WACC Board of Directors Application - Williston Area Chamber of Commerce

WACC Board of Directors Application

On behalf of everyone here at the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce, thank you so much for your interest in board service. We know that those with an interest in being a leadership volunteer have many choices. In our community, there are an array of remarkable organizations engaged in the important work of making our world a better place. We are humbled to know that you are interested in our organization.

The following application offers us an opportunity to know more about you, your skills, attributes and what you would bring to our board. It also gives you a sense of what matters to us in any board candidate.

The goal of our process is to determine if we are a good fit for each other. Through this application, we will delve into what motivates you, what you think about our organization, and how we can help each other to create an excellent board experience for you.

MISSION: The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to advancing the exceptional economic growth of the greater Williston area, fostering a community where people want to live and thrive, not just work.

OPEN SEATS: There are three open seats this year. New Board Directors shall serve a 3-year term beginning December 2025 and will be eligible for a second 3-year term beginning December 2028.

REQUIREMENTS:

Williston Area Chamber of Commerce member in good standing (individual or employer) - Desire to support all Chamber members, the entire business community, and the region as a whole to foster growth
Understanding the Chamber’s role in the community and a passion to move that forward
Team Player Mentality

Thank you again for your interest in our work and for taking the time to complete this application with thought and care. Once your application is submitted, the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors will review the applications at their November meeting. Applicants will be notified prior to December 10, 2025 on the status of their application.

Fields marked with an * are required.

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Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2

City *

Postal Code *

Phone *

Work Phone

Email *

Organization *

Starting Date with Employer *

Type of Organization/Business *

If you answered "Other" to the question above, please answer here

Preferred Method of Contact *

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Interest

How did you first hear about the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce? *

Why are you interested in serving our organization? *

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Our Work

How have you engaged with the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce? *

What interests you about volunteering with the Chamber? *

Do you have any ideas to help improve the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce?

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Volunteer Experience
Please list your volunteer experience and include the organization, role/title, description of responsibilities, and the date(s) of service.

Volunteer Experience *

Please list your volunteer experience and include the organization, role/title, description of responsibilities, and the date(s) of service.

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Attributes
A board is more than a collection of individuals. It is an entity that governs, approves strategy and engages in robust discussion and debate on relevant issues. It must act as a single entity. As such, the personality traits you bring to the board will help us to ensure that we have a diversity of personality styles and traits that, when added to our current board members, will enhance the ability of the board members to work together as a governing body.

What personal attributes do you have that you could bring to the Board of Directors? *

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Fundraising
Among other responsibilities, board members play a key role in raising funds for our organization. It is an expectation of board service that you will introduce people in your sphere of influence to our work and invite them to know and do more-- as prospective volunteers, board members, staff, and as donors. Our organization commits to providing you with the information and tools necessary for you to stand as a vocal and visible ambassador for our work.

Can you speak to your level of comfort with this expectation? *

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Time
Board service is a true commitment of time and energy. We ask that each Board Director attend one (1) board meeting per month (Second Tuesday of each month at 8:30 a.m.), support eight (8) events per year plus the Annual Banquet, and volunteer.

Do you have any concerns or potential conflicts? If so, how will you manage your time? *

Board service is a true commitment of time and energy. We ask that each Board Director attend one (1) board meeting per month (Second Tuesday of each month at 8:30 a.m.), support eight (8) events per year plus the Annual Banquet, and volunteer.

Events could include, but are not limited to:

Business After Hours, Second Thursday of Each Month
Brew Your Business, Second Wednesday of Each Month
Milestone Celebrations
Civics Bee
Junior Market
Teacher Appreciation
Farm to Table
Women in Leadership Expo
Holiday Lights Parade
Stars of Williston Annual Awards

In addition, Board Directors are encouraged to serve on a committee. Committees could include but are not limited to:

Agriculture Committee
Policy Committee
Leadership & Education Committee
Workforce Committee
Ambassador Committee
Williston Professionals Network
Energy Committee

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Other

Who recommended you for board service?

Have you ever been convicted, plead guilty or plead no contest to a crime? *

If yes, please explain

Identify at least two references we can speak with. *

Please include their name, relationship, phone number, and email.

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Resume

Please attach your most recent resume and/or professional bio *

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