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Committees of the Arizona Women's Golf Association
Standing Committees
Executive Committee
Finance Committee
Financial Advisory Sub-Committee
Nominating committee
Tournament Committee
Tournament Operations Committee
Sites Committee
Rules Committee
Rules Operations Committee
Handicap Committee
Communications Committee
Course Rating Committee
Membership Committee
Volunteer Development Committee
Education & Training Committee
Public Relations Committee
Strategic Planning Committee
Special Committees
Sponsorship Committee
History Committee
Documentation Control Committee
Junior Golf Committee
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee consists of the President, who Chairs the Committee, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer of the AWGA. They are elected by the Board of Directors annually to serve a one year term. All officers may succeed themselves, except the President who is limited to two one-year terms. The purpose of the Executive Committee is to execute all powers and perform all functions of the Board when necessary.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee consists of the Treasurer, who Chairs the Committee, the President, Executive Director, and one other member appointed by the Chair. Its purpose is to assist with preparation of the annual budget and recommend fiscal policy of the Board of Directors.
Financial Advisory Sub-Committee
The Financial Advisory is a Sub-Committee of the Finance Committee and consists of persons with professional expertise in the field of finance. Its purpose is to review the investment and cash flow management strategies of the association and make recommendations to the Finance Committee for maximum effective management of Association Funds.
Tournament Committee
The Tournament Committee conducts State Championships, Association tournaments and other special tournaments. It is charged with presenting tournament administration workshops, and offering advice and/or assistance with USGA, district and member clubs tournaments.
Tournament Operations Committee
The Tournament Operations Committee assists with the conduct of AWGA tournaments. Members of this committee are trained in all aspects of the tournament administration.
Sites Committee
The Sites Committee selects and negotiates for sites and dates for AWGA tournaments and other events.
Rules Committee
The Rules Committee members volunteer to serve as Rules Officials at AWGA tournaments, present Rules of Golf workshops, and serve as Rules Officials at other outside tournaments on behalf of the Association.
Rules Operations Committee
Consisting of the only most experienced and knowledgeable members of the Rules Committee, this group of volunteers assists in establishing procedures and policies and setting guidelines for the functioning of the Rules Committee.
Handicap Committee
The Handicap Committee oversees the operation of the Association’s Handicap service, insuring that it is operated in full compliance with the requirements of the USGA Handicap System.
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee advises and assists the staff in areas pertaining to the Association web page, newsletter, club directory, as well as individual member and member club communications.
Course Rating Committee
The Course Rating Committee rates Arizona courses for play by women in accordance with the USGA Course Rating System. In addition, they work with the Membership and Sites committees to enhance club participation with AWGA.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee assists clubs with membership growth, seek new member clubs and assists with their development. In addition, this committee increases awareness of the Arizona Women’s Golf Association among Arizona Golfers.
Volunteer Development Committee
The Volunteer Development committee develops tools and procedures for recruiting, training, utilizing, acknowledging and retiring the Arizona Women’s Golf Association’s volunteers.
Education & Training Committee
The Education and Training Committee supports the technical education of members, staff and volunteer by assisting committees with seminars, presentations, testing and new educational program development.
Public Relations Committee
The Public Relations committee promotes the AWGA nationally and locally through the media and relationship development with other golf related entities and within the business and public community.
Strategic Planning Committee
The Strategic Planning Committee creates and maintains a Strategic Plan for the Association, as approved by the Association Board of Directors.
Sponsorship Committee
The Sponsorship Committee Chair is responsible for securing dollars or merchandise to offset expenses for the AWGA in return for promotions for sponsors.
History Committee
The History Committee maintains a complete history of the structure and activities of the association. They represent the AWGA on the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame Committee for annual inductees.
Documentation Control Committee
The Document Control Committee outlines and manages the operations manual project. This Committee recommends the addition of and drafts new policies and job descriptions. Reviews bylaws and standing rules for consistency and makes recommendations for revisions.
Junior Golf Committee
The Junior Golf Committee evaluates and recommends policy regarding junior members, junior golf fundraising, sponsorships and conducts support projects.
