Director, Events

Let’s Shake the Table, Inc.
Board Responsibilities
​​Specific Responsibilities of the Director, Events

Events & programming are key focus areas for Let's Shake the Table, Inc. for the foreseeable future. The Director, Events & Programming is responsible for leading event production, including logistics, content planning, promotion (in tandem with relevant Board members) and follow-up.

2025 Goals (Draft to be finalized along with 2025 Board by EOY)

• Plan 3-6 events in 2025

• Complete event Run of Shows 30-60 days in advance, securing speakers, planning event content and managing logistics

• Work with the Vice President to map out additional revenue-generating events (donation nights, virtual workshops, etc.)

• Work with the Director of Digital Marketing, Director of PR/Communications, and the Director of Memberships to ensure appropriate marketing, PR, and support with the member experience

• Execute and update 3-yr event strategy

• Support Director, Memberships with member events (agendas, managing attendee list, comms, etc.)

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General Board Responsibilities

Mission

Empower Black, Charlotte-based women to shake the table in the communication space through perspective, experience and advocacy.

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As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for:

• carrying out the mission and purposes of the organization

• strategic and organizational planning

• ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management

• fundraising and resource development

• approving and monitoring the organization’s programs and services

• enhancing the organization’s public image

• assessing its own performance as the governing body of the organization

 

All board members are expected to contribute 12 hours/month for the duration of their position. Responsibilities have been divided accordingly.

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Expectations of all Board Members

Each individual board member is expected to:

• know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs

• faithfully read and understand the organization’s financial statements

• serve as active advocates for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission

• leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to fully achieve the organization’s mission

• help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and reputational standing, and can influence public policy

• prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings

• be reachable within 2 business days (unless reasonable, prior notice is given)

• follow the organization’s bylaws, policies, and board resolutions

• maintain confidentiality about all internal matters of the organization

• support social and digital efforts by creating, publishing and engaging with content