Governance
Democratic Process
The democratic process and the democratic way of life have been part of the basic beliefs characterizing the Girl Scout movement since its inception. Using the democratic process means that members of the organization have both the right and the responsibility to influence major decisions affecting the organization before those decisions are made. While this does not mean that every member of the Council can vote on everything or make final decisions about policy, it does mean that each member will be:
- Well informed about issues or needs that exist in the Council
- Available to discuss issues, and give input to the Council's board of directors, which does make the final decision for the organization
Council Leadership
There are many great people across our Council who have excellent qualifications to become a member of our board, board development committee, or one of the many other committees that provide leadership for our Council. Throughout the year, we are looking for new names to add to our list of potential candidates; people with strong leadership skills, community connections, and a desire to serve the girls of GSNWGL. You may know the perfect person to step up and provide a skill set that would make the difference in some area of our governance. Adult names and information can be submitted on the Candidate Recommendation Form.
Board of Directors Committee/Task Group List
Board of Directors Girl Member
Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors are also eligible to serve on our board of directors. The perspective of a girl member on either the board or a board committee is crucial to GSNWGL to help keep our focus on our mission for girls today and in the future. The possibility of representing girls on the GSNWGL Board of Directors is a tremendous leadership opportunity. Board meetings will be held during the school day, and board members must commit to attend approximately four meetings per year in person, by phone, or teleconferencing, as meetings are held around the Council area. Girls serving on the board must be 16-18 years of age for the 2012-2013 school year, and14-18 for a board committee. Girl names and information can be submitted on the Girl Recommendation Form. Girls may apply directly with the Girl Application Form, including references.
Board of Directors Girl Member Position Description
Board of Directors Committee Member - Girl Position Description
Girl Member Applications must be received by Thursday, March 15 to be elected at the Annual Meeting on May 19, 2012.
Form Submission
Complete the writable form and save it to your computer. Create a new email, attach the newly saved document and send it to Theresa Brady, Assistant to the CEO at tbrady@gsnwgl.org or print and mail to:
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes
ATTN: Assistant to the CEO
4693 N Lynndale Dr
Appleton, WI 54913
Delegates
Duties
Delegates are elected through the Service Areas to become voting members of the Council. Their primary responsibility is to attend and participate in the annual board/delegate meeting in the fall, the Annual Meeting in spring and any scheduled delegate meetings. Delegates influence policy by:
- Electing the Council board of directors and Governance and Leadership Committee, as well as, National Council Delegates, prior to the triennium training.
- Discussing, reacting and giving guidance to the board of directors on proposed new policies and other major decisions.
- Establishing basic structural policies through the corporation's power to amend the bylaws.
Delegates receive specific information about Delegate meetings via email or mail. Further information about the policy influencing the system can be found in the Council bylaws.
To Be Elected
Council Delegates need to be able and willing to:
- Attend the GSNWGL Annual Meeting
- Receive periodic communication from the GSNWGL board of directors and then share the information at local Service Area Meetings
- Attend a special regional meeting in October or November. Delegates are elected for a one year term and may serve consecutive terms.
Delegates are critical to our Council operation and we hope that you will consider serving in this role.
Board of Directors 2011-13
Duties
The board of directors is elected to ensure that the Council continues to operate effectively over the long term. Specific responsibilities include communicating with the membership, assuring effective performance by the CEO, giving leadership to the Council's fund development efforts and conveying positive messages about the Council to the community. The board must ensure that the Council is operated in compliance with GSUSA Charter requirements and state and federal laws.
Officers
Chair: Beth Schad
Location: Kewaunee, WI
Beth is a retired Fund Development Consultant, Director of Day Services and Director of Development for East Shore Industries in Kewaunee County. She has completed her first term as President of GSNWGL and proudly worked with Girl Scouting since 1972 in positions ranging from Troop Leader, Area Service Team Chair and two additional terms as President of the Board. She continues to volunteer for various fund raisers with Violence Intervention Project in her county, assist League of Women Voters and teach a class of Living Well with Chronic Conditions from Stanford University. Grandchildren, gardening, golfing, cross-country skiing, working on her cabin up north, and cooking continue to be Beth's favorite pastimes.
First Vice Chair: Karen Kollmann
Location: De Pere, WI
Karen is the Director of Fuels Management for the Wisconsin Public Service Corporation. She previously worked as the Director of Fossil Fuel Services at WPS Resources Corp. She earned her B.A. in business and her M.B.A. at Lakeland College in Sheboygan. Karen was a Girl Scout through high school, a national delegate in 2008 and previously served on the board of directors as the Secretary. Karen enjoys reading, downhill skiing, gardening, and spending time “up north” at the cottage.
Second Vice Chair: Patrick Puyleart
Location: Wausau, WI
Pat is a retired Branch Manager for CDW Berbee in Schofield, WI and previously worked for IBM Corporation. He earned his B.S. in Business Administration from UW-Green Bay. He has been a Girl Scout board member for many years. His other volunteer activities include the Wausau Chamber of Commerce, the UW-Stevens Point Chancellor’s Advisory Council, Never Forgotten Honor Flight and Rotary. Pat’s interests include hunting, fishing, golfing, politics, woodworking, motorcycling and forestry.
Treasurer: Jackie Draws
Location: Greenville, WI
Jackie is the Chief Financial Officer of Goodwill Industries of North Central Wisconsin in Menasha, WI. Previously she worked for Virchow, Krause, and Co. (Baker-Tilly) for nine years doing auditing and consulting work. She earned her degree in finance and accounting at UW-Oshkosh. Her Girl Scout experience includes serving as a cookie mom and as a Troop Co-Leader. Jackie also enjoys volunteering at her church and is the Volunteer Administrator for the confirmation program. Jackie’s interests include enjoying time with her family, camping, and traveling.
Secretary: Carol Romback
Location: Negaunee, MI
Carol is an Immunization Field Representative for the Michigan Department of Community Health. She graduated with a BSN from the University of Michigan and earned additional Master’s level credits at Wayne State University. Prior to her position with community health, she was a school nurse for the Negaunee Public Schools for many years. She has been a life-long Girl Scout, beginning as a girl member and working her way through camp staff, leader and national delegate. Her additional volunteer experience includes serving on the boards of the Marquette County Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association, Camp New Day, being a Bethel Guardian of Job’s Daughters, and teaching Sunday School. When she can find time, Carol enjoys gardening, reading, crafts, home improvement and decorating, and camping.
Directors-at-Large
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Board Development Committee
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