International Association for Public Participation USA

“The association delegated daily operations to Erin Zimmermann, who served as the contracted executive director in 2024.”

“TMembership is open to any individual or organization sharing the purposes of the organization by abiding by the policies of the organization. All members in good standing are entitled to one vote.”

“Each member in good standing is eligible to vote on the Board of Directors.”

“The executive manage of the organization distributes a PDF copy of the 990 return to the Board members for review and comment prior to the return being filed and at the first meeting of the Board following the filing of the 990 with the IRS. The complete form is presented to the Board by the organization's lead officers with responsibility over the 990 review, thereafter, questions are taken and the form, it's preparation and its public relation impact is discussed.”

“Annually, the organization reviews and discusses the conflict of interest policy and requests the each board member list and acknowledge any know conflicts. All members of the board are covered under the conflict of interest policy. At each board and committee meeting, if there is a discussion of selecting or engaging a vendor or service provider, all in attendance are asked to recuse themselves from the discussion if there could be a perceived conflict.”

“The organization does not employ any paid officers or key employees, the position of the executive manager is a contract position that is reviewed annually by the board. The Board of Directors reviews the compensation for the executive manager by comparing the executive manager's compensation to individuals of comparable organizations using their form 990, compensation studies, and other available data.”

“The organization will provide, in a timely manner, copies of all governing documents including the conflict of interest policies and financial statements when requested in writing or in person.”