The document outlines the constitution and bylaws of the Sales Centre Alumni Society (SCAS). Key details include: - SCAS serves graduates of The Schey Sales Centre at Ohio University and aims to provide professional networking, continuous learning, student development and social engagement. - Membership is open to all graduates of the sales center. The SCAS Board consists of various director roles and is responsible for governing the society. - Meetings, amendments, duties and ethics are established to guide the operations and decision-making of the SCAS Board as they work to support the sales center alumni network and further the mission of the organization.

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CONSTITUTION & BYLAWS
of the
The Sales Centre Alumni
Society
to
The Schey Sales Centre at Ohio University
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CONSTITUTION & BYLAWS
Article I
Name
The name of this organization shall be the Sales Centre Alumni Society (SCAS).
Article II
Purpose
Section 1 SCAS shall deliver the ultimate alumni experience through professional networking, continuous learning,
student development and social engagement ~ Mission Statement
Section 2 SCAS shall serve all graduates of The Schey Sales Centre at Ohio University (TSC).
Section 3 SCAS shall act as a liaison between TSC Alumni and the Candidate Advisory Council (CAC) & the
Professional Sales Advisory Board (PSAB).
Section 4 SCAS shall help TSC achieve its mission and vision.
Article III
SCAS Membership
Section 1 Only graduates of TSC shall be eligible to become a member of SCAS.
Section 2 SCAS Membership
2.1 TSC graduates may join by submitting contact information and request communications from SCAS to the
SCAS Membership Director, Chair, or Vice-Chairs.
A. Contact information shall at least include a name and e-mail address of the Alumnus, but may
include Name, address, phone number, e-mail, and physical mailing address.
2.2 SCAS Membership will be reviewed annually to gauge interest and desire, while considering SCAS resources
2.3 Each SCAS Member will have the option to be an Active Member or In-active Member
A. In-Active Member is defined as a member who is receiving communications and updates from
SCAS and does not contribute financially or in-kind to SCAS, including but not limited to
attending SCAS Events
B. Active Member is defined as a member who receives communications and updates from SCAS,
contributes financially, with gifts-in-kind (if applicable), and attends SCAS-sponsored Events &
SCASB meetings (as time permits).
Section 3 SCAS members shall be represented on the SCAS Board

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3.1 There shall be one collective vote representing each SCAS territory
3.2 The collective vote shall be cast by the appointed Chairperson
3.3 Section 2 of the Bylaws outlines the responsibilities of SCAS Board members.
Section 4 Dismissal of SCAS Board Members
4.1 In the case that a member fails to maintain professionalism or fulfill their responsibilities of membership, a
motion in writing may be made to the SCAS Chair or Vice-Chairs to dismiss the member by any TSC alumni
or executive staff.
4.2 Dismissal procedures must commence at the next scheduled SCAS Board meeting.
4.3 The proposed dismissed member may defend him/herself for a period of five minutes at the beginning of the
meeting.
4.4 The dismissed member may not be present during the impeachment vote.
4.5 The SCAS Board dismissal vote shall be done via a vote during a call (verbal), email, or by handwritten vote
and counted by the Chair.
4.6 A motion to dismiss passes when approved by a two-thirds majority of the SCAS Board.
4.7 As stated in Article 5, Section 2.2 of the Bylaws: No Society or Board Member shall be impeached for
unethical actions, behavior, or speech that does not pertain to SCAS, SCAS business, or the position that he
or she holds on SCAS.
Article IV
SCAS Board (SCASB)
Section 1 The SCAS Board (SCASB) and The SCAS Advisory Board (SCAAB)
1.1 From all society members, the following SCASB members shall be selected:
 Chair
o Vice Chair, Candidate Advisory Council
 Philanthropy Director
 Alumni Weekend Director
 Coach & Candidate Director
o Vice Chair, Corporate Advancement
 Project Director
 Recruiting Director
 Corporate Partner Director
 Networking Events Director
o Vice Chair, Alumni
 Finance and Scholarship Director
 Marketing Director
 Fundraising Director
 Membership Director
1.2 All Director Positions may be considered as Co-Director positions per the discretion of the Chair and Vice
Chairs and/or by unanimous vote from the Board
1.3 The SCASB will also form a Sales Centre Alumni Advisory Board (SCAAB) that includes members appointed
by the SCASB.
1.4 Members of the SCASAB must be active Alumni of the Sales Centre and have served a previous leadership role
in the SCAAB
1.5 SCAAB members will serve as advisors to the SCAAB and Chair. They will not have a voting role, but will
help steer the future of the SCASB.
1.6 SCAAB will meet with the Chair 1-2 times per year as set up by the Chair.
1.7 SCAAB members can be dismissed from their duties per Section 4 at any time
1.8 There is no set term for a SCAAB member.
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Section 2 Nomination & Appointment of SCAS Board Members
2.1 Selection of Board Members shall occur at any Board meeting. Either in person or via conference calls.
2.2 All SCAS members are eligible to become Board Members of the SCAS.
2.3 Board Members will be selected by interested members submitting interest in writing to the Chair or Vice-
Chairs at any time during the year.
2.4 Selection will be based on interviews by the SCAS Board members.
2.5 SCAS Board members will choose interested members for positions based on SCAS best interest.
2.6 The CAC Alumni Relations Chair or Co-Chair shall be selected by the CAC.
Section 3 Terms of Office and Succession
3.1 Board Member positions open in a given year shall fully assume office/duties from the Board meeting they
were voted in, with the incumbent Board Members transitioning the newly appointed Board Members
3.2 Board Members shall serve 2 year terms commencing the Board Meeting they were voted in
3.3 It is not recommended that Board Members serve no more than 2 consecutive terms in the same SCASB
position
A. SCASB members may apply to serve on SCASB in a different position after the 2nd
year
B. SCASB member can server longer than 2 years as long as they are voted back into the same position
3.4 The Chair of the SCASB shall serve a 3 year term commencing the Board Meeting they were voted in.
3.5 Voting rights will be transitioned to new Board Members upon the start of New Member's term.
Section 4 Vacancies
4.1 In the case of a vacancy of the Chair, a voted in Vice Chair shall assume the office and duties of the Chair for
the remainder of the term. The vacated Vice Chair shall be filled according to the procedure stated in Article
IV, Section 4.2
4.2 In the case of a vacancy of a Board Member except Chairperson, SCASB shall appoint a replacement for the
remainder of the term or the Vice Chair will pick up the responsibilities of the open position.
Section 5 Dismissal of Board Members
5.1 In the case that a Board Member fails to fulfill the duties of office, a motion may be made by any SCAS
member before SCASB to dismiss the Board Member.
5.2 SCASB will discuss possible removal of the Board Member at the next scheduled SCAS meeting.
5.3 A motion to dismiss the Board Member may be made by any SCASB member in writing to the Chair or
Administrator.
5.4 The proposed dismissed member may defend him/herself for a period of five minutes at the beginning of the
meeting.
5.5 The Board Member in question has the option to be present throughout the dismissal process however may
not participate in the voting for dismissal.
5.6 The SCAS Board dismissal vote shall be done via handwritten paper method and counted by the Chair and
the Administrator.
5.7 A vote to dismiss passes when approved by a two-thirds majority of all remaining SCASB Members.
5.8 The Chair may not vote except in the case of a tie.
5.9 As stated in Article 5, Section 2.2 of the Bylaws: No Society or Board Member shall be impeached for
unethical actions, behavior, or speech that does not pertain to SCAS, SCAS business, or the position that he
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Article V
Meetings
Section 1 Regular Meetings
1.1 SCASB shall determine the frequency of meetings.
1.2 There shall be at least 1 meeting per quarter; however, each committee may meet as needed
1.3 Should a scheduled meeting need to be cancelled, the Chair will contact all Board members at least 24 hours
in advance of the scheduled meeting.
Section 2 Special Meetings
2.1 SCASB shall have the authority to call special meetings.
2.2 If a special meeting is called, a 48 hours notice must be given to all expected attendees.
2.3 Should a special meeting need to be cancelled, the Chair will contact all Board members invited to the special
meeting at least 12 hours in advance of the special meeting.
Section 3 The Chair and Vice Chairs shall meet as needed to fulfill the mission of SCAS.
Section 4 Regular and special meetings are to be considered scheduled meetings.
Article VI
Amendment
Section 1 Amendments to the Constitution
1.1 A motion to amend this constitution may be made before SCAS at any scheduled meetings.
1.2 All motions to amend the constitution shall be approved by at least one member of SCASB.
1.3 An amendment shall be passed by two thirds majority of all present voting representation.
1.4 Review of the constitution will be made annually at the any Board Meeting to ensure all New Board Members
are knowledgeable and allow incumbent members to contribute updates and reminders.
Article I
Board Member Responsibilities
Section 1 Responsibilities of Board Members
1.1 The Chair and Vice Chairs shall serve as the Executive Steering Committee.
1.3 Each Board Member must represent the interests and concerns of Association Members.
1.4 Each Board Member is encouraged to contribute annually to the support of SCAS and or TSC financially
Section 2 Board Job Descriptions
2.1 Job descriptions for roles and responsibilities will be kept in a separate posted document
2.2 Positions may be added, removed, or changed by the Chair to evolve with the demands of the societies
Article II
Executive Director
Section 1 The Executive Director of TSC may attend SCAS scheduled meetings and events.
Section 2 The Executive Director shall serve as a resource and advisor to SCAS.
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Article IV
Attendance
Section 1 Board Members are strongly encouraged to attend all scheduled meetings and/or have his or her position and
committee report submitted to each Director's Vice-Chair prior to the scheduled meeting. The Chair will
report scheduled meeting absences to both Vice-Chairs and the Administrator.
Section 2 Board Members are strongly encouraged to attend all events hosted by SCAS.
Section 3 Each Board Member must notify the Chair of any foreseen absences from a scheduled meeting at least 24
hours in advance.
Article V
Ethics
Section 1 Code of Ethics
1.1 Avoid conflict of interest.
1.2 Hold each other accountable
1.3 Be responsible and accountable for your actions
1.4 Respect others and yourself
1.5 Be committed
1.6 Instill confidence and support each other
1.7 Know when to speak and when to listen
1.8 Be honest and forthright
Section 2 Violation of Ethical Standards
2.1 Violation of the Code of Ethics stated in Section V, Section 1, shall be grounds for impeachment according to
the procedures stated in Article III, Section 4, and Article IV, Section 5, of the constitution.
2.2 No Society or Board Member shall be impeached for unethical actions, behavior, or speech that does not
pertain to SCAS, SCAS business, or the position that he or she holds on SCAS.
Article VI
Rules of Order
Section 1 Standard procedure
1.1 SCAS meetings shall be conducted in a round table format, with the Chair presiding and maintaining order.
1.2 All questions that require a decision by SCAS shall be decided by a simple majority of voting Board
Members present.
Section 2 Upon a motion seconded by one third of present voting members, SCAS shall be conducted according to
Robert's Rules of Order.
Article VII
Amendment
Section 1 Amendments to the By-laws
1.1 A motion to amend these By-laws may be made before SCAS at any scheduled meetings.
1.2 All motions to amend these By-laws shall be approved by at least one member of SCASB.
1.3 An amendment shall be passed by two thirds majority of all present voting representation.
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allow incumbent members to contribute updates and reminders.