Jewish Family Service Committees 2020 - 2021
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Jewish Family Service Committees 2020 - 2021 JFS is supported by several working committees and task forces, which are accountable and report to the Board of Directors. These groups are comprised of Board members, other volunteers and professional staff members as appropriate. The following is a brief description of the committees and listing of members: STANDING COMMITTEES Finance Chair: Treasurer, Steve Berger Staff Liaison: CFO, Steve Brown Board Members: Community Members: Gilian Baron Approximate Meeting Frequency: Once every two to Executive Board Liaison: N/A three months, or as needed Reviews the agency's fiscal activity, including financial statements, cash flow and the annual budget (which is then reviewed and approved by the Board). Reviews and monitors agency investments (including those currently managed by the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation) and debt requirements, and makes recommendations regarding each. Monitors and reports on Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the Strategic Plan: total revenue , fundraising revenue, % of funds applied to the mission (via annual Financial Audit) and any additional measures deemed helpful. Marketing/Communications Chair: Vice President, Weezie Margolis Staff Liaison: Sr Dir of Philanthropy, Leah Guskin, Marketing Manager, Jamie Denison Board Members: Community Members: Sue Mintz Approximate Meeting Frequency: Once every one to Executive Board Liaison: N/A two months Supports the Senior Director of Philanthropy in the development of agency policy, strategy and tactics for marketing and communication activities. Reviews the effectiveness of marketing materials, social media engagement, public relations efforts and ad campaign performance using Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the Strategic Plan and any additional measures deemed helpful. Helps identify potential external partners and alternatives for communication initiatives. Works with the Senior Director of Philanthropy to conduct an annual audit of marketing materials to optimize impact and consistency. Works to expand branding of JFS proprietary programs. Operations Chair: David Jacobs Staff Liaison: COO, Deizel Sarte 1 Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: Quarterly Executive Board Liaison: Bob Gross Provides oversight of personnel, quality assurance and risk management policies and procedures to 1) ensure a working environment that meets the needs and expectations of staff and clients; 2) retain high quality staff, and 3) deliver service which is effective and consistent with professional, legal, safety and other regulatory standards. Responsible for review of the agency’s continuous quality improvement plan and reports, including client outcomes and satisfaction, as well as quality assurance components. Tracks and reports Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the Strategic Plan and any additional measures deemed helpful. Board contact for facilities and logistics matters. Resource Development Strategy Chair: Vice President, Julie Gothard Staff Liaison: Sr Dir of Philanthropy, Leah Guskin Board Members: Community Members: Beth Konig, Gilian Baron Approximate Meeting Frequency: Once every one to Executive Board Liaison: N/A two months Provides leadership and planning to sustain, expand and secure resources to support the agency’s programs and services to the community through fundraising and development efforts. Develops and maintains a three-year fundraising plan that includes targeted activities to attract corporate, individual and big ticket benefactors. Tracks and reports Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the Strategic Plan and any additional measures deemed helpful. TASK FORCES 403(b) Plan Chair: Gary Kahn Staff Liaison: CFO, Steve Brown Board Members: Community Members: Mike Weinberg Approximate Meeting Frequency: Once per quarter, as Executive Board Liaison: Treasurer, Steve Berger needed Manages and evaluates the agency’s retirement plan for employees. Annual Meeting (5/25/2021) Chair: Staff Liaison: Sr Dir of Philanthropy, Leah Guskin Board Members: Community Members: 2 Approximate Meeting Frequency: As needed in the Executive Board Liaison: Weezie Margolis months leading up to the event Plans and helps execute all aspects of the agency’s annual meeting in May, including, but not limited to, theme, location, program, invitation, refreshments. Audit Chair: Rebecca Buell Staff Liaison: CFO, Steve Brown Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: As needed to Executive Board Liaison: Treasurer, Steve Berger evaluate new audit firms (when needed); as needed to review audit prior to presentation to the Board Evaluates auditor performance and helps select new auditors, if needed. Meets with auditors to discuss the audit and any issues/recommendations resulting from the audit process, prior to presentation to the Board. Governance Chair: Robert Gross, MD Staff Liaison: CEO, Cathy Barker Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: TBD Executive Board Liaison: President, Julie Liberman Performs periodic evaluations of organizational documents, structures, practices and procedures and makes recommendations to the Board. Examples of activities may include (but are not limited to) surveys to identify areas for organizational improvement, review and update of bylaws, or evaluation of committee structure and function. Just For Show (4/22 or 4/28 or 5/6/2021) (Talent TBA) Chair: Staff Liaison: Sr Dir of Philanthropy, Leah Guskin; Marketing Manager, Jamie Denison Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: As needed to plan Executive Board Liaison: President, Julie Liberman and manage the event Plans, organizes and helps execute our major 2021 fundraising event. After the event, reports Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the Strategic Plan and any additional measures deemed helpful. 3 Legal Chair: Cory Feldman Staff Liaison: CEO, Cathy Barker Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: Rarely, if ever; work Executive Board Liaison: President, Julie Liberman is typically done by individual contributors Provides legal advice and guidance on an ad hoc basis. Staff Appreciation (TBD May, 2021) Chair: Staff Liaison: Community Engagement Coordinator, Kristen Jackson Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: As needed in the two Executive Board Liaison: Secretary, Lindsey Stengle months prior to plan and execute the event Plans our annual staff appreciation luncheon that typically occurs in the spring. Volunteer Appreciation (2/28/2021) Chair: Staff Liaison: Community Engagement Manager, Kristen Jackson, Marketing Manager, Jamie Denison Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: As needed in the Executive Board Liaison: Secretary, Lindsey Stengle several months preceding the event Assists the Community Engagement and Marketing Managers in planning and executing the annual Volunteer Appreciation event, typically held in the spring. Volunteer Engagement Committee Chair: Lydia Varela Staff Liaison: Community Engagement Manager, Kristen Jackson Board Members: Community Members: Approximate Meeting Frequency: 3-4 times per year Executive Board Liaison: Secretary, Lindsey Stengle Supports the Volunteer Department to assess and improve program effectiveness, quality, and consistency in our efforts to engage and retain community volunteers in support of our programs. Collaborate with staff to 4 develop a plan for continued growth and diversification of opportunities. Help to identify potential young adult volunteers and organizations to expand JFS’ reach in the community. With the help of the Community Engagement Manager, tracks and reports Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the Strategic Plan and any additional measures deemed helpful. Young Leadership Board Oversight Committee Chair: Jay Szor Staff Liaison: Sr Dir of Philanthropy, Leah Guskin Board Members: Community Members: Ben Deutsch, Leslie Cohn-Wein, Russell Robinson, Stacy Samuels, Emily Ackerman, Jordan Palefsky, Mallory Biblo, Brooklyn Garner, Leah Sack, Yael Kuchinsky, David Slifer Approximate Meeting Frequency: Monthly Executive Board Liaison: Eric Goldberg Provides leadership, oversight and guidance to help expand and sustain the Young Leadership Initiative at JFS. Helps to identify potential members, micro fundraisers, events, and initiative goals and activities. Works with the staff liaison and board of directors to provide board mentorship and networking opportunities for Young Leadership Board Members. Evaluates future directions for the Young Leaders Board. ELECTED POSITIONS, SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS AND AUXILIARY PROGRAMS Executive Committee Chair: President, Julie Liberman Staff Liaison: CEO, Cathy Barker Board Members: Eric Goldberg, Weezie Margolis, Julie 2 Members Appointed From Board: Gothard, Robert Gross, Steve Berger, Lindsay Stengle Approximate Meeting Frequency: Monthly Executive Board Liaison: N/A Composed of the current officers of Jewish Family Service, three immediate past presidents and two members at-large chosen from and elected by the Board of Directors at the June Board Meeting. Reviews major policy issues to be brought to the Board and serves as an arena for the group to consider issues which affect the agency as a whole in preparation for Board consideration and action. Acts on behalf of the Board in cases of emergency, and only then at critical times. Engages in Board succession planning. Jewish Family Service Foundation Board Chair: Irv Munn Staff Liaison: