Board of Directors, President
Position Summary:
The Board President serves as the chief VOLUNTEER leader of Downtown Galax Grows, responsible for ensuring the Board of Directors functions effectively, collaboratively, and in alignment with the organization's mission. The President provides leadership to the board, builds strong relationships with stakeholders, and supports the Executive Director and committees to achieve strategic goals. This is an unpaid VOLUNTEER position with a 501(c)(3) organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership experience, preferably in a nonprofit, civic, or community-based setting.
- Strong organizational, communication, and facilitation skills.
- Passion for community development, downtown revitalization, or local entrepreneurship.
- Ability to build consensus, motivate volunteers, and guide diverse groups toward shared goals.
- Familiarity with Galax and the surrounding region is a plus.
Board of Directors, Secretary
Position Summary:
The Board Secretary is a key officer of the Downtown Galax Grows Board of Directors, responsible for ensuring that accurate and timely documentation of board activities is maintained. This role supports organizational transparency, compliance, and communication by managing records, meeting minutes, and official correspondence. This is an unpaid VOLUNTEER position with a 501(c)(3) organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong organizational and written communication skills.
- Experience with meeting facilitation, minute-taking, or administrative support (nonprofit or civic board experience a plus).
- Attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.
- Comfortable using shared digital tools (Google Drive, email, basic spreadsheets or docs).
- Commitment to the mission of Downtown Galax Grows and to community involvement.