2024 CALL FOR BOARD MEMBERS

 
 

Board Nominees 2024 DETAILS

AND HOW TO APPLY

Functions of the BCAG Board of Directors 

  • Board members must participate in the community leader function of the Board (i.e. work alongside other agencies and community organizations; take the concerns of these stakeholders into account). 

  • Board members must participate in the Director function of the Board (i.e. fulfilling the vision statement; focusing on goals; monitoring operations; setting policies and standards; ensuring resources are available; strategic planning and oversight of core operations & working groups). 

  • Be committed to BC Apparel and Gear Association’s vision, mission, and values. 

  • Attend meetings – Board meetings are usually once a month on a weekday evening (PST). All Directors must give 24 hour notice if they are unavailable or will be late. 

  • Be informed – Directors receive an agenda and related background reading for each board meeting a few days prior to taking place. 

  • Avoid and/or declare conflicts of interest – Directors must declare when they or their employer may benefit personally or professionally in a way that is not common to the rest of the Board because of a decision made by the Board.

  • Maintain confidentiality – strict confidentiality must be kept about personal information about Board business, particularly members and any legal proceedings that the Board may be involved with. 

  • Serve for  3-year term for maximum of 3 consecutive terms.

BC Apparel and Gear Association is looking to ensure representation from various sectors of our industry. Please indicate in you application which sector/s you would like to fairly represent. (Can be more than 1.)

  • Finance

  • Domestic Manufacturing

  • Product Design / Development / Innovation

  • Retail

Additionally, experience and expertise in the following areas is highly beneficial:

  • Fundraising, Engagement,  Development or Government relations

  • Working at / with a non-profit or association

  • Currently employed at, have recently been employed at or work closely with a major, BC-Based retailer of apparel and/or gear.

  • Work for, own or operate a BC-based local manufacturer of textile products or materials.

How to submit your application

To be considered as a candidate for members’ consideration please submit to hello@bcapparelandgear.comwith the following:

 ●  A cover letter - tell us why you want to be on the board which sector are representing

●  Linkedin profile

●  A brief bio (max. 200 words) and headshot (Hi-res) or selfie this will be used on the BCAG website

IMPORTANT: Please note that the cover letter & bio (max. 200 words) is what will be shared with voting representatives – ensure that it includes details of your qualifications for the board.