Nominate for VBSR's Board of Directors

Call for Board Nominations 

Each year VBSR seeks Vermont business leaders and changemakers who wish to shape the direction and future of VBSR by joining our dynamic Board of Directors. Nominations for terms starting in January 2026 are currently being accepted. 

VBSR especially seeks board members who identify as women and non-binary, people of color, veterans, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, rural businesses, and other identities and lived experiences traditionally underrepresented in dominant business culture. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged! 

Eligibility 

Any individual who is employed by or an owner of a VBSR member in good standing and serves as a strategic decision-maker for the organization is eligible to serve on VBSR’s board of directors, including both non-profit and for-profit members. Members are corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and sole proprietors. Cooperative businesses are considered for-profit members. "Individual" members of VBSR are eligible for board service at the board's discretion. 

Terms are for two years, from January 1 – December 31

Criteria

The Committee looks for a demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision, and values of VBSR and individuals whose representation on the board will contribute to a strong diversity of perspectives based upon multiple factors:

  • Organizational identity, including size and maturity of organization, geography, and industry
  • Personal identity, including stage of career, gender identity, race and ethnicity, and lived experience
  • Knowledge, skills, and interests

VBSR committee participation (prior or present) is preferred but not required.

NOMINATE SOMEONE FOR THE VBSR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Join VBSR's Board!