Understanding Cooperatives
Unit 7 - Mini Cooperative Business Experience


Handout 7.7 - First Board Meeting Agenda

 1. Call meeting to order (temporary chairperson).

 2. Introduction of board members.

 3. Elect officers of board.

 4. Officers take elected positions (President then runs meeting).

 5. Discuss need for incorporating and approve stock certificate and membership card.

 6. Discuss need for a manager.

 7. Authorize hiring a manager.

 8. Discuss hiring procedure.

 9. Set any policies.

10. Plan next membership meeting.

11. Other items related to the operation of the cooperative.

12. Adjourn.
 



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