Ray recently reviewed the Business Technology Association’s Form 990 and raised concerns about the amount of money the association holds in reserve.
The figures may be accurate. The argument built around them belongs to Ray.
My first reaction was simpler: Why now?
Become a member. Attend the meetings. Submit a proposal. Work with the committees. Convince other members that a different direction is needed.
The BTA is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The organization has more attention around it than usual, and Ray has found a public filing that gives him a timely subject for the big Sharp board.
The BTA did not accumulate these assets last Tuesday. Its tax filings have been publicly available. If its financial strategy presents such a serious problem for dealers, why did it suddenly become urgent during the centennial?
Ray believes the BTA should use more of its reserves for marketing, education, events, certifications, and membership growth. Those subjects deserve discussion. Every association should regularly examine where its money goes and what members receive in return.
Spending more money, however, does not automatically create progress.
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