American String Teachers Association Incorporated

“The governing body delegated authority to an executive committee which consists of the President, President-elect/Vice President, and Immediate Past President/Treasurer. The Executive Committee exercises the powers of the board between meetings of the board.”

“Membership is open to all string teachers, performers, and supporters (as determined by the board) of the string community that are over the age of 18.”

“The President Elect/Vice President, Secretary and member-at-large positions 1 through 3 are elected by a majority of the voting members.”

“The articles of incorporation and bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the voting members.”

“The recommendations of the committees are documented in the minutes of the board of directors.”

“The executive director and the finance committee review and approve the form 990 prior to it being filed with the service. Also, a copy is made available to the board of directors prior to filing.”

“The conflict of interest policy is reviewed and signed by the members of the board at the May meeting. There is no comparable procedure for the employees.”

“During the budget process, the compensation for employees is reviewed and compared to other like organizations in the area using a salary survey from ASAE. The compensation for the executive director is reviewed by the executive committee and the compensation for the other officers and key employees is reviewed by the executive director. The executive director's compensation is documented in an employment contract.”

“The governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are made available at meetings and in handbooks. The bylaws are also available on the Association's website.”

“Insperity service fee: Program service expenses 8,858. Management and general expenses 6,240. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 15,098. Consultants: Program service expenses 64,877. Management and general expenses 73,033. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 137,910. Design/Marketing Consultant: Program service expenses 17,469. Management and general expenses 19,664. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 37,133.”