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6 people are interested
Dallas/Fort Worth Summit Challenge Cycling Committee
ORGANIZATION: Autism Speaks
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6 people are interested
Autism Speaks Summit Challenge
Chair, Cycling Committee
Volunteer - One/Two Year Term
Reports to Summit Challenge Standing Committee Chair
About Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. We do this through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation, and advances in care for autistic individuals and their families.
About Autism Speaks Summit Challenge
The Summit Challenge is a two-day mega-event that convenes the autism community to accelerate collaboration, innovation, and critical fundraising. βIn spring 2025, the event will debut in five markets: Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, and St. Louis. β
Day One - the Summit - brings together critical voices from all parts of the autism community. The format features content tracks that will ensure free-flowing ideas and foster collaboration. The day opens with an engaging panel session, features an expo throughout, and ends with a rousing reception that concludes the Summit and kicks off the Challenge. β
Day Two - the Challenge - gets the autism community off and running to raise critical funds, drive awareness and foster inclusion and belonging. With walk, run and ride events, as well as a fun festival site and resource fair, there’s something for everyone.
Event Chair Characteristics:
Commitment to Autism Speaks mission
Commitment to follow Autism Speaks event policies and protocols
Knowledge of local community
Strong leadership, delegation, and communication skills
Respect and understanding of staff partner role
Strong time management skills
Role Description
The Chair will work with the Summit Challenge Chair and Autism Speaks staff to develop and oversee the planning and implementation of the Autism Speaks Summit Challenge cycling fundraising event. The main function of their role will be to oversee the effective functioning of the Cycling Committee, serve as an advisor to staff partner(s) and support the event's execution, strategic vision and financial goal
Responsibilities
Demonstrate leadership
Support and influence the vision and direction of Autism Speaks Summit Challenge Cycling event
Establish and build a strong working relationship with Autism Speaks staff partners and committee members
Partner with Summit Challenge Chair and Autism Speaks staff on cycling committee member recruitment, orientation and onboarding process
Serve as the primary liaison between the committee and Summit Challenge Steering Committee and staff partners
Utilize personal & professional networks to develop potential partnership opportunities and secure event participation and sponsorships
Chair committee meetings, inform meeting agendas
Encourage participant registration within personal & professional networks as appropriate
Attend Autism Speaks Summit Challenge event in spring 2025
Effectively coach committee members to fulfil their duties and responsibilities as appropriate
Effectively monitor committee/subcommittee progress
Mediate any conflicts within the committee, escalate if/when necessary
Serve as an ambassador for the cause and organization in the community for recruitment efforts, media opportunities and overall community presence of Autism Speaks
Qualifications
- Must be located in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex
Previous experience volunteering as a part of a not for profit/ health charity committee
Experience leading or supporting charity fundraising events or experience with cycling events
Strong understanding of fundraising
Willingness to leverage personal & professional networks to develop partnership opportunities and secure event sponsorships
Strong attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills
Experience working with people with diverse backgrounds
Interest in working with and supporting individuals and families impacted by autism
Ability to attend in-person meetings every month and commit an estimated 8-10 hours monthly, will expand as event draws closer
More opportunities with Autism Speaks
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Autism Speaks
Location:
3000 Custer Road, Ste 270 #415, Plano, TX 75075, US
Mission Statement
Autism Speaks enhances lives today and is accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.
Description
Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the lifespan, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Remote in DFW76001
DATE POSTED
May 31, 2024
SKILLS
- Customer Acquisition
- Group Facilitation
- Management
- Bicycling
GOOD FOR
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REQUIREMENTS
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