How to Join the Board of Directors
Mountain Avenue Market is always looking for energetic and caring member-owners who would like to join our Board! Ideal candidates shop our store and understand the cooperative business model. Previous experience in retail and/or service on a not-for-profit Board is especially needed and appreciated. Board terms run for three years, and compensation (on top of good vibes from helping our Market!) comes in the form of an unlimited 20% discount on purchases here.
Each fall, the current Board announces how many seats are open. Interested member-owners are invited to fill out the application (below), telling a bit about themselves and sharing just why they’d like to serve the co-op in this capacity. There is time devoted at the annual member-owner meeting (typically around the third weekend in October) for candidates to introduce themselves to the membership prior to a vote. Prospective Board members’ applications are also posted in the store for shoppers to read.
The first three weeks of November comprise the co-op’s voting window. Member-owners can pick up a ballot in the store and cast it for their top favorites!
Occasionally, there is an unexpected vacancy on the Board at which point the current sitting Board can “appoint” a member at large to fill that spot. If you are interested in serving on the Board at any time, feel free to contact our staff or Board to express your interest. Thank you!