Take a leading role in organizing and managing candidate forums prior to elections as well as other opportunities that educate our members on current government and economic affairs. Ensure that PYP maintains its independence in the political and economic arenas. Identify additional, tangible civic engagement and political projects to execute and identify opportunities to survey membership and take an active stance on an issue. Reports to the Vice President of Community Impact and serves on the Community Impact Committee.

Responsibilities of Chairs as Members of the Leadership Team

The mission of Pensacola Young Professionals is to develop, retain, and connect young professionals to the community and each other. Chair positions are a part of the leadership team, but are not voting members of the Board of Directors. Chair positions are entry-level positions designed to provide members with opportunities to get involved in the organization and learn more about the organization. 

Each Chair is expected to:

• Know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs
• Participate fully in their committee and provides support for other organizational activities and events
• Serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and assist with identifying financial resources, sponsorship opportunities, and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission
• Help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and reputational standing
• Communicate with PYP members—new and established—to solicit their ideas and help them become/remain actively engaged in the organization
• Raise any general membership matters at committee meetings or to the President or President-Elect when necessary
• Evaluate each event and program at its conclusion and provide feedback for improvement. 

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