Which new ideas would you implement during your tenure as Treasurer?

• A. Sustainable dues increase method to support global growth
• B. Enhanced finance training during or after BOD orientation
• C. Institute requests from councils for expenditure timelines related to Strategic Plan
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is that a Treasurer can strengthen the organization by pursuing a combination of revenue stability, governance capability, and strategic alignment. Implementing a sustainable dues increase method helps ensure there is steady funding to support global growth, so financial planning can be forward-looking rather than reactive. Adding enhanced finance training during or after Board of Directors orientation boosts financial literacy and governance effectiveness, enabling better oversight and more informed decisions. Establishing a process for councils to provide expenditure timelines tied to the Strategic Plan creates transparency and accountability, ensuring spending aligns with strategic priorities and deadlines.

Bringing all three ideas together creates a cohesive approach where revenue, leadership capability, and strategic governance reinforce one another. Focusing on only one aspect would leave gaps—for example, stable funding without skilled oversight, or strong training without a clear link between spending and strategy. So the best choice is to implement all of these initiatives.