YOU CAN BANK ON ME FOR F.D.I.C.

for Eastern Region Member of the National Finance Committee

As a candidate for Eastern Region Member of the National Finance Committee, my platform is rooted in strengthening financial leadership, improving support for fiscal officers, and promoting consistency, compliance, and confidence across our chapters. Financial officers carry significant responsibility, and they deserve responsive guidance, practical training, and reliable tools to help them serve with excellence.

As the candidate who has served my local alumnae chapter in several financial officer roles and as Co-chair of Budget & Finance Committee and extensively at the regional and national level - Sorors, You Can Bank on Me for F.D.I.C. !

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inancial Acumen grounded in years of experience, with the ability to support, guide, and understand various perspectives,

to provide guidance that is both practical and strategic.

I will use my acumen to deliver Financial Training and Fundamentals. I will advocate for ongoing, practical training for chapter fiscal officers and chapter leaders, so they understand their fiscal responsibilities, budget development and monitoring, reporting duties, timelines, and compliance expectations.

Additionally, I will provide:

Training and Support for new Financial Officers - clear explanations, templates, checklists, and best practices that make the work easier to understand and execute;

Training targeted for Committee Chairs/Co-Chairs and Officers, Collegiate and International Chapters

Training for Chapter members, who are not financial officers, but who are eager to learn and understand the fiscal operations of the chapter

TERRI A. JOHNSON FOR EASTERN REGION MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL FINANCE COMMITTEE

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edication to show up and serve you with consistency and to represent your voice!

Dedicated and Dependable Support and Responsiveness

Financial Officers often need timely answers to complete reports, process dues,
reconcile accounts, and meet deadlines. I will be a dependable resource who listens,
follows up, and helps connect chapters with the information and guidance they need to
move forward with confidence.

You can expect:

Finance Office Hours – held monthly or at an appropriate frequency to provide a consistent, open forum for questions, troubleshooting, training, and shared learning across chapters;

Tips and Best Practice sharing – practical, real-time insights and proven approaches that simplify processes, improve accuracy, and help the Financial Officers operate more efficiently;

Reminders and Timely Communications – clear, consistent regional mailing updates to ensure Sorors are aware of deadlines, requirements, and important financial updates, helping us stay organized and compliant

TERRI A. JOHNSON FOR EASTERN REGION MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL FINANCE COMMITTEE

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Improved Processes and Information Sharing

Integrity is demonstrated through actions. I will support efforts to improve communication, organization, and access to financial information. When systems are unavailable or information is difficult to locate, our fiscal teams still need practical ways to remain organized and prepared. I will lead strategic discussions that help improve efficiency and overall financial operations in the Red Zone. This includes reinforcing strong financial controls, such as proper authorization practices, dual signatures, and adherence to established cash handling procedures and providing guidance and
reminders around required financial protection, including bonding and insurance coverage that safeguard our chapters, as well as promoting readiness for internal and external audits to ensure compliance. I will encourage the use of standard templates, reporting tools, calendars, and resource guides that help fiscal officers maintain accurate records and timely reports, including adherence to proper deposit timelines, documentation, and timely submission of required funds and reports.

Additionally, I will offer:

Clear Expectations and Accountability Standards – to ensure that financial officers understand what is required, when it is due, and how to meet expectations;

Ethical Guidance and Sound Decision Support – to serve as a trusted resource to help navigate questions with fairness, discretion, and adherence to policies, ensuring decisions reflect both integrity and organizational standards;

Consistency in Communication and Follow-Through – will communicate honestly, follow through on commitments, and provide dependable guidance so that chapters know they can rely on the information and support they receive, including supporting smooth transitions between outgoing and incoming fiscal officers

ntegrity to lead with honesty, accountability, and trust

TERRI A. JOHNSON FOR EASTERN REGION MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL FINANCE COMMITTEE

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ollaboration with each of you to ensure our chapters are trained, informed, and prepared to meet expectations with

accuracy and timeliness.

Collaboration, Compliance, and Chapter Confidence
I will promote collaboration between treasurers, financial secretaries, presidents, and
finance committees so chapters can meet local, regional, and national financial
requirements. Compliance is a shared responsibility among fiscal officers and chapter
leadership. My goal is to help chapters build confidence in their financial processes
while protecting the integrity and sustainability of our beloved Sisterhood.

Additionally, I will:

1. Collaborate with National HQ and International Chapters - to ensure access to knowledgeable support who understands the unique financial nuances of chapters abroad, helping to navigate requirements with clarity and confidence;

2. Collaborate with collegiate chapter advisors - to strengthen guidance and support for our collegiate chapters, ensuring our emerging leaders feel equipped, confident, and supported in fulfilling their financial responsibilities;

3. Foster Regional Knowledge-Sharing and Peer Support – by creating opportunities for financial officers to connect, exchange best practices, and learn from one another, building a stronger, more unified and informed region.

Sorors, I am ready to serve—bringing my Financial acumen, my Dedication, my Integrity, and my commitment to Collaboration to each of you. This is not just about processes or reports, it’s about a partnership with you to make every chapter feel supported and prepared to succeed. I will show up, I will listen, and I will lead. Together, we will strengthen our chapters, elevate our financial practices and continue moving our region forward with excellence.

You Can Bank on Me for F.D.I.C.!

TERRI A. JOHNSON FOR EASTERN REGION MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL FINANCE COMMITTEE