The success of each GR International group depends on the leadership demonstrated by its Board. Its involvement, consistency, and proper management ensure the continuity of activities, the quality of meetings, and the group’s appeal to both members and guests.
Board members must meet once a month to discuss the needs, follow-ups, issues, or priorities of their group. This meeting may take place before or after a regular meeting. A short and efficient meeting is recommended.
Members holding a Board position are appointed for a 12-month term. They benefit from additional visibility within their group, including strategic positioning at the top of the group page on the GR International website.
A Board member may hold more than one position when necessary. However, the President may not hold any other position.
Members who have served on a Board may benefit from an advantage in GR credits, granted according to the rules established by GR International and available on the website. The allocation of GR credits may take into account involvement, attendance, recruitment, group development, and compliance with the responsibilities related to the position held.
The President provides overall leadership for the group and ensures that meetings run smoothly.
Main responsibilities:
Ensure that guests are properly welcomed and supported upon arrival.
Supervise and lead meetings with energy, professionalism, and consistency.
Transmit relevant information regarding the group to GR International.
Lead by example through involvement, attitude, leadership, and active participation.
Actively recruit new members for the group in available business sectors, according to availability.
Ensure that the Vice-President replaces them in case of absence and promptly notify the concerned members.
Propose or approve a candidate for the Vice-President position in order to maintain strong collaboration in the management of the group and the Board.
The Vice-President directly supports the President and contributes to the stability of the group.
Main responsibilities:
Replace the President in their duties during an absence.
Assist the President during meetings.
Manage the timing of the different meeting sections, including the welcome message, the GR toolbox, announcements, and presentations.
Support the Board in welcoming, integrating, and following up with new members.
Recruit and supervise, when needed, the other Board members.
Coordinate the active recruitment of new members in available business sectors, according to availability.
Ensure replacement in case of absence and notify the other Board members.
The Secretary-Treasurer ensures essential administrative follow-up after each meeting.
Main responsibilities:
Enter the meeting information in the meeting form provided by GR International.
Obtain complete guest information in order to complete the required follow-up.
Collect, if applicable, amounts related to participation fees for certain activities, group budgets, or fundraising campaigns.
Submit meeting information within a maximum of 1 hour following the meeting.
Assist guests who wish to become members in completing their registration.
Plan presentations or content scheduled for upcoming meetings, according to the group’s needs.
Actively recruit new members for the group in available business sectors, according to availability.
Ensure replacement in case of absence and notify the other Board members. It is important that the meeting follow-up be completed by another Board member.
The Greeter ensures that guests are properly welcomed, informed, and integrated into the GR experience.
Main responsibilities:
Coordinate upcoming guests in order to properly prepare the group to welcome them.
Send a welcome message to guests as soon as their attendance is confirmed, using GR International communication templates.
Be present at least 15 minutes before the start of each meeting.
For in-person meetings, request two business cards from each guest and give one to the President and one to the Secretary-Treasurer before the meeting begins.
For virtual meetings, ensure that the necessary visitor information is transmitted to the Secretary-Treasurer.
Remind guests that a non-member may only visit the network once, unless an exception is approved by GR International.
Ensure that GR policies regarding business category representation are applied when seat exclusivity applies.
Actively recruit new members for the group in available business sectors, according to availability.
Ensure replacement in case of absence and notify the other Board members.
The Public Relations representative contributes to the visibility of the group, its members, and its activities.
Main responsibilities:
Promote the group and its members on social media, media platforms, or channels authorized by GR International.
Publish or share the positions being sought within the group.
Highlight GR toolboxes, events, special meetings, and group initiatives.
Help maintain a professional, dynamic, and positive image of the group.
Encourage members to participate in the group’s collective visibility.
The Independent Agent contributes to the development of the network through recruitment, referrals, and the creation of opportunities.
Main responsibilities:
Actively and continuously recruit for their group or any other GR International group.
Contribute to recruitment by collaborating with group members or supporting them in their efforts.
Identify and propose new recruitment strategies.
Participate in events likely to generate recruitment opportunities.
Promote the development of new business relationships within the GR network.
The Independent Agent may collaborate with a group or a Board but is not necessarily a voting member of the Board.
The Ambassador contributes to the positive outreach of GR International and acts as a trusted representative with members, guests, and potential partners.
Main responsibilities:
Promote the image, values, and mission of GR International.
Welcome, guide, and support certain members or guests as needed.
Encourage connections between groups, members, and opportunities within the network.
Participate in the visibility and credibility of GR International during targeted events or activities.
Act as a positive link between GR International, the groups, and the business community.
The District Manager role no longer exists. It is replaced by the role of Business Development Director (DIR).
The Business Development Director supports the growth, quality, and development of GR International groups.
Main responsibilities:
Promote the mission, vision, and values of GR International.
Be actively involved in the development of groups and the network.
Support Board members in their roles and responsibilities.
Promote team spirit within groups and between groups.
Encourage referral, introduction, and collaboration opportunities.
Participate in the development of new members, partners, and business opportunities.
Visit different groups or events when relevant.
Contribute to membership sales, network development, and the growth of GR International.
Communicate identified priorities, anticipate needs, and support teams in order to maintain the quality of GR International’s service.
The Business Development Director plays a strategic role in understanding teams, business interconnections, and the network’s development potential. This person helps strengthen member engagement, group viability, and the implementation of a collaborative culture focused on results.
The GR Corpo role directly represents GR International’s head office with designated groups, members, or teams.
Main responsibilities:
Act as an official representative of GR International in specific contexts.
Communicate directions, information, or priorities from head office.
Support groups or teams when required by GR International.
Ensure consistency between head office decisions and actions in the field.
Contribute to the quality, compliance, and professionalism of the GR experience.
GR Corpo acts in the overall interest of GR International and may intervene according to operational, strategic, or administrative needs determined by head office.
Only GR International members may be entrusted with a position on a Board.
Board positions or interim positions may be assigned by GR International or by a person authorized by head office.
The President or interim Board of the group conducts the election of Board positions and completes the necessary information to notify head office of any changes.
Members may apply for all available positions.
A candidate is elected by acclamation if they are the only person to submit their candidacy for a given position.
A member leaving the Board may apply again in order to continue their mandate.
If two or more candidates apply for the same position, the other members vote for the candidate of their choice by show of hands or by secret ballot.
In the event of a tie, a second round of voting by secret ballot is suggested. Votes are then collected and counted by the Secretary-Treasurer.
In the event of a second tie, a random draw will determine the elected candidate.
To resign from a position, the member must provide a resignation letter to the Vice-President four weeks in advance.
For the position of Group President, it is strongly recommended to have a local entrepreneur who has been a member of the group for at least six months and who is familiar with the information, procedures, and operation of the GR International formula.
The annual election process takes place between January 15 and February 15 of each year.
If a Board was established less than 90 days before the annual election period, the group may renew the same Board for the current year, provided that this decision is accepted by the individuals concerned and validated according to GR International rules.