Understanding Member Committees
Committees are empowered by the Cooperative's Board of Directors to set strategy, make critical decisions, and suggest policy changes on behalf of the Cooperative.
Member committees are working groups of both members and non-members approved to do work (and in some cases make decisions) on behalf of the cooperative's membership. These groups are a great way for you to get plugged in to what the cooperative is doing and learn valuable skills along the way.
Committees are approved by the Board of Directors and "chaired" or led by a member of the Board of Directors. They generally have a rotating set of members. Below are the current list of Member Committees:
The Culture Committee
The Culture Committee’s work fosters solidarity within the cooperative by assessing, reflecting, and facilitating our member’s development through storytelling, programs, frameworks, and initiatives. This group is tasked with holding all members (especially the cooperative's leadership) accountable to our shared values.
View the Culture Committee Archive
To join the Culture Committee, contact Joseph Cureton - joseph@obran.org
Governance Committee
The Governance Committee is responsible for reviewing and strengthening our governing procedures with an emphasis on member engagement and participation. The committee is responsible for building pathways for all members to participate in our democratic process.
View the Governance Committee Archive
To join the Governance Committee, contact Greg Beyna - greg@obran.org
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Committee
The Mergers and Acquisitions Committee assists the Board of Directors by overseeing and providing direction and advice to management with respect to potential mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other related strategic transactions.
View the M&A Committee Archive
To join the M&A Committee, contact Joseph Cureton - joseph@obran.org
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is charged with assisting the Board in growing and safeguarding our members' assets, while delivering on the Cooperative's mission. This committee helps the cooperative leadership set financial goals and holds them accountable to budgets.
To join the Finance Committee, contact Joseph Cureton - joseph@obran.org
Group Advisory Boards
Each Group Business (an industry-specific holding company, e.g., Obran Health) creates an Advisory Committee composed of external experts and advisors. This body helps the leadership team of each Obran vertical make strategic decisions grounded in their deep industry knowledge and expertise.
View Obran Health Advisory Board
Coming Soon:
View Obran Employment Services Advisory Board
View Obran Media Advisory Board
View Obran Real Estate Advisory Board
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