• Understand the organization's mission, purposes, goals, policies, programs, services, strengths and needs.
• Serve in leadership positions or undertake special assignments.
• Represent the interests of members and take ultimate responsibility in the success and long-term direction of the organization.
• Participate in and approve the Region’s strategic plan.
• Participate in Region Teamwork and Training session when scheduled.
• Approve the annual Region budget.
• Serve and represent the Organization’s point of view.
• Prepare and provide written materials for meetings as appropriate.
• Be willing to speak freely and to frankly express opinions internally – but to work with a goal of reaching consensus. Subsequently, when an issue has been decided, to represent the organization as a whole by speaking with a unified voice.
• Maintain confidentiality of Board executive sessions, and speak for the Board or organization only when authorized to do so.
• The Region Board cannot use national staff for special projects without prior consultation and approval by the CEO.
• Read and understand the Region’s financial statements
• Avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a sense of fairness.

If chosen for Region Board service, I hereby attest that I meet the requirements stated regarding the experience, the skills, and the time commitment required to fulfill this responsibility. I hereby attest that I have read the Responsibilities detailed above. I am prepared to serve and I agree that, if selected, I am completely committed to said responsibilities of Region Board service. I accept and understand the requirements and expectations set forth by the Region Board of Directors, and NAPFA staff.