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===What is the difference between a director and an officer?=== | ===What is the difference between a director and an officer?=== | ||
A director is a person in charge of managing, or supervising the management of the activities and internal affairs of a non-profit. Directors are elected by the | A director is a person in charge of managing, or supervising the management of the activities and internal affairs of a non-profit. Directors are elected or appointed in accordance with the non-profit's bylaws. Directors are usually elected by the members. | ||
Officers are directors who have been given specific responsibilities. These roles are usually president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. The directors with these responsibilities are often referred to as the executive. | Officers are directors who have been given specific responsibilities. These roles are usually president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. The directors with these responsibilities are often referred to as the executive. | ||