Applications for 2026-27
FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra Board of Directors
The Nominating Committee of FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra is asking you to consider putting your name in for a position on the FRIENDS Board of Directors. If you have an interest in education and music then serving on the FRIENDS board could be the perfect opportunity for you!
The Board has a President, President-elect, and directors, who meet once each month. Each director has a committee that usually meets once between board meetings. Director positions are a two-year term.
Positions open on the FRIENDS Board include:
Director of Development: The Co-Directors of Development are responsible for leading fundraising efforts to benefit the FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra, collaborating closely with the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers to strategize, plan, and execute annual fundraising events and campaigns.
Directors of Education: The Co-Directors of Education are responsible for overseeing the educational programs of the FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra, ensuring their successful execution and continual improvement. Kinder Konzerts in the Hall, Kinder Konzerts On the Road and Accent Co-chairs are not on the Board but are part of the Education Committee. Ann Lahm is KK program manager.
Directors of Marketing: The Co-Directors of Marketing/Communications are responsible for leading the FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra efforts in communication, public relations, and marketing strategy. FRIENDS hires a website manager for newsletter, event signups, and membership roster.
Director of Membership: The Director of Membership Engagement is a key leadership role responsible for fostering a vibrant, active, and growing membership base for the FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra with person-to-person contact, and membership events.
Board Member at Large: Board Member at Large plays a vital role in the governance and strategic leadership of the FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra organization, allowing for flexibility in contributing to various aspects of the organization’s operations. They choose an area of interest to serve.
The Treasurer serves as an Executive Committee member and key officer of the FRIENDS of the Minnesota Orchestra organization, responsible for overseeing financial management and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. This position leads the Finance and Investment Committee and plays an integral role in guiding the organization’s fiscal health and long-term financial strategy. Ann Lahm uses QuickBooks to record income and expenses.
The Secretary serves as an Executive Committee member and essential officer on the Board of Directors, holding primary responsibility for accurate record-keeping, documentation, and organizational compliance. In addition to traditional secretarial duties, this role carries a critical function in Human Resources (HR) management. Ann Lahm takes the minutes.
As a Nominating Committee, we believe that you have a lot to offer. And volunteers make such good FRIENDS!
For job descriptions in areas of interest, additional information or questions, please contact Linda Bartling, lindabartling@friendsofmnorch.org or Cindy Olmanson cindyolmanson@gmail.com, Nominating Co Chairs.
If you are interested in applying for any of the above position, please fill out this form below and someone from the nominating committee will reach out to you soon.