Classes

Executive Board Roles and Responsibilities

11:00 am - 12:30 pm
2026-Ed-Seminar-Wednesday, April 22
Location: Orchard South
Speakers: Jeff Wainwright, Chad Blashill

This class provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of a Union Executive Board and how effective leadership supports a strong, accountable organization. Participants will learn the purpose of the Executive Board, the distinct duties of key officer positions, and how board members work together to guide the union between membership meetings. The class will cover topics such as governance, decision-making, financial oversight, communication with members, and maintaining transparency and accountability.

About the Speakers

Jeff Wainwright

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Chad Blashill

Chad Blashill began his fire service career as a volunteer in 2008 before being hired by the Kennewick Fire Department and joining Local 1296 Kennewick Firefighters in 2012. Inspired by his father’s union involvement when he was a Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputy, Blashill was driven to become more involved in union leadership. A graduate of...

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