Overview and Training presented by Rick Edwards and Liz Marchi,
Past Presidents
Slide 2
Goal #1: Provide history and background of the Montana
Ambassador Organization Goal #2: Provide purpose, guidance and
training for each new Montana Ambassador so they in turn can
support the efforts of this organization.
Slide 3
Organizational structure, contact information, and goals and
priorities for the Ambassador organization Chapter Charters and
roles within the chapter Opportunities to participate and become
involved
Slide 4
HistoryHow We Came to Be 27 YearsHighlights Organizational
Overview and Mission Role of Leadership, Chapters and Membership
Activities and Involvement
Slide 5
The Beginning --Governor Schwinden and Dept of Commerce
Authorized by 1983 Legislature as part of the Build Montana Program
Goals were to promote and encourage long-term economic growth
Exploration Phases Governor enlisted the Chamber of Commerce,
Montana Bankers Association, International Trade Commission, and
Montana Department of Commerce to gather and evaluate data from
other states abut economic development activities. Gained
commitment from Private Sector Launch Phase Articles of
Incorporation filed January 24, 1984 First meeting in Helena, June
20, 1984-- 120 Ambassadors
Slide 6
Slide 7
Ambassador Survey Catch and Release Fly Fishing Tour
Bragg/Lewis Business Retention & Expansion Value-added Ag Forum
Infracon 96 School-to-work Telecom-FCC Universal Service Fund
Business Technology Day Wheeler Center Tax Forum Made in Montana
Food & Gift Show Loaned Executive Legislative Wins Development
Summits Jason Project World in Motion John Raffato Business Plan
Competition Montana Arts Council Montana Business Open Launch of
Montana Meth Project Outreach Chapters: PNW Model 60 Summits BEAR
Program T. Boone Pickens: Energy Jobs for MT Bay Area Outreach
Chapter Formation
Slide 8
Strategic Planning Business Open Chapter Connections Your Board
at Work
Slide 9
The Montana Ambassadors is a volunteer, not-for-profit
organization of leaders in business, education, and the professions
with common dedication to living and doing business in Montana and
to furthering the best interests of the state. At the pleasure of
the Governor, its members act as official Ambassadors of the State
of Montana.
Slide 10
. Represent the office of the Governor and the Department of
Commerce in business related contacts in and out of the state.
Assist the Department of Commerce and the Governor's Office of
Economic Development with their business, trade, and tourism
development programs. Sponsor projects that encourage and support
economic improvements throughout the state. Support, whenever
practical, efforts by other groups to contribute to the economic
vitality of Montana. Support whenever practical, efforts by other
groups to maintain or increase the quality of all levels of
education in the State of Montana. And, as official Ambassadors of
the State of Montana, put the best interests of the state before
personal interests and give freely of time, energy and personal
finances in support of this mission.
Slide 11
Slide 12
Elected Board of Directors 24 Board Members (varies) 11
Directors 9 Chapter VPs Outreach VPs-- Members at Large Ex-officio
membersDOC, GOED, MEDA Executive Committee8 members Executive
Assistant/Coordinator For a list of board members and a description
of roles and responsibilities visit the Leadership segment of the
Montana Ambassador website.
Slide 13
Slide 14
Revenue Membership Dues Golf Tournament Sponsorships Outreach
Expense categories Conference Speakers Annual reports, etc.
Sponsorships Outreach
Slide 15
Please see the appendix in your handout regarding the specific
roles of Montana Ambassador leadership. You as a Member : Report to
Chapter VP Attends four chapter meetings per year Attends and
participates in individual assignments of committees Prepares to
make contributions and voice insight regarding chapter activities
and programs Nominates new candidates for membership Assist GOED
and MDOC with its business, trade, and tourism programs Sponsor and
participates in programs that will encourage economic development
in the state Attends and participates in annual conference
Slide 16
KALISPELL V.P. Jeannie Luckey BOZEMAN V.P. Terry Beaubois
MISSOULA V.P. Tyler Disburg (election pending) BUTTE V.P. Dale
Mahugh PACIFIC NORTHWEST - V.P. Kirk Van Alstyne HELENA V.P. Tom
McGree GREAT FALLS V.P. Tenis Tennyson BILLINGS V.P. Melanie
Schwarz GLASGOW/SIDNEY V.P. Craig Herbert And the just forming Bay
Area Chapter Lynda Colucci
Slide 17
Strive for at least one meeting per year with the Governor to
stay up-to-date on administrative agenda Hold at least four chapter
meetings with potential new members invited Chapters to provide
summary reports of each meeting to the Coordinator who will
distribute quarterly to the GOED Involvement in forming legislative
agenda Chapter representation at economic development summits,
activities, etc. Participate in local business retention and
expansion efforts (BEAR) Share in education and workforce efforts
to drive workforce development for all skills
Slide 18
1.Build business opportunities for Montana whether through
business expansion, retention or recruitment efforts. 2.Assist the
Governor in developing out-of-state Ambassadors who can serve as a
voice for Montana in other states. 3.Assist in developing and
exploring energy options and opportunities for Montana. 4.Develop
relationships with educational institutions, agencies and systems
that foster the Governors vision of economic vitality of Montanas
work force and quality of life for its citizens. 5.Enlist
membership to engage in the business agenda of the Governors Office
of Economic Development.
Slide 19
THE OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE YOUR PASSION FOR LIVING AND DOING
BUSINESS IN MONTANA IN YOUR COMMUNITY, IN OUR STATE, ACROSS THE
U.S. AND AROUND THE WORLD
Slide 20
Annual Meeting Awards and Recognition Event Business of the
Year Entrepreneur of the Year Ambassador Plenipotentiary Ambassador
of the Year Mike Malone Educator of the Year Legislator of the Year
Outreach Ambassador of the Year Events and Participation Annual
Montana Business Open Tournament Fund Raiser Montana Arts Council
Hometown Celebrations Baucus Economic Development Summit Statewide
Montana BEAR Program The UofM Business Plan Competition
The following slides outline the Ambassador organization and
associated responsibilities for each position.
Slide 23
President: Chief elected officer, supervises Officers and
Chapter VPs. EC and BoD Represents entire membership Acts as
spokesperson to the public, press, legislative and governmental
bodies. Officially represents the Ambassadors at all conferences,
seminars, and the annual convention. Proposes and assists BoD in
developing policies and programs that will further the goals of the
corporation
Slide 24
President (cont) Selects committee chair persons and others for
special task forces. Provides direction and monitors progress.
Keeps Board members informed on the condition and operation of the
corporation Presents State of Montana Ambassadors report at the
annual meeting.
Slide 25
First Vice President: Reports to the President and assumes
presidential responsibilities in his/her absence. Assists the
President and serves on ED and BoD Schedules activities of the
Presidents Council as needed. Schedules and coordinates any
business retention and expansion projects. Outlines objectives of
Ambassadors for the next year at the annual membership meeting.
Assist and serve as chairman of the committee in scheduling of
Presidents Circle dinner upon request.
Slide 26
Second Vice President: reports to President Performs duties
assigned by the President Serves as member of the BOD and EC Serves
as Chairman of the following committees Membership Development
Strategic Planning
Slide 27
Board of Director: reports to Membership for a three year term,
limit of two terms Election of President, one or more Vice
Presidents, Secretary and Treasurer Plan future of Montana
Ambassadors Establish board policy Evaluates and approves programs
and projects of the Ambassadors Sets financial objectives and
monitors their progress.
Slide 28
Director (cont) Ensures completion of an annual audit of
financial records Communicates with membership to determine needs
and report these needs to the full board Annually recommend and
vote on various awards recognizing outstanding achievement in
business or education Recommend new members for appointment by the
Governor
Slide 29
Chapter Vice President: reports to chapter members and
President Serves as member of the BOD and has the same
responsibilities as BOD members. Should conduct at least 4 chapter
meetings a year Recommend new members to the board Execute those
applicable portions of the Strategic Plan with the Chapter.
Administers applicable Ambassador programs and projects within
their Chapter
Slide 30
Committee Chairperson: reports to President and supervises
committee members Serves one year unless re-appointed by the
President Directs the committee to ensure it meets its goals and
objectives. Informs committee members of their expected individual
contributions and responsibilities Prepares meeting and agendas and
distribute relevant information to all members prior to each
meeting. Presides over each meeting to ensure adherence to agenda
Recommends to the President potential members for appointment to
the committee Prepares committee reports as requested by the Chair
of the BOD.
Slide 31
Secretary: reports to the President. Provides notice of all
Board meetings. Records notes and minutes of same. Maintains all
corporate records and seal. Other duties assigned by the President
Treasurer: reports to the President Prepares annual budget.
Maintains accurate accounts of receipts and disbursements Credits
all funds received to the corporation and disburses funds upon
authorization of the BOD. Serves in performance of the annual audit
Serves as a member of the BOD and EC Other duties assigned by the
President
Slide 32
Immediate Past President : Serves as member of EC and BOD.
Provides counsel to the officers and directors. Coordinator,
reports to BOD Coordinates annual and quarterly meetings Oversees
publication of all printed material and annual reports Provides
necessary liaison on legislative activities and communicates action
to the officers. Remains current on policy activities of interest
to Montana Ambassadors and communicates action to the officers
Ensures smooth administrative operation of Montana Ambassadors
Maintains and administers bulletins, e-mails and membership lists
Responds to routine correspondence and telephone inquiries.
Slide 33
Member: reports to Chapter VP Attends 4 chapter meetings a year
Attends and participates in individual assignments of committees
Prepares to make contributions and voice objectives to chapter
activities and programs Nominates new candidates for membership
Assist GOED and MDOC with its business, trade, and tourism programs
Sponsor and participates in programs that will encourage economic
development in the state Attends and participates in annual
conference