The BDC is tasked to identify a pool of possible nominees for elected roles. The committee explores the talents and experiences of potential nominees, vets their backgrounds, and then presents a single full slate of nominees to the assembly of voting delegates (at each Annual Meeting). They also contribute to other projects that strengthen GSK, such as identifying potential Girl Board Members.
To identify nominees, the BDC members work in partnerships with Area Chairs and Vice Chairs, as well as other community relationships. The selection of a single slate of nominees comes only after an overall assessment that considers each nominees’ skills, their potential Girl Scout involvement, their proven commitment to service, and their overall complement to the needs of the current or future Board of Directors.
The role of the BDC is to think carefully about what Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana needs to thrive in both the current season and in the years ahead. The committee works closely with the Board of Directors and the CEO to assess the evolving needs for the Board, the diversity of mindsets, ability to face challenges, and the overall mix of skills represented.
After the BDC finalizes a complete slate of nominees for election, the Board Chair is notified, and the selected slate of nominees is published to delegates with the Annual Meeting Workbook (at least 30 days prior to the meeting).