Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the governing body of Ras Tafari Inc It ensures the organization remains mission‑driven, financially responsible, and legally compliant. Board members serve staggered terms and meet quarterly.
📌 President - Kirk
Key Responsibilities:
- Leads board meetings and sets the agenda.
- Acts as the primary liaison between the board and Executive Director.
- Ensures the board fulfills its governance duties.
- Signs official documents on behalf of the board.
Term: 2 years, renewable
🪑 Vice President - Bobby
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists the President and steps in when the President is unavailable.
- Chairs special committees (e.g., governance, strategic planning).
- Coordinates board development and training.
Term: 2 years, renewable
💰 Treasurer (TBD)
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversees financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
- Presents financial statements to the board.
- Chairs the Finance Committee.
- Ensures timely tax filings (990, state returns).
Term: 2 years, renewable
📝 Secretary - Albert
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintains official board minutes and records.
- Manages board communications and meeting notices.
- Ensures corporate records (bylaws, articles) are current.
- Handles board resolutions and annual filings.
Term: 2 years, renewable
👥 Directors‑At‑Large
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve on board committees (e.g., Fundraising, Events, Nominating).
- Provide expertise in law, finance, marketing, or community relations.
- Attend all board meetings and vote on key decisions.
- Act as ambassadors for Selassiefest in the community.
Term: 1–2 years, staggered
🔄 Vendor Coordinator
Key Responsibilities:
- Serves as a non‑voting vendor liaison.
- Mentors volunteers.
- Available for special projects or transition planning.
Term: 3 year
📋 Board Committees
The board may establish standing or ad‑hoc committees:
- Executive Committee: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary – acts on urgent matters between meetings.
- Finance Committee: Oversees budget, audit, and investment policies.
- Governance & Nominating Committee: Recruits and evaluates board members.
- Development Committee: Guides fundraising and sponsorship strategies.
- Festival Committee: Advises on programming, safety, and logistics.
Current Board: (List actual names and terms here once filled)
- President: Kirk
- Treasurer: Bobby
- Secretary: Albert
- Executive Director: Natiaki
- Directors‑At‑Large: Positions open
Interested in serving on the board? Contact board@selassiefest.com.