In addition to staff and board leadership, Birds Connects Seattle relies on the unique expertise and community connections from a number of volunteers who provide leadership and guidance in fulfill our mission.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”e3c9ad65-46ae-46c4-9590-83946bf853a6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][lwp_divi_breadcrumbs font_icon=”5||divi||400″ use_custom_home_link=”off” admin_label=” ” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”fc5b20a0-0ab0-4fc2-b5e0-6b7a2afa37d8″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/lwp_divi_breadcrumbs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”||0px|||”] We currently work with volunteer leaders to support the organization in the following areas:<\/p>\n Conservation Committee Development Committee Equity & Justice Committee Finance Committee<\/strong>: Martin Miller Committee:<\/strong> NextGen Council<\/strong>:<\/a> Strategic Planning Committee:<\/strong> The Board also has two standing committees for which board membership is required.<\/p>\n Executive Committee: Governance Committee: Help shape the future of Birds Connect Seattle as a volunteer leader on one of our committees or councils. 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<\/strong>The Conservation Committee ensures that the organization\u2019s conservation work is science-based, equitable, and minimizes harm by integrating research, diverse perspectives, and best practices. It monitors key conservation issues and advises, advocates, and supports programming to guide effective action and communication.
<\/span>Chair: Kim McCormic, Vice-chair: Paul Meijer<\/em><\/p>\n
<\/strong>The Development Committee supports the Executive Director and Development Director in meeting fundraising goals by cultivating donors, strengthening partnerships, and advancing campaigns that sustain Birds Connect Seattle\u2019s mission. It also helps engage and equip the full Board to actively participate in development efforts.
Chair: Chris White<\/em><\/p>\n
<\/strong>The Equity and Justice Committee ensures that equity and justice are embedded in the organization\u2019s daily practices, communications, and decision-making. It partners with staff to advance strategic goals that remove barriers to inclusion and apply a values-based, equity-centered lens across all initiatives.
Chair: vacant<\/em><\/p>\n
The Finance Committee advises the Board and Executive Director on the organization\u2019s financial health and provides oversight of financial reporting. It also supports external auditing and ensures an annual independent financial statement audit is completed.
Chair: Andres Hiltbrunner<\/em><\/p>\n
<\/em>The Martin Miller Committee supports the Martin Miller Fund, which provides grants to help acquire and permanently protect wildlife habitat. The Committee oversees activities that advance long-term conservation of ecosystems for birds and other wildlife.
Chair: Melissa Mark<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n
The NextGen Council builds community and expands access to urban birding by engaging younger, more diverse audiences in Birds Connect Seattle\u2019s programs and advocacy. It also advances equity and justice while developing emerging leaders through meaningful service and professional growth opportunities.
Chair: Emily Sellinger<\/em><\/p>\n
The Strategic Planning Committee helps guide Birds Connect Seattle’s long-term direction. It leads the process of setting goals and priorities, gathers input from stakeholders, analyzes trends and needs, and works with leadership to develop, monitor, and update the current strategic plan in support of the mission.
Chair: Committee will resume in the next strategic planning phase.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n
<\/strong>The Executive Committee supports both the Board of Directors and the Executive Director by providing leadership, administrative oversight, and guidance on key organizational matters. It is also empowered to act on behalf of the Board and assist with grievance and personnel processes.
Chair: Anthony Floyd<\/em><\/p>\n
<\/strong>The Governance Committee supports the Board by ensuring strong leadership, effective succession planning, and a healthy, engaged membership. It also oversees board evaluation and compliance with governing documents to promote accountability and continuous improvement.
Chair: Sharon Wada<\/em><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_cta title=”Become a Volunteer Leader” button_text=”Volunteer Information” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#0A3C23″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_button=”on” button_bg_color=”#FAF5F0″ button_bg_enable_color=”on” button_border_color=”#FAF5F0″]People & Careers<\/h1>\n