Women-Inspired Systems' Enrichment

“Amy taylor (secretary) is the sister of emily taylor (president and director). Her board service is based on her extensive experience in non-profit management, perinatal and early childhood social health, and collective impact. Caitilin paul (treasurer) is the cousin of emily taylor (president and director). Her board service is based on her professional experience in leadership and management (both corporate and as a sole proprietor), her expertise in maternal and child nutrition, and her representation of mothers (the primary "community" wise aims to serve).”

“The organization does not have any committees.”

“The director works with the accountant to complete the 990, then reviews the first copy with the treasurer. If no adjustments are needed, the wise board of directors is provided with a copy of the 990 no less than 2 weeks prior to the annual meeting. The board reviews the 990 with three questions in mind: 1) is our accounting accurate, transparent and adherent to all federal and state laws to which wise is responsible? 2) how does our payment of employee, contractors, vendors and expenses align with our goals for financial responsibility, ethical and legal standards, and our goals to support minority and/or women-owned businesses. And 3) how does our spending and earning reflect our efforts to advance wise's mission and vision? If changes or questions to the report arise, the director will confer with the accountant and liase with the board through to successful completion and submission of the 990.”

“Officers and directors are expected to submit completed conflict of interest declarations annually (april 1) and/or upon first knowledge of the potential conflict (whichever is sooner). After disclosure of a potential conflict of interest and all material facts, and after any discussion with the interested person, he/she shall leave the board of directors' meeting while the determination of a conflict of interest is discussed and voted upon. The remaining board members shall decide if a conflict of interest exists. Resolution occurs according to policy.”

“Wise is committed to utmost ethical and legal standards for determining compensation for the executive director and any other paid staff or contractors. Prior to executing any hiring decisions, the executive director develops the compensation proposal by researching market rates using the non-profit times, guidestar, and the glass door. Market rate is determined by looking at the current range of compensation offered to individuals in similar roles (by title and function) and in similar organizations (by industry and budget). The board of directors considers the job description and compensation proposal (including market rate data) then votes to approve / revise the compensation packages. When determining compensation for anyone who also serves on the board (ms. Taylor as the sole staff member and director and ms. Colgan on a contractual basis), said individual is dismissed from the meeting and another officer calls for the vote. Once approved, the contract is accordingly executed. Any changes in compensation follow the same procedure.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request.”