Our Governance

TANAKA’s  governance and operational structure are achieved through its Board of Directors, Executive Director, and contracted operational and staffing support services. The organization’s affairs are carried out by its Executive Director with oversight, guidance, and support from its Board of Directors. Additional structural support, advisement, and operations are achieved through the Steering committee of leading TANAKA’s members.

Board of Directors

The Board is composed of individuals of various backgrounds and expertise relevant to the topic of social connection, fundraising, non-profit operations, policy, issue-based communications, and other disciplines relevant to the operations and oversight of the organization. Members of the Board serve three-year terms with no more than three consecutive terms and elect officers to serve two-year terms. The Board has direct oversight and authority over TANAKA’s Executive Director, governance, and finances.

Executive Director

The Executive Director serves at the will of the Board of Directors and is responsible for carrying out strategies and operations to achieve the organization’s mission and objectives. With support from the Board of Directors, the Executive Director develops annual goals, work plans, oversees and supports fundraising activities, and identifies consulting opportunities to further TANAKA’s impact and sustainability.

Contracted Operational & Staffing Support Services

To support the operational and staffing needs of the organization, contracted services are obtained, which provide requisite high quality, diverse, and cost-effective structural supports to the organization.