Houston CPCU Chapter
Board of Directors Meeting / January 5, 2016
Grub Burgers, Houston TX
Type of meeting: Monthly Board Meeting
Board Members present: Teri Pruett, Michelle Dyer,Noah Klein, Mel Causer,Lauren Valentino
Guests: Hali Spalding
Meeting Minutes
After welcome by Teri Pruett, meeting called to order 12:25pm
Introductions of all in attendance
Approval of December board meeting minutes – approved by board as submitted
Treasurer’s Report –Jonathan Leather was not able to attend meeting so this month’s treasurer’s report was not reviewed.
Education – February education seminar cancelled as expenses associated with Bryan Tilden deemed prohibitive. Possibility of another seminar with lower cost CE instructor discussed, possibly dovetailing with April’s monthly CPCU meeting. Also discussed alternatives for May/June meeting to fill-in during the time we’re not holding monthly meetings. Discussed viability of current forms of seminars and possibility of “remote” seminar. Education committee to be more of an education resource for members.
Webmaster – Larry Manton was not able to attend meeting. Recent CPCU Brandon Yarbrough being tapped as new webmaster. Teri to grant Noah Klein access to chapter website. Key goal for 2016 is to update the website with new material.
New Designees – Sharen Perkins will be stepping down this year. Matt Blades identified as potential replacement. Continuing the efforts made by Sharon in the upcoming year a priority, so important to find replacement.
Good Works – Effort to be made to find a company or sponsor to underwrite the $2/goody bags.
Chair Transition – Hali Spalding to identify committee she will chair. Potential for Good Works and New Designee. Matthew to confirm either Membership or New Designee chair. Latrisha Goodwin also candidate for Membership or New Designee.
General – Teri to check with Susan Golla to inquire about events that other chapters within her responsibility are putting on. Also reviewed the 2016 operating plan.
Meeting adjourned 1:03 pm