Role of Communication in Committees, Symposia
Role of Communication in Committees, Symposia
Role of Communication in Committees, Symposia
COMMITTEES, SYMPOSIA,
Effective committees can be one of the most
important working forces at the heart of an
organization as well an extremely rewarding
experience for those involved. This Factsheet
outlines the why and how of committees,
providing guidelines to help committees function
well and achieve its goals.
Although the purpose and objectives of a
committee may be clear and concise, other
factors can influence whether or not the
committee will succeed in accomplishing its task.
Why Establish a Committee
There are several basic reasons to establish a committee that are common to all
regardless of the tasks they are to complete. These include:
sharing responsibilities
involving more members
using the specialized skills of members
providing a vehicle where:
inexperienced members can gain confidence
matters can be examined in more detail
allowing the parent body to complete its business more efficiently by delegating
work to committees.
Types of Committees
There are two kinds:
Standing created by the standing orders, rules, by-
laws or regulations of an organization. They exist and
function more or less on a permanent basis, e.g.,
finance, education, nomination, etc.
Ad Hoc appointed for a particular purpose on a
short-term basis.
Both types of committees may form subcommittees if
the work loads are heavy or complex.
Creating a Good Committee
Two key procedures to achieve the best committee are:
Selection Selecting members is a critical first step to creating
an effective committee. Carefully consider skills and interest.
Size is also important five to nine members is best in most
cases.
Orientation Taking time to adequately orient members helps
start the committee on the right track. Provide information and
clearly define:
committee purpose and expectations
structure, reporting procedure, roles and responsibilities
individual members expectations.
Signs of a Well Functioning Committee
Purpose of the committee is clear to all.
Careful time control length of meetings, as well as development of overall committee time path.
Sensitivity within and to each others needs, good communication amongst members.
An informal, relaxed atmosphere.
Good preparation on the part of the Chair and members.
Interested and committed members.
Minutes are complete and concise.
Periodic self assessment of committees performance.
Contributions are recognized so members know their work is appreciated.
The work of the committee is accepted and makes a valuable contribution to the organization.
Advantages to having a committee system
Spreads out the responsibilities of a chapter
Cultivates new ideas
Opens up new lines of communication
Increases the self value of individual chapter
members
Creates an environment where new members
are acclimated easily
Chapter business is carried in a faster and more
effective manner
List of commonly seen committees within chapters
1. Executive committee/Executive board (highly
encouraged)
2. Standards Board
3. Risk Management/Safety
4. Financial Review
5. New Member Education
6. Recruitment
7. Scholarship
8. Bylaws
9. Social
10. Public Relations
Philanthropy
12. Fund Raising
13. Activities
14. Technology Committee
15. Ad Hoc
a. Common Ad Hoc
i. Petition
ii. Homecoming
iii. Greek Week
iv. Retreats
Committee size
Committees are not created equal, despite that importance of each committee to the organization
as a
whole, there is no need to have a set number of individuals on each committee. A chapter should
decide
on the number of individuals needed for each committee, depending on the amount of
responsibility
that the committee is expected to have.
Responsibilities.
(a) Establish, monitor and review the Corporations communication policy,
inclusive of communications with shareholders, brokers and analysts, investment
banks, and the public.
(b) Identify target investor groups for the Corporation.
(c) Identify and recommend investment banks or other consultancy company to
assist management with promoting the Corporation to relevant investor groups.
(d) Assist management in executing the strategies and policies formulated by the
Committee.
(e) Other Responsibilities
(i) Regularly review and make recommendations to the Chairperson of the
Nomination and Corporate Governance Committee, about changes to the charter
of the Committee.
(ii) Obtain or perform an annual evaluation of the Committees performance and
make applicable recommendations, and report results to the Chairperson of the
Nomination and Corporate Governance Committee.
Authorization.
The Committee shall have authority to act on behalf of the Board in regards to:
(a) Formulate and approve press releases regarding publication of financial results, or other external communication. The annual report and
quarterly financial statements are to be approved by the Board.
(b) The Committee is allowed to delegate this authority to such officer(s) of the Corporation as the Committee deems appropriate.
(d) The Committee is authorized to formulate policies regarding communication with shareholders, investment banks, brokers, analysts and the
public.
(e) The Committee must have approval of the Board to employ or engage an investment bank, broker or consultancy firm to assist management in
promoting the Corporation to specific investor groups and other services. The Committee can terminate such engagement with an investment bank,
broker or consultancy firm, or other experts, as it deems appropriate.
(f) Any communications between the Committee and officers in the course of obtaining information for communication purposes will be considered
confidential information of the Corporation and the Committee will take all necessary steps to preserve the confidential nature of those
communications until a public disclosure, or as required by applicable laws.
(g) The Committee may delegate authority to one or more designated members of the Committee or officer(s) of the Corporation as the
Committee deems appropriate.
The role of the Corporate Communication Committee (the Committee) is to formulate, monitor and review policies regarding:
(a) External communication, inclusive of communication to shareholders, brokers and investment banks, the public;
(b) Target investor groups, the Corporation consider desirable to be investors of the Corporation;
(c) Identify investment banks and or brokers to assists management in promoting the Corporation to relevant investor groups; and
(d) The investor relation function.
The Committee shall advise or assist management in the execution of these policies, hereunder assist management in formulating press releases and
prepare for meetings with analyst and shareholders.
Role.
The role of the Corporate Communication Committee (the Committee)
is to formulate, monitor and review policies regarding:
(a) External communication, inclusive of communication to shareholders,
brokers and investment banks, the public;
(b) Target investor groups, the Corporation consider desirable to be
investors of the Corporation;
(c) Identify investment banks and or brokers to assists management in
promoting the Corporation to relevant investor groups; and
(d) The investor relation function.
The Committee shall advise or assist management in the execution of
these policies, hereunder assist management in formulating press releases
and prepare for meetings with analyst and shareholders.