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VOA Officers & Advisors

Position  Volunteer 
President Vacant*
Vice President Vacant*
Vice-President Program Vacant*
Vice President Communications Vacant*
VOA Advisor & Venturing Chairman Karen Belanger
VOA Associate Advisor Administration Theresa Ronayne
VOA Associate Advisor Program Rick Michels
VOA Associate Advisor Communications Tim Faughnan
*We are accepting applications from registered Venturers with some leadership experience, for all vacant positions. Email Karen Belanger for information.

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Greater Tampa Bay Area Council Venturing

Welcome to the GTBAC Venturing page where you’ll learn about what’s happening in our council!

Council Venturing Officers Association (VOA)

The VOA is a Venturing umbrella organization in our council made up of a President and a cabinet of officers, along with the presidents of every registered crew. The VOA meets periodically throughout the year via Zoom and/or VOA-sponsored weekends or events.  Representatives from the VOA:

  • Provide training and resources to support council crews
  • Communicate Venturing activities and information to GTBAC crews through traditional and social media
  • Plan and execute VOA events geared to all council crews
  • Interview and select VOA officers
  • Recognize the achievements of GTBAC Venturers and crews
  • Connect with the GTBAC council leadership
  • Engage with the Council Service Territory 16 Venturing leadership.

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VOA Calendar

An Updated VOA Calendar Will Be Posted Once It Is Available

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