Step Up Women'S Network

“Step Up engages our financial team to thoroughly review our Form 990 before it is submitted to ensure that it accurately reflects the financial status of the organization. The Form 990 is prepared by an independent certified public accountant. Our CEO/CFO,bookkeeper and CPA meet at least twice in person in addition to numerous email exchanges and phone conversations regarding our Form 990. All voting members of our board of directors have the opportunity to review the Form 990 prior to filing.Our national board treasurer, Ernst & Young partner Leslie DeHoff, advised throughout the process and conducted a thorough review of the 990 prior to distribution to the entire board.”

“Conflict of Interest policy compliance process: The conflict of interest policy is reviewed annually at our staff retreat and board retreats and is a part of the orientation process for all new staff and board members. Throughout the year as financial opportunities are presented to the organization, the managing director of each office reviews the opportunity to check for conflicts of interest. If none are found to exist, the opportunity is presented to the CEO. If a question arises, the CEO will address the conflict with the board of directors who will make a final assessment. Any director or staff member who may be involved will be recused from the review process.”

“Compensation Review process: The board of directors reviews and approves the compensation for all employees within the organization. In late 2012, the board engaged an advisory board member who is an expert in executive compensation to review our compensation. She found that compensation for the chief executive and some other positions were low compared to other nonprofits of our mission area and size. A study was conducted and recommendations made for each position within the organization. The national board voted to approve the new compensation in December 2012 for implementation in 2013.”

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