June 2025 Board Summary

Board of Directors – Meeting Summary

Saturday, June 21, 2025

Video Conference

As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, the AO NA Board of Directors shares key takeaways from each meeting. Our goal is to keep you informed about the issues we’re addressing, the decisions we’re making, and the progress we’re achieving.

By sharing this information, we aim to strengthen our connection with you and ensure our priorities align with member needs. We also welcome your input – let us know how we’re doing and what issues matter most to you. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our direction. Please share your thoughts with us at AONABoard@aona.org.

1.     Approval of the 2025 April Meeting Minutes

The Board approved the minutes summarizing its 22 April 2025 meeting for AO NA, Inc.

2.     Association Management System Selection

The Board received an update on cost considerations and funding status related to the selection of a new Association Management System (AMS). Following the discussion, the Board agreed to postpone the selection process until grant agreements are finalized and a clear funding plan is in place.

3.     Consent Agenda for AO NA Charitable Fund

The Board approved the submissions within the Consent Agenda, which included:

·       Accepting the 22 April 2025 meeting minutes for AO NA Charitable Fund;

·       Approving the revisions to the Audit Committee Charter;

·       Approving the revisions to the AO NA LINK Committee Charter; and

·       Approving the proposed candidates for the AO NA LINK Committee.

4.     2024 Audit Report  

The Board reviewed the Consolidated Financial Statements for Year-End 2024. It was noted that the auditing firm issued a clean management letter. The Board accepted the financial statements as presented.

5.     Open Forum

The topics discussed included:

·       Approval process and an anticipated timeline for Terms of Reference (ToR) revisions.

·       Participation in AO NA Board meetings.

·       Nominating Committee positions descriptions and functions.

·       2026 funding for veterinary courses.

·       August 2025 Board of Directors meeting.