Call to Order (:07 PM EDT by Chairman Peter Pao

IFSEA- SPECIAL

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

December 10, 2007

Present: Peter Pao, Rick Diaz, Bill Leonard, Virginia Schroeder, Dave Kinney, Dr. Eloise Cantrell, Barbara Sadler, Fred Wright, Pat Beach, Ed Manley, Emlyn Thomas, Special Guest, Edgar DeGasper, Larry Brown,

Call to order (:07 PM EDT by Chairman Peter Pao.

Chairman’s Report: Peter asked Larry Brown to give the Management Search Committee report. Larry sent the report by e-mail and asked if anyone needed clarification on any point. Larry said there were five proposals submitted. The vote was 3-2 for Rocky Mountain Events.

Peter thanked the committee for their hard work. A motion was made by Dave Kinney to accept the recommendation of the Management Committee. Seconded by Barbara Sadler. The vote was unanimous for Rocky Mountain Events.

Peter asked when the starting date would be for RME. Ed Manley’s contract will continue through June 30, 2008 and Judy Manley’s contract will continue through July, 2008. Ed Manley said that he would assist with the training of RME. April 1st would be the start date for RME. Ed also mentioned that RME would assist with some duties at the Annual Conference in Denver, to acquaint them with IFSEA.

Pater Pao will notify Freddie Templeton of the decision to hire RME.

Peter stated that the following people have announced their candidcy for April election of officers:

1. Rick Diaz, Chairman

2. Patrick Beach, Chair-elect

It was also announced that the 2012 IFSEA Conference was booked at the Town & Country Hotel in San Diego, CA.

Fred Wright requested more bios for those interested in mentoring Junior Executives attending the Denver Conference and is requesting the same from the Junior Executives.

Chairman-Elect Report: Rick Diaz announced the 2008 Conference is proceeding as planned, but still has three positions open for speakers. Dr. Cantrell offered to fill in if needed.

Treasurer’s Report: The current financial statement was electronically submitted with the 2008 proposed budget. A motion was made and seconded by Dr. Cantrell to accept the 2008 budget. Approved.

Treasurer’s Note: On behalf of the EC and the IFSEA organization, the Treasurer would like to express a sincere note of gratitude to Ed Manley for his extra effort and time it took to reformat the finances and development of the 2008 budget.

President’s Report: Ed Manley reported that the 2008 certifications already booked are significantly ahead of last year. The Navy has paid $3,000.00 towards their certification program. The Taiwan Chapter is reopening.

Membership Chair Report: Emlyn Thomas suggested that more advertising of the yearly Conference is needed as a tool for new membership. Various magazines were suggested.

Branch Presidents’ Council: Patrick Beach reported as of this date 70 people will be attending the Denver Conference. He is calling each Branch President bi-monthly to encourage attendance.

Junior Executive Council – No Report

Old Business: By-laws and Cookbook recommendations will be made at the next meeting. The by-laws need to be submitted 60 days prior to annual meeting.

New Business – None

Next Board Call January 14, 2008, 9:00 PM EST