THE EAB

OUR EAB MISSION

We, the Executive Advisory Board, believe that SPU’s School of Business, Government, and Economics plays a uniquely valuable role in the lives of its students for the benefit of our broader community.

SBGE serves students who desire moral, relationship-based business education that is both ‘timeless’ and ‘timely’; that is grounded in 21st century ethical problem-solving; that prepares students to launch into today’s job market, well positioned for long-term professional growth and community impact.

The mission of the Executive Advisory Board is thus to provide perspective, strategic support, sustainable resources, and significant relationship while serving as advocates for faculty and students in collaboration with the Dean.

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS MEMBERS of the executive advisory board

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS MEMBERS OF THE EXECUTIVE ADVISORY BOARD

To achieve our EAB mission, we individually and collectively commit as EAB members to:

• Building mutually beneficial partnerships with employers, community members, and alumni to strengthen the connection between an SBGE education and the workplace

• Supporting SBGE’s strategic plan and initiatives through designated committee work, thereby serving as a valued resource to the dean;

• Sharing our business and professional acumen with faculty, staff, and students by participating in the classroom, engaging in mentorship, and sponsoring real-world learning experiences;

• Providing direct financial support to SBGE through our EAB dues, while also seeking additional sustainable funding sources for SBGE;

• Enjoying the life-long learning opportunities and sense of community available to us by fully engaging as EAB members;

• Appreciating the positive social impacts nurtured by SBGE, along with the support role we play as EAB members in creating them.

EAB MEMBER EXPECtATIONS

• One three-year fully committed term, with an optional second term for those interested at the invitation of the Executive Leadership Team.

• Membership on one committee; active participation in its work.

• Attendance at least three out of four quarterly EAB meetings.

• Service as a classroom speaker, student mentor, and/or faculty advisor.

• Advocate for SPU’s SBGE to the surrounding business community.

• Assistance in securing sustainable external resources for SBGE.

• Contribution of $1,000 per year to SBGE through EAB annual dues.

   executive leadership team EXPECTATIONS

• One three-year fully committed term, with an optional second term for those interested at the invitation of the ELT President and SBGE Dean.

• Direct resource to the Dean, including assistance with SBGE’s strategic plan.

• Chair of one committee; responsible for aligning committee goals with EAB priorities and SBGE’s initiatives and overseeing the committee’s work.

• Attendance at least 75% of Executive Leadership Meetings, held every 6-8 weeks.

• Assistance in planning and leading quarterly EAB meetings as needed.

• Assistance in the development of the EAB membership body as ongoing advocates for SBGE, including identification and development of potential future members of the Executive Leadership Team.

• Assistance with recruitment of new EAB and ELT members, with a strong focus on diversity, equity and inclusion.

The EAB fulfills its mission through working committees.  An Executive Leadership Team member and EAB members work directly with SBGE Faculty and Staff to fulfill the goals of SBGE’s Initiatives.
*Active Committees as of Jan 2023