2025 Call for Applications: Join the WETechAlliance Board of Directors

WETechAlliance Board of Directors Recruitment Overview

WETechAlliance is reaching out for individuals who have the skills and passion to align with its mission and vision, inviting them to join the Board of Directors. The organization’s mission is to support tech and innovation-based companies in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent, helping them start, sell, and scale effectively. The vision aims to establish a sustainable and diverse economy that attracts top talent, businesses, and investment, while creating a robust environment for innovative firms globally.

Director Responsibilities:

Directors are expected to engage actively in the organization's governance and commitments, which include:

• Attending five board meetings annually and participating in an orientation session.
• Participating in at least two WEtech events each year.
• Supporting involvement in at least one corporate committee and potentially chairing one as needed.
• Being open to leadership roles, considering positions such as Chair, Co-Vice Chair, and Treasurer.

Key Roles of the Board:

The primary responsibilities of the Board of Directors consist of:

• Setting and monitoring the organization’s strategic direction and policies.
• Providing strategic leadership to ensure organizational effectiveness.
• Developing and approving essential policies and procedures.
• Maintaining mutual accountability and promoting shared decision-making.
• Overseeing compliance with agreements and relevant legislation.
• Ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective use of resources.
• Assessing the impact of outcomes from programs and services.
• Recruiting, hiring, and establishing performance expectations for the President and CEO.

Eligibility Criteria:

WETechAlliance values diverse perspectives and experiences. It emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its board composition and seeks candidates that reflect the demographic diversity of the region. Eligible candidates should:

• Be founders or professionals in sectors including medhealth, digital media, information technology, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, mobility, cleantech, or agritech.
• Be actively engaged in the tech and innovation community within Windsor-Essex or Chatham-Kent.
• Have experience in corporate governance, legal, HR, finance, or CEO and COO roles, which would be advantageous.

Application Timeline:

The application process follows a set timeline:

• Application Launch: May 1
• Application Deadline: May 31
• Nominating Committee Review Period: June 6–20
• Shortlisting for Interviews: Week of June 23
• Interviews for Shortlisted Candidates: July 1–11
• Outcome Communication: Week of July 28

Due to expected high application volumes, only those selected for interviews will be notified. This is an open call, meaning board vacancies will be filled as appropriate, and all applicants will be informed of the final decision made by the Board and Nominating Committee.

The deadline to apply is May 31 at 11:59 PM. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their expressions of interest to be considered for this vital role in shaping the future of tech and innovation in the region.

For further details, prospective members can pursue the application link provided.