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** Make history and join SVN's first member-elected Board of Directors
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Dear John,

We're entering a historic moment for Social Venture Network. For the first time in our 38-year journey, our Board of Directors will be elected by our members - and you could be part of this watershed moment.

SVN is seeking passionate, diverse leaders to help guide our organization into its next chapter. The past year has marked an incredible renaissance for our community, driven by dedicated interim Board members, Working Groups, and our membership. Now it's time to formalize our leadership through democratic member elections.


** Why Join the Board?
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* Shape SVN's strategic direction and oversight
* Build deeper connections within our community
* Gain visibility as a leader in the social venture space
* Contribute to SVN's mission of creating an equitable, regenerative economy


** Key Dates:
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* February 9: Nominations deadline
* February 17-24: Nominee interviews
* March 10-24: Members vote yes/no for each candidate using the OpaVote online platform
* March 29: Candidates notified of election results, followed by public announcement
* April 2: Formal transition Board meeting, the first meeting of the new board


** Ready to Step Forward?
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1. Review the position description ([link removed])
2. Submit your application through our online form ([link removed]) by February 9th
3. Maintain or commit to SVN membership ([link removed]) before the first Board meeting

Learn More and Apply ([link removed])

Note: A parallel opportunity exists to shape SVN's future by joining our Governance Working Group ([link removed]) , which will oversee these historic elections. Watch for a separate email with details about this vital role.

Questions? Contact our Governance Working Group Chair, Dror Yaron, at [email protected].

Together, let's build the next chapter of SVN's story.

Building together,
SVN Board of Directors

Social Venture Network (SVN) is committed to fostering a community of socially responsible business leaders and entrepreneurs. For more information, visitwww.svn.org.

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