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As the chief executive officer, the club president oversees

club operations, presides overboard meetings and

leads the Global Action Team. Responsibilities include

ensuring qualified leadership appointments, adhering

to constitutional and legal requirements, guiding and

supporting members, mentoring vice presidents and

collaborating with district teams on service, leadership,

and membership initiatives. In collaboration with the club

officers and committee chairperson, the club president also

works to implement plans for growth and engagement,

call and manage board meetings, appoint and support

committees, ensure proper elections, and maintain

compliance with local laws.

The club secretary acts as the link between the club,

district and Lions International, supporting smooth

operations and member engagement. Responsibilities

include maintaining accurate records, such as meeting

minutes, attendance and financial documents, as well

as assisting in creating the club calendar. The secretary

handles correspondence, distributes awards and

collaborates on newsletters and event reminders.

They track member participation and review the club

roster to manage dues. At the end of their term, they

ensure a seamless transition by passing all records to

their successor.

Member updates are managed through the Lion Portal.

The Lions International website offers helpful quick guides

to assist with any actions you may need to complete

during your term.

The club treasurer handles the club’s finances by collecting

and depositing funds, working with the secretary to send

member dues statements, and reporting payments to the

board. They pay bills as approved, keep track of all financial

records, and share monthly and semi-annual financial

updates with the board. As the finance committee chair,

they help manage the club’s financial planning. At the end

of their term, they pass all financial records and funds to

the next treasurer.

As the club treasurer, it is important to know that public

(activity) funds must be used for community projects

and public purposes, including any interest earned from

these funds. The only expenses that can be taken from

this account are the costs directly related to fundraising.

Administrative funds, on the other hand, come from

member dues, fines and contributions, and are used

to cover the club’s running costs. Keeping these funds

separate is key to managing the club’s finances effectively.

Learn more about managing club finances.

The club treasurer is also responsible for ensuring

prompt payments of semi-annual dues by December 31

and June 30. For questions regarding statements,

contact the Membership Billing Department at

membershipbilling@lionsclubs.org.