Net Impact Final Plan-2013-2014

Annual Plan[Saint Joseph’s University] [2013]

Chapter Start-Up Guide

I. Chapter Vision:

Saint Joseph's Net Impact Chapter in Philadelphia aims to create an educational forum for the exchange and dissemination of ideas formed at the intersection of business practice and social change. Those participating in this conversation will find a community of like-minded leaders at SJU.

In particular, we aim to contribute to the educational community by bringing speakers to campus who have knowledge of topics like Socially Responsible Investment, Corporate Social Responsibility, Non-Profit Management, Business Ethics, Economic Development, and Social Entrepreneurship.

The formation of a Net Impact Chapter at SJU fits naturally with the University's Jesuit tradition of encouraging a focus on others and unifying thoughtfulness with action. We focus on engaging the Saint Joseph’s University community with Jesuit values in the business world.

II. The Leadership Team Structure:

Leader Positions Name Email Graduation Date

President Ryan Musso [email protected] 2014

Secretary Grace Gunnels [email protected] 2014

Finance/Treasure Jonathan Carlucci

[email protected] 2014

Fundraising Chair Denise Salazar [email protected] 2014

Events/Programming Chair

Cailinn O'Callaghan


Service Chair Kerry DiNardo [email protected]

2014

Membership Chair MaryJo Burnham


Communications Chair Matthew Conforti


Career Development KerryRose Harris


Graduate Membership Liaison

Mariana DaSilva


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Udom Umoh [email protected]

Fundraising Committee

Service Committee

Events/Programming Committee

Membership Committee

Communications Committee

III. Leadership Team meetings:

-All official meetings are to be held in Mandeville

-Board to meet once a week, decided upon each semester (open to re-evaluation)

-Committees are to meet twice a month amongst themselves, more if necessary (discretion of the chair)

Ex: a program they are in charge of

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IV. Actions to Reach Chapter Requirements:

Method Our Chapter Will Use to Achieve Membership Requirement:

o Establishing flyers

o Advertising programs, activity fairs

o Retaining members, keeping them updated

o Facebook, twitter, social media

Method Our Chapter Will Use to Contribute to the Net Impact Global Network:

o Temple undergrad chapter to co-host/network

o Professional chapter of Philadelphia/network

Method Our Chapter Will Use to Maintain Strong Foundation Through Leadership Transitions:

Term: January-December

o This way leaders can help transition because they will still be involved

o Elected leaders with elections in December

o 1-term office

V. Chapter Budget:

Administration Funding:

-Subject to school funding, through recognized organization

-Pedro Arrupe Center for Business Ethics

Fundraising Events:

Guest Bartending and Landmark event

VI. Core Chapter Impact Programs

Our Chapter Will Provide The Following Impact Program to Our Members:

In particular, we aim to contribute to the educational community by bringing speakers to campus who have knowledge of topics like Socially Responsible Investment, Corporate

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Social Responsibility, Non-Profit Management, Business Ethics, Economic Development, and Social Entrepreneurship.

VII. Chapter Events and Initiatives

Name Description TimeframeLeadership Team Point

Person

Event Category

Social Entrepreneurship Conference

Students will network with

social entrepreneurs

February 2013 Danielle and Ryan Conference

Michael Mungai

Going to speak about his work February 2013 Ashley Speaker

Career Fair with Net

Impact Jobs

Soon graduates will have the

chance to speak with companies from net impact

site

February 2013 Kerry Rose Networking

Fair Market Trade

Conference

Students will learn about fair

trade on our own campus

February 2013 Ashley Conference

Career Development

Night

Sustainability from Career

expertsMarch 2013 Mariana Networking

Social Justice Speech

Students have the opportunity to learn about sweatshops

April 2013 Danielle and Ryan Speaker

SJU Green Fund Initiative

Students will work with the Green Fund to

better SJU’s campus

April 2013 Grace Service

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Global Community

Day

As a group we will volunteer throughout

Philadelphia at various

locations

April 2013 Kerry Service

Event with Philadelphia Net Impact

chapter

Students and professionals

around Philadelphia will

network

April 2013 Teresa Networking

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Chapter Constitution

[Saint Joseph's University] [2013]

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Net Impact Saint Joseph's University Undergrad

Article I ---- Name The name of this organization shall be “Net Impact Saint Joseph's University”

Article II ---- Statement of PurposeThe vision statement of this organization shall be:

To help members transform their careers into ones that makes a ‘net impact’ – benefiting not just the bottom line, but people and planet too, by providing members with an array of opportunities that will:

a. Empower undergraduate students to use their skills and put their beliefs into action to positively impact their surroundings,

b. Enlarge student’ network with other like-minded individuals who have demonstrated their commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business,

c. Provide resources and opportunities for members to learn about and connect to careers with social or environmental impact.

Article III ---- MembershipMembership in this organization shall be open to Saint Joseph's University student body, faculty, and staff. Net Impact does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, religion, or sexual orientation.

Article IV ---- Officers and CommitteesOfficers: The Leadership Team shall be comprised of the following leadership positions and responsibilities.

Leader Positions Name

Co-Presidents Liaison between Net Impact Central and chapter constituents

Oversees leadership team and leads development of chapter’s growth strategies, vision and goals

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Secretary Records minutes and maintains documentation of organization and events

Finance/Treasure Outline budget needs based on events planned

Creates and maintains documentation of organization funds

Fundraising Chair Researches funding opportunities

Plans and leads fundraisers Events/

Programming Chair

Leads events planning and logistics

Identifies interests topics and formats

Service Chair Plans and coordinates service projects for members of the organization to participate in

Builds relationships with nonprofit/service organizations

Membership Chair Recruits new members and organizes recruitment aspects of chapter events

Surveys members and monitors membership data for trends in growth, retention and interests; reports on progress against chapter goals

Communications Chair

Develops public relations and marketing materials for chapter events on campus and at other club events

Responible for distribution of marketing materials (MySJU, bulletin boards, etc.)

Social Networking/IT

Design and maintain website and social media sites

Career Development

Explore professional development

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resources/opportunities for members

Liaison with university’s career center


Liaison between Graduate students and Net Impact

Recruits Graduate Students Assists in Leadership Team in

creating a Gradate friendly environment

Elections for Leadership Team positions:

1. Elections of officers shall occur in November. 2. Any member of this organization is eligible to run for office. 3. Quorum for elections is two thirds of the group. 4. Any member is elected if he or she wins a majority of the voting members. 5. If more than two people are running and no one wins a majority, then

the person with the fewest votes is dropped from the ballot and votes are recast.

6. The term of office runs from 1st of Janaury till until 31st of December.

Removal of Officers: Officers may be removed by a two-thirds vote of the members.

Committees: At any time, members can vote, through simple majority, to create an ad hoc committee. Committees will be formed around specific tasks or events, and may include any member.

Every committee will be led by a “chair,” which will be a member of the committee nominated by the members of that committee or by the respective coordinator. Every committee may have the option of nominating two “co-chairs” if they believe the committee necessitates two leaders.

All committee chairs will be assigned an officer to report to given the specific nature of the committee (i.e. a committee created for a certain event will work with the events coordinator, and so forth).

At the end of a committee’s tenure, the membership may vote, by majority, to make it a permanent committee.

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Article V --- Leadership Team Meetings

1. Leadership Team Meetings shall be held at least every week. 2. Meetings shall be presided over by the Chapter President, unless he/she

is absent. In that case the the Secretary shall preside. 3. All decisions shall be made by a majority vote of all members present. 4. Quorum for a meeting shall be one quarter of the members.

Article VI ---- Amendments

1. Amendments shall be presented by any member of the organization. 2. Amendments shall be passed by a two-thirds voted of the members present. 3. Quorum for amending this constitution shall be one third of all members.

Article VII ---- FinancesFollow University procedure of obtaining funds through University Leadership and Activities office on campus.Also funds will be provided through the Pedro Arrupe Center for Business Ethics.

Article VIII ---- Statement of ComplianceThis organization shall comply with all campus policies and regulations and local, state, and federal laws.

Approved by: _______________________________ Date: ______________________________________

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Leadership Team Meeting Agenda (60 mins)

Objectives1. To introduce the philosophy behind the Leadership Team2. To introduce and define each leadership role3. To assign leadership positions4. To plan and assign responsibilities for your first General Info Session

Agenda1. Get To Know Each Other (5 mins)

a. Welcome and brief introductionsb. Icebreaker

2. Introduce The Leadership Team (10 mins)a. Core conceptual responsibilities b. Leadership positions

3. Assign Leadership Positions (15 mins)a. Have each candidate write down his/her top three preferences

and a short sentence outlining why b. Execute a selection process or a voting process

4. Plan General Info Session (10 mins)a. Define the purpose of the general meeting: Generate interest for

Net Impact on campus and build membership5. Determine responsibilities and deadlines for the General Info

Session (5 mins)a. Reserve a roomb. Modify and print flyers: http://netimpact.org/admin/chapter-

leader-brand-supportc. Post flyers: Determine locations d. Write and make announcements e. Have each Executive Council member commit to bringing at

least two friends.6. Jeopardy Game: “Are You Net Impact?” (15 mins)

a. Access the game by clicking on this link: http://jeopardylabs.com/play/are-you-net-impact.

b. At least two teams c. Prize for all members (i.e. candy)*

*Prepare the prizes beforehand. It can be anything small (i.e. Candy).

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http://jeopardylabs.com/play/are-you-net-impact


General Info Session Agenda (35 mins)

Objectives

1. To Introduce Net Impact to students/to inspire as many students to join the chapter.

2. To get as many students to sign in with their contact information to get on your chapter’s listserv.

Agenda Items1. Get To Know Each Other (10 mins)

a. Welcome! Brief introductions. Ask three volunteers to say why they decided to come today.

b. Icebreakerc. Remind students to sign in with their contact information to join

your chapter’s listserv*2. What is Net Impact? (10 mins)

a. Present Issues in Depth online webinar “Net Impact Study: What Workers Want in 2012”: https://vimeo.com/46513261

b. “About Net Impact” Presentation: http://netimpact.org/members-chapters/for-chapters/chapter-leader-brand-support

3. Any questions so far? (5 mins)4. Jeopardy Game: “Are You Net Impact?” (10 mins)

a. Access the game by clicking on this link: http://jeopardylabs.com/play/are-you-net-impact.

b. At least two teams c. Prize for all members (i.e. candy)***

*Have a laptop out and ready with a sign-in sheet for students to type in their contact information.

** The presentation provides brief overview of Net Impact. Be sure to download and modify the “About Net Impact” presentation before you hold the introductory meeting.

***Prepare the prizes beforehand. It can be anything small (i.e. Candy).

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http://jeopardylabs.com/play/are-you-net-impact

http://netimpact.org/members-chapters/for-chapters/chapter-leader-brand-support




Sample Leadership Team Application

Welcome to Net Impact! Powered by more than 300 chapters around the world, Net Impact is comprised of professionals and student leaders just like you who are committed to making a difference for themselves and for others. As chapter leaders, you will develop valuable leadership skills, while at the same time making positive changes on campus and in your community.

Over the past year, our chapter has [insert one or more examples of last year’s goal]. One of our goals next year is to [insert one or more examples]. Our Leadership Team members commit to attending all Net Impact meetings and events, as well as weekly Leadership Team meetings.

We invite you to join the movement as a part of the Leadership Team. Please read the position descriptions below, fill out the application on the following page, and send it to [email protected] by [deadline].

AVAILABLE LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

Note: Depending on which positions are open, delete and add roles whenever necessary

Leader Positions Name

Co-Presidents Liaison between Net Impact Central and chapter constituents

Oversees leadership team and leads development of chapter’s growth strategies, vision and goals

Secretary Records minutes and maintains documentation of organization and events

Finance/Treasure Outline budget needs based on events planned

Creates and maintains documentation of organization funds

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Fundraising Chair Researches funding opportunities

Plans and leads fundraisers Events/

Programming Chair

Leads events planning and logistics

Identifies interests topics and formats

Service Chair Plans and coordinates service projects for members of the organization to participate in

Builds relationships with nonprofit/service organizations

Membership Chair Recruits new members and organizes recruitment aspects of chapter events

Surveys members and monitors membership data for trends in growth, retention and interests; reports on progress against chapter goals

Communications Chair

Develops public relations and marketing materials for chapter events on campus and at other club events

Responible for distribution of marketing materials (MySJU, bulletin boards, etc.)

Social Networking/IT

Design and maintain website and social media sites

Career Development

Explore professional development resources/opportunities for members

Liaison with university’s career center


Liaison between Graduate students and Net Impact

Recruits Graduate Students Assists in Leadership Team in

creating a Gradate friendly

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environment

Name:

Email:

Phone Number:

Graduation Year:

Major/Area of Study:

Positions Applying For (in order of preference):

1. _________________2. _________________3. _________________

Please answer the following questions with short responses of no more than 300 words each.

1. Why are you interested in joining our Net Impact chapter? 2. Why are you applying for this position(s)? What experiences do you

have that prepares you to succeed in this role(s)? 3. What are three ideas you would like to implement in your first year on

the Executive Team in this role(s)?4. What other activities/student clubs are you involved in, and what are

the approximate time commitments for each?

Save your submission as “Last Name, First Name-Position” (i.e. “Doe-Fundraising Chair”) and submit to Ryan Musso at [email protected] by [deadline]. Finalists will be invited for a short interview.

Thank you for your interest in Net Impact!

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