(s) and serve as a liaison between the committee chair(s) and the Board of Directors.

Communications (Vice President and Director at Large) 

Oversee internal and external efforts to market the organization to current and potential members and the general public via different types of media, abiding by the organization’s brand style guide. Oversee the activities of any committee(s) and serve as a liaison between the committee chair(s) and the Board of Directors. Response for the Annual Report. 

Membership (Vice President) 

Oversee the organization’s membership base, maintaining and updating membership lists. Oversee the activities of any committee(s) and serve as a liaison between the committee chair(s) and the Board of Directors. Responsible for the Annual General Membership Event. 

Social Programming (Vice President) 

Organize and promote social opportunities for members of the organization. Oversee the activities of any committee(s) and serve as a liaison between the committee chair(s) and the Board of Directors.