Women'S Energy Network - National

“The Organization outsourced general office and headquarters services, membership management, marketing and communication services, conference management, and website & program management to AMR Management Services, an association management company accredited by the AMC Institute.”

“The organization updated its bylaws in 2020 to add language and a board seat to further support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.”

“Members of wen are entitled to one vote on each matter submitted by the board to a vote at an annual business or special membership meeting. No member shall be entitled to any dividend or any part of income of wen or to share in the distribution of wen's assets upon dissolution. The board has the discretion to decide which, if any, matters shall be submitted to the members for a vote, except that the following decisions shall always be submitted to the membership for a vote wen board, amending wen's bylaws, dissolving wen, merging or consolidating with another association, and selling all or substantially all of wen's assets. Prospective wen members must a have a bachelor's degree or five years in the energy industry b be currently employed or seeking employment at an energy company, nonprofit organization, or governmental entity providing services to and/or regulating energy companies c submit the required application d pay annual dues e adhere to all policies of wen and f abide by wen's bylaws. Candidates for executive membership should be recognized leaders in their fields, with an established sphere of influence, and demonstrated leadership record in civic and community activities within the last five years. Candidates must meet the criteria of membership in wen, as well as hold a senior executive position.”

“Members of wen are entitled to one vote on each matter submitted by the national board to a vote by electronic ballot. The board has the discretion to decide which, if any, matters shall be submitted to the membership for a vote except that the following decisions will always be submitted to the membership for a vote: wen board, amending wen's bylaws, dissolving wen, merging or consolidating with another association, and selling all or substantially all of wen's assets. To be eligible for membership in wen, a prospective member must 1. Have a bachelor's degree or five years professional involvement in the energy industry, 2. Current employment at an energy company or currently providing services to an energy company, 3. Submit the required application form, 4. Pay annual dues and, 5. Adhere to the prohibited use of wen membership directory policy and non-solicitation policy. Members elect the board of directors by electronic ballot with the results announced at the annual business meeting.”

“Each member of wen is entitled to one vote on each matter submitted by the board to a vote at an annual business or special membership meeting. The board has the discretion to decide which, if any matters will be submitted to the members for a vote, except that the following decisions will always be submitted to the membership for a vote: election of wen board member, amending bylaws, dissolving wen, merging or consolidating with another association, and selling all or substantially all of wen's assets. A two-thirds majority of the members in attendance shall be required for such governance elections.”

“An electronic copy of the form 990 is provided to each voting member of the governing body at least 2 weeks prior to the filing of the return. Upon tax preparer completion of the irs form 990, the form and accompanying schedules will first be reviewed by the association management company's president and controller. Thereafter, an electronic copy of the form 990 and accompanying schedules will be made available by the association director to each voting member of the governing body via e-mail notification along with instructions for contacting the association headquarters with comments or questions. A two week timeframe will be provided for governing body comments or questions. Following the resolution of any questions or other matters that have arisen, the form 990 and accompanying schedules will be provided by the account executive to a designated officer president or treasurer for final authorizing signature. The signed form 990 will be returned to the association management company for submission to the irs by the due date of the return.”

“All officers and directors of wen are required to annually acknowledge their review, agreement, and compliance with wen's policies, including conflict of interest.”

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