Re: [tdf-discuss] Question to BOD candidates

Hi Drew,

drew wrote on 2011-09-23 22:34:

> I note that a number (perhaps all) of the folks declaring to run for a
> BOD seat have mentioned their desire to help with the 'daily
> operations'.
>
> Would any (all perhaps) of you please describe what you perceive as
> those daily operations to entail?

indeed, that's a good question. I tried to raise some awareness about 
that in my blog posting at 
http://blog.documentfoundation.org/2011/07/13/what-does-it-mean-to-be-in-the-board-of-directors/

Basically, it is about having an overview what is going on, on taking 
care of legal matters (trademarks, ensuring our web presence fits the 
local laws, ensuring license compliance, tax stuff, contact with local 
authorities) and on keeping the whole Foundation running. This also 
involves taking care of the budget, ensuring we have enough reserve and 
do not run out of money.

It's very similar to what any manager of a corporation has to deal with, 
since TDF will have worldwide activities, and many stakeholders 
involved. You don't have to do everything yourself, but you have to wear 
the hat and have an overview. Like, if you are not firm in doing tax 
declarations on your own, you can contract an external professional - 
but you need to be aware you have to do so. ;)

Florian

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