Governance and Duties of President

1. In consultation with the Board of Directors, arranges all meetings of the Association (except committee meetings) and publishes notices of those meetings in advance. Draws up agendas for business meetings of the Board held during the year, the Annual General Membership Meeting, and any special meetings of the Association.
2. Presides at all meetings of the Association, except those of committees.
3. Is ex-officio voting member of all committees.
4. Is a signing officer of the Association together with the Treasurer, the Vice-President and the Executive Director and serves on the Finance and the Executive Committee and convenes the Personnel Committee.
5. Presents a report at the Annual General Meeting, and at the Fall Meeting, if one is held.
6. Writes a “President’s Message” for each issue of Forum.
7. Appoints committee convenors in consultation with the Board of Directors, except where noted.
8. Serves in a liaison capacity with other organizations.
9. Prepares a report for every meeting of the Board of Directors.
10. Represents the Association to the media, to other Associations, and other formal capacities.

From the SLA Board Governance Handbook, Section 4.1