Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, May 5, 2021

 

WEST POINT SOCIETY OF DENVER

Board of Directors Meeting

MINUTES OF MEETING – Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Meeting conducted remotely via Zoom

 

1.      Call to order – Joel Martin at 11:34 AM

a.      Eleven voting board members in attendance, making a quorum.

b.      Board members attending: Chad Dalton, Joel Martin, Sam Thiessen, Jace Johnson, Andy Benson, Steve Best, Bob Walcott, Cory Wroblewski, Lou Schroeder, David Jackson, Mike Euperio

 

2.      Secretary’s Report/Approval of Minutes

a.      Minutes from the March 3, 2021 board of directors meeting were approved 11-0.

 

3.      2021 Programs & Events

a.      Admissions-Jace expects to fill 2-3 tables at Founder's Day, 6 declines this year (highest in a long time)

b.      Distinguished Society Award-As soon as we host Founders Day, the Society should meet requirements for Distinguished Society

c.      Young Grad Engagement-Cory looking to host HH in 1st /2nd week of June

d.      Golf Tournament-August 13 at 0800; want to change name of trophy to Hickland-Rendall-Blumberg Cup

e.      Lindy Blackburn's Memorial Service will be 5/21/21

4.      Founders Day 2021

a.      3 donated meals for cadet candidates, round tables vs. rectangle tables

b.      Jace donated some swag, MG St Onge potentially could be keynote (10 min talk), menu selection same as years past (flank steak, salmon), no door prizes, dessert at the table

c.      GM asked for email of videos so they can be loaded on U Club laptop

d.      Toasts - Steve Best (Commander in Chief), Bob Walcott (Army), Lou Schroeder, Chad Dalton (The Corps), Mary St Onge (Loved Ones)

e.      Need approval on the official program

f.       Bill Petty - Oldest Grad Speaker, Katie Wilson - Youngest Grad Speaker

g.      46 registered as of 5/5

 

The next board meeting will be held July 14, 2021.

The meeting adjourned at 12:22 PM.

Submitted by: Mike Euperio ‘03

Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, March 3, 2021

 

WEST POINT SOCIETY OF DENVER

Board of Directors Meeting

MINUTES OF MEETING – Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Meeting conducted remotely via Zoom

 

1.       Call to order – Joel Martin at 1:00 PM

a.       The board observed a moment of silence for Lindy Blackburn ‘69

b.       Eleven voting board members in attendance, making a quorum.

c.       Board members attending: Dave Jackson, Steve Best, Andy Benson, Cory Wroblewski, Lou Schroeder, Bob Walcott, Jace Johnson, Joel Martin, Tim Griesmer, Katie Wilson, Sam Thiessen

d.       Brian MacDonald joined the meeting while in progress, bringing the total voting members to twelve.

e.       Guest: Guy Higgins, USNA

 

2.       Secretary’s Report/Approval of Minutes – Tim Griesmer

a.       Minutes from the December 2, 2020 board of directors meeting were approved 11-0.

 

3.       AOG Virtual Founders Day – Joel Martin

a.       25 individuals registered for the March 16 Virtual Founder’s Day.

b.       The event offers localized break-out rooms. Steve Best will lead the break-out room for the society.

 

4.       Board Member Roster- Bob Walcott

a.       The board is currently 14 members.

b.       The board reviewed terms that are set to expire in 2021 and possible new candidates for membership.

c.       Officer elections will be held after Founder’s Day.

 

5.       Admissions – Jace Johnson

a.       There are 350 open files with 11 offers made and 3 offers accepted.

b.       The quality of the candidates this year is great.

 

6.       Ethics and Leadership Seminar – Joel Martin

a.       The seminar is cancelled this year due to the COVID pandemic.

 

7.       Distinguished Society Application – Tim Griesmer

a.       Tim Griesmer is working on the DSA and will provide an update to the board.

b.       Company H2 Class of 1973 has been holding a monthly zoom meeting, which can be counted for DSA points.

c.       The board discussed holding a young grad event or a picnic sometime in May or June.

 

8.       Founder’s Day – Andy Benson

a.       The Board discussed several possible iterations for a 2021 Founder’s Day event, including a joint event with the Pike’s Peak chapter, possibly two events, an outdoor event, or an indoor event.

b.       Andy Benson and Katie Wilson will assess possible venues and options and report back to the board.

 

9.       Treasurer’s Report & Budget Review – Brian MacDonald

a.       Treasurer’s report was approved 12-0.

b.       The board reviewed the updated society budget and updated several line items. The budget was approved 12-0.

 

10.   Membership Update – Brian MacDonald

a.       Total paid memberships increased by 2.

b.       Total lifetime memberships increased by 4.

 

11.   2019 & 2020 Society Financial Review

a.       Tim Griesmer will conduct the financial reviews.

 

The next board meeting will be held May 5, 2021.

The meeting adjourned at 2:28 PM.

Submitted by: Tim Griesmer ‘02