Nomination Application

Board of Representatives Election

Application Process

1) Learn more about the co-op, the Board, its system of governance, andthe qualities and commitment required of an effective Board member. Check out: for more information. Theinformation in this packet will also provide you with basic information to getstarted.

2) You are also encouraged to speak with the Nominations Committee (boardelections (at) tpss.coop) or other current Board members(board (at) tpss.coop) and attend aBoard meeting (next board meeting September 22, 2013) or Board committee meetings (see the Board Calendar at

3) Complete this form, a digital photograph (one can be taken in the store if necessary)and answer the nomination questionsand submit these 3 items electronically to boardelections (at) tpss.coopno later than 9:00 pm on Sunday, September 22, 2013. All submissions must besubmitted electronically. Please note: applications and photos may not be changed once submitted, and all nominations are subject to verification.

4) Plan to attend the annual meeting on October 19, 2013 and beprepared to make a brief statement about your interest in serving on the Board and answer questions from other TPSS Member-Owners during the “Meet the Candidates” segment of the meeting.

5) The Board election will be held from October 8, 2013 to November 8, 2013.

Application/Candidate Profile

Name / Member #
Address / Member since (year you joined)
City/State/ZIP / Home Phone
E-mail / Cell Phone

Education: [Degrees held, schools attended, relevant coursework]

Present Occupation:

Community Involvement: [Include volunteer service, fund-raising, outreach, etc.]

Please check the following areas in which you have experience:

  • Group process and decision-making
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Public speaking
  • Writing newsletter articles
  • Strategic planning
  • Accounting or finances
  • Project management
  • Wiki or website editing
  • Nonprofit organization experience
  • Volunteer programs
  • Past or present participation on a board of directors
  • Business or retail experience
  • Legal issues

Please limit responses to the following questions to one page.

  1. Why are you interested in serving on the Board?
  2. What experience or involvement have you had with the TPSS Food Co-op or other cooperative enterprises or Boards of Directors?
  3. What skills, qualities, formal training, education, or professional or volunteer experience would you bring that directly contribute to the mission of the TPSS Food Co-op?
  4. What is your favorite Co-operative Principle and why?
  5. Is there anything else you’d like to share or address?

I affirm that I have read the TPSS Co-op Board of Representatives Nomination Solicitation. I affirm that I am qualified to be a candidate for the TPSS Co-op Board of Representatives. I understand the duties, expectations and risks of TPSS Co-op Board members, and I affirm that I will fulfill my obligations diligently, loyally, and prudently. I pledge to sign the required confidentiality agreement.

Electronic Signature Date

I agree that TPSS Co-op may verify my qualifications to be a candidate for the Board of Representatives, including verification of TPSS Co-op member status and any TPSS employment status. I agree that TPSS Co-op may use my Nominating Application and photograph for election purposes.

Electronic Signature Date