Governance

The DSA is structured as a not-for-profit member-based organization where members are represented through an elected Executive Board. The Executive Board is empowered to work within a defined “terms of reference” document approved by the membership at the DSA’s annual general meeting. Activities outside the defined term of reference must be ratified by the membership through a formal voting process.

The Executive Board consists of three executive roles responsible for overall DSA operations and between 3-8 directors responsible for specific initiatives within the DSA. The following outlines these roles:

The Executive

Chair: Patrick Binns
Vice-Chair: Bruce Matichuk
Secretary/Treasurer: Peggy MacTavish
Director at Large: Chris Farthing

Board Member Terms

The DSA executive and directors are elected for a 2-year term. Terms will be staggered so that half the board is elected each year. Elections will be conducted at the DSA annual general meeting (AGM) through a ballot process. Nomination notifications will be distributed to DSA members no less than 30 days in advance of the AGM. The president may appoint an individual to a Director or Executive vacancy. This interim appointment will run until the next election process.

Board Responsibilities

Define the vision, mission, principles, and strategic objectives for the DSA
Develop and maintain the DSA’s business strategy
Provide leadership through applied knowledge and innovation
Represent the collective needs of the DSA membership
Design and implement programs & events that support ICT manufacturers
Establish formal relationships with industry collaboration groups
Initiate activities to fulfill the DSA’s business strategy
Manage organization assets including knowledge, financial resources, and business records
Manage any staff or contractors hired to conduct DSA business

Last Updated Mar 28, 2009