Ohio Wholesale Marketers Assoc

“The association's members are wholesale distributors who supply products to convenience stores and other retailers in ohio and the midwest region. Members also include product brokers, manufacturers and companies whose products and services support the operations of wholesalers.”

“Members of the board of trustees (governing body) are elected by the members of the association.”

“If the governing body were to make a recommendation for bylaw changes, the changes would be subject to approval by the association members.”

“Form 990 is reviewed by the association director prior to filing. The governing body is notified that the form has been filed and that a copy can be forwarded upon request.”

“The organization's form 990 is available for public inspections on another's website, www.guidestar.org and upon request.”

“Financial statements are available upon request.”

“The process for determining the compensation of the executive director includes review and approval of the independent board.”

“Keep members informed of events and issues that may impact their businesses, advocate for and promote the industry, and provide education/networking opportunities for members and industry partners.”

“Of the 17 volunteers, 10 are board members with voting privileges (elected trustees and trustees-at-large) and 7 are board members without voting privilieges (associate trustees and honorary trustees.)”

“The organization's purpose is to provide the membership with programs and services that effectively advocate and represent the common interests of the membership; foster improved communicatons and trade relations in the industry; inform the membership and where appropriate the public of industry issues; and create forums for education and industry networking.”