Ohio Designer-Craftsmen

“Membership in ohio designer craftsmen is open to anyone interested in american craft, including professional artists, studios, galleries, students, collectors, patrons,institutions and craft enthusiasts.”

“All members of the ohio designer craftsmen within the state of ohio may vote. Each member receives an email ballot with a slate of candidates for board positions. There is one candidate for each position on the ballot. Members reply to the email with a vote to approve or not to approve the slate.”

“The form 990 is prepared by an outside accounting firm. The form 990 is then reviewed by the accounting manager/controller and the executive director. A copy of the form 990 is then provided to the board of directors prior to being filed.”

“The organization does not have an annual requirement for disclosure of conflicts of interest. Both board and staff are expected to report any conflicts of interest at the time they arise. Conflicts of interest policies are included in the employee handbook. The board of directors monitors any possible conflicts of interest by requiring a full board approval for all major contracts,mortgages, etc. And by reviewing quarterly financial reports. Through this process, the board is informed if they are engaging in a business transaction that would benefit a board member. The organization also has a written policy on removing a board member who is not acting in the best interests of the organization, by board vote.”

“The compensation packages of the executive director and the museum artistic director are reviewed, approved and documented by the board of directors using performance reviews and comparability data.”

“The compensation packages of the executive director and the museum artistic director are reviewed, approved and documented by the board of directors using performance reviews and comparability data.”

“The organization does not make its governing documents or conflict of interest policy available to the public.however, it does make its financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“The ohio designer craftsmen, inc. Is an ohio not-for-profit organization incorporated to promote the fine crafts aesthetic by establishing a standard of excellence, encouraging creative growth, providing professional support to craft artists, and building public awareness, appreciation, and collection of fine art. The business operations of the organization are conducted primarily in ohio.”

“Professional workshops, marketing assistance and referral service and opportunities to apply to odc craft fairs and member's exhibition at the ohio craft museum.”

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