The International Feng Shui Guild Announces Its New Board of Directors
The International Feng Shui Guild held elections in May for the next term of their Board of Directors. Four members return and three new members add their voice to organization leadership. IFSG Professional and Red Ribbon members were eligible to vote on the official ballot. Voting concluded May 31, with an overwhelming affirmative voice from the members. The term began October 1, with a re-alignment of board member positions including a new board chair.
Lee's Summit, MO, October 24, 2014 --(PR.com)-- The International Feng Shui Guild (IFSG) held elections in May for the next term of their Board of Directors. Filling open slots due to stagger and vacancies, several members return for an additional term and three new IFSG members add their voice to organization leadership for a term that began officially October 1, 2014.
In April 2014, the IFSG Nominating Committee began the process of collecting applications from IFSG professionals interested in being part of board leadership. All candidates were interviewed to determine their best fit and viability on a highly proactive and invigorating board. Based on interviews and committee discussions, a slate of candidates was created for vote by IFSG members. Nominating Committee member and 2014 board member, Renate Bell said, "Serving the IFSG Board of Directors as General Board Member and most recently as one of the Nomination Committee members, I just want to share how fun the process has been; interviewing the applicants was a great pleasure. I speak for the entire Nomination Committee when I say the committee is confident in the selection of candidates and looks forward to a highly successful, chi-filled term for all members and the prosperous continuity and longevity of the Guild."
Based on IFSG bylaws, all IFSG Professional and Red Ribbon Professional members are eligible to vote. Voting concluded May 31, with an overwhelming affirmative voice in favor of the board slate of candidates. On June 10th, Bridget Saraka, IFSG CEO, announced to membership that voting was complete and that the group of seven had been elected to the next term. Bridget said, “In gratitude the organization gives thanks to each for volunteering their unique talents and skills to the IFSG…” Newly elected board members participated in a transition role prior to the official term start October 1st to reduce the learning curve and enhance their board experience.
In September, Rosalie Prinzivalli, Board Chair 2006-2014, resigned from the Board to concentrate on personal and business opportunities. “I realized that the foundation was mostly done, as was most of my 'to do' list. I felt suddenly complete -- the time felt right…I have been honored to work with so many dedicated Board Members and to get to know our wonderful members…The current Board is stronger than ever with a combination of experienced and new Board members, all with enormous talent and heartfelt desire to serve.”
With Rosalie’s resignation, the board was tasked with the process of electing a new Board Chair. Through a comprehensive application and voting process, the board elected Mia Staysko to be Board Chair 2014-2017. From the election committee including Kristi Stangeland, IFSG Treasurer, and Maureen Calamia, General Board member, “The board is excited about the experience and leadership Mia brings to the team.”
Matching board members and their skills and backgrounds with IFSG organizational needs, goals, and priorities; it was necessary to re-align board membership. Through that re-alignment, the new composition of Board leadership and roles effective October 1st is:
Mia Staysko, Board Chair
Bridget Saraka, CEO
Maureen Calamia, Board Secretary
Kristi Stangeland, Board Treasurer
Susan Fefferman, Education Director
Frankie Jackson, Marketing Director
Tanya Jahnke, Membership Director
Lois Kramer-Perez, General Board Member
Marina V. Umali, General Board Member
Those leaving the board include Renate Bell who served as a General Board member from February 2013 through September 2014. Renate served with a strong voice, calm presence, and strong leadership. Additionally, Rosalie Prinzivalli lead the board as Chair through the creation of a strong foundation of policies and procedures that serve the organization still today.
The International Feng Shui Guild is dedicated to its mission of advancing the practice, teaching and use of Feng Shui worldwide. The IFSG Board of Directors is integral in ensuring our organization stays true to our passion promoting Feng Shui and our member consultants and schools as well as providing top-notch offerings and resources for the public.
In April 2014, the IFSG Nominating Committee began the process of collecting applications from IFSG professionals interested in being part of board leadership. All candidates were interviewed to determine their best fit and viability on a highly proactive and invigorating board. Based on interviews and committee discussions, a slate of candidates was created for vote by IFSG members. Nominating Committee member and 2014 board member, Renate Bell said, "Serving the IFSG Board of Directors as General Board Member and most recently as one of the Nomination Committee members, I just want to share how fun the process has been; interviewing the applicants was a great pleasure. I speak for the entire Nomination Committee when I say the committee is confident in the selection of candidates and looks forward to a highly successful, chi-filled term for all members and the prosperous continuity and longevity of the Guild."
Based on IFSG bylaws, all IFSG Professional and Red Ribbon Professional members are eligible to vote. Voting concluded May 31, with an overwhelming affirmative voice in favor of the board slate of candidates. On June 10th, Bridget Saraka, IFSG CEO, announced to membership that voting was complete and that the group of seven had been elected to the next term. Bridget said, “In gratitude the organization gives thanks to each for volunteering their unique talents and skills to the IFSG…” Newly elected board members participated in a transition role prior to the official term start October 1st to reduce the learning curve and enhance their board experience.
In September, Rosalie Prinzivalli, Board Chair 2006-2014, resigned from the Board to concentrate on personal and business opportunities. “I realized that the foundation was mostly done, as was most of my 'to do' list. I felt suddenly complete -- the time felt right…I have been honored to work with so many dedicated Board Members and to get to know our wonderful members…The current Board is stronger than ever with a combination of experienced and new Board members, all with enormous talent and heartfelt desire to serve.”
With Rosalie’s resignation, the board was tasked with the process of electing a new Board Chair. Through a comprehensive application and voting process, the board elected Mia Staysko to be Board Chair 2014-2017. From the election committee including Kristi Stangeland, IFSG Treasurer, and Maureen Calamia, General Board member, “The board is excited about the experience and leadership Mia brings to the team.”
Matching board members and their skills and backgrounds with IFSG organizational needs, goals, and priorities; it was necessary to re-align board membership. Through that re-alignment, the new composition of Board leadership and roles effective October 1st is:
Mia Staysko, Board Chair
Bridget Saraka, CEO
Maureen Calamia, Board Secretary
Kristi Stangeland, Board Treasurer
Susan Fefferman, Education Director
Frankie Jackson, Marketing Director
Tanya Jahnke, Membership Director
Lois Kramer-Perez, General Board Member
Marina V. Umali, General Board Member
Those leaving the board include Renate Bell who served as a General Board member from February 2013 through September 2014. Renate served with a strong voice, calm presence, and strong leadership. Additionally, Rosalie Prinzivalli lead the board as Chair through the creation of a strong foundation of policies and procedures that serve the organization still today.
The International Feng Shui Guild is dedicated to its mission of advancing the practice, teaching and use of Feng Shui worldwide. The IFSG Board of Directors is integral in ensuring our organization stays true to our passion promoting Feng Shui and our member consultants and schools as well as providing top-notch offerings and resources for the public.
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Bridget Saraka, CEO
816-246-1898
www.ifsguild.org
Contact the IFSG office for further details at office@ifsguild.org.
Bridget Saraka, CEO
816-246-1898
www.ifsguild.org
Contact the IFSG office for further details at office@ifsguild.org.
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