Tennessee Pharmacists Association

“The organization consists seven types of members.”

“The organization's active and retired members have the ability to vote to elect members of the board.”

“The organization's active and retired members are eligible to vote on policy statements during the house of delegates.”

“Copies of the completed 990 are provided to all members of the association's board of directors before filing, either in person or via mail, either electronic or printed.”

“All members of the board of directors receive training on the association's policy during the annual board of directors orientation and training session. All members of the board of directors are required to sign a copy of the policy. All board members are given the opportunity to declare any conflicts at that time. The board makes a decision on resolution or handling of any potential conflicts at that time. Board members are instructed as part of the orientation process to present any newly identified potential conflicts to the board in writing at such time as they might occur. These potential conflicts will then be reviewed and considered by the board of directors at its next scheduled meeting.”

“The committee appointed by the association president to review and evaluate the performance for the chief executive officer is charged with the responsibility of making a recommendation to the full board of directors regarding the compensation for the association chief executive officer. The recommendation and agreement is memorialized in the minutes of the board of directors and, also, in the form of a written employment agreement. The committee is provided information regarding compensation of chief executives from the results of a survey of the other state pharmacy associations in the united states of america.”

“Tpa's constitution & bylaws are available for public inspection.”

“The organization's financial statements are undergoing a revew by an independent accountant, however, the review is not final at the date of this 990 filing.”

“The 2023 financial statement review was not complete prior to the 2023 form 990 filing. An adjustment was made after the 990 had been filed to increase other assets and decrease expenses.”