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Leadership Interest Survey
For many years, Optimist International (OI) has invested significant resources in developing leaders within the organization. This has led to the development of strong volunteer leadership teams within clubs, districts, and the international office, and this has been a significant contributor to the sustainability of the organization since its first international convention was hosted in 1919. It has also been responsible for the expansion of the organization with membership in almost every continent of the world, who have left indelible marks on the lives of children, and the communities in which they live.
Purpose
This survey is for the organization to better determine the interests of the wider membership in serving in leadership roles as determined by the Board of Directors of Optimist International.
The organization’s current model of leadership acquisition is through various models of member voting or selection by the International Board of Directors. Members vote for leaders for Club, District, and Board positions. The Board of Directors selects members through its President for International Committees. The primary vehicle that is used for members to identify leaders is through an arm of the organization called the Candidates Qualifications Committee (CQ). The Board of Directors and every club and district has a CQ Committee. The primary role of that committee is to evaluate members and present them for the various offices based on suitability and eligibility criteria set out by the various policies and bylaws in effect.
The CQ committee of the Board is concerned that it may not fully be aware of the depth of talented leaders that exist in clubs throughout the organization, who may be suitable for consideration of leadership roles in International Offices. As such, it is hoped that this survey can facilitate the development of new databases of potential leaders who personally express an interest in serving at higher levels in the International office.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. Your responses will be evaluated and used by the International Board of Directors, through its committees and the Executive Director, to determine your suitability and eligibility for various positions as they become vacant.
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