The Partnership for Excellence

“The president reviews form 990 for accuracy and forwards to the partnership for excellence finance committee for review and recommendation to the board of trustees. Once approved by the full board the 990 is considered approved.”

“A conflict of interest form is signed by all examiners and board members annually and kept on file. If any conflicts are self-reported they are reviewed by the president/ceo and a recommendation for resolution is made to the partnership for excellence governance committee. Once the committee reviews the evidence a recommendation is presented to the full board of trustees at the following bot meeting for final determination. In addition, spot checks are made throughout the year (not less than quarterly) by the president/ceo to identify possible conflicts of interest that have not been self reported.”

“The president/ceo's compensation is determined by a special committee selected by the chairman of the board of trustees of the partnership for excellence who is appointed to do so by the governance committee. Comparative analysis for similar positions nationally, by sector (non- profit), and geographically are made to ensure that compensation is fair, reasonable, and in keeping with current trends and industry standards. Metrics are developed that support the organization's strategic plan and operational requirements. An annual review is conducted by the chairman of the board of trustees and the governance committee to ensure that agreed upon metrics have been met.”

“All documents are available to the public, except detailed financial statements”

“We support organizational performance excellence and continuous improvement by: raising awareness on the importance of performance excellence to strengthen our economy and competitiveness in the global marketplace to create jobs, improve healthcare, higher quality education and more efficient and effective government and non-profit organizations. Providing organizational assessment, evaluation, and quality tools. Educating and sharing best-in-class practices with leaders from all sectors of the economy. Recognizing role-model organizations with tpe's awards for excellence culminating with the platinum-level, governor's award for excellence. Once organizations achieve the platinum-level of recognition they are eligible to submit an application for the malcolm baldrige national quality award presented by the president of the united states.”