Policies and Procedures Manual & Appendices - February 2023

Policies & Procedures Manual Last updated November 2019

Updated November 2019 2

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Headings: 100: Governance 200: Membership 300: Compliance 400: Tour & Events 500: Competitive 600: Operations SECTION 100: Governance Page 5 Page 5 POLICY 105 – New & Revised Policy Submission Process Page 5 POLICY 110 – Member Meeting Expenses Page 6 POLICY 111 – Board of Directors Meeting Expenses Page 6 POLICY 115 – Committee Charters POLICY 116 – Operating Policies and Procedures for Page 6 Page 6 Regional or Auxiliary Divisions Page 6 POLICY 120 – Conflict of Interest Page 6 POLICY 121 – Document Destruction Page 6 POLICY 122 – Whistleblower Page 7 POLICY 123 – CEO Succession Plan POLICY 124 – Sexual and Other Unlawful Harassment Page 7 POLICY 125 – Media Relations Policy Page 7 Page 7 SECTION 200: Membership Page 7 Page 7 POLICY 210 – Submission of Tax Filings Page 7 POLICY 211 – Revenue Allocation Page 8 POLICY 212 – Advanced Payment of Revenue Allocation POLICY 213 – DCI Hall of Fame Page 8 POLICY 214 – Member VIP Championship Tickets Page 8 POLICY 215 – Member Organization Ticketing Fundraising Program Page 8 POLICY 216 – Participation Levels Page 8 Page 9 SECTION 300: Compliance Page 9 Page 9 POLICY 310 – Member Corps Rosters Page 9 POLICY 311 – Tour Operation Standards Page 9 POLICY 313 – Music Copyright Procedures POLICY 314 – Corps Bank Checks 3|Page POLICY 316 – Participating Corps Leadership Transition Orientation POLICY 317 – Document Submission Policy POLICY 318 – Corps Debt Policy POLICY 319 – Corps Board Member Roster POLICY 320 – Annual Certificate of Insurance Updated November 2019

POLICY 321 – Compliance Enforcement Page 9 POLICY 322 – Staff Announcements Page 10 POLICY 323 – Background Checks Page 10 POLICY 324 – Health, Wellness, & Safety Page 10 SECTION 400: Tour & Events Page 10 Page 11 POLICY 410 – Scheduling Page 11 POLICY 411 – Scheduling: Fall Commitment Page 11 POLICY 412 – Agreement of Participation Page 12 POLICY 413 – Tour Event Partner Relationship Page 12 POLICY 414 – Non-DCI Tour Events Page 12 POLICY 415 – Corps Housing Page 13 POLICY 417 – Championship Finale’ Format Page 13 POLICY 418 – Event Venue Regulations Page 13 POLICY 419 – Performance Venue Use Policy POLICY 420 – Inclement Weather Performance Page 13 Page 13 SECTION 500: Competitive Page 14 Page 14 POLICY 510 – Performer/Member Transfers Page 15 POLICY 511 – Tie Breaker Policy Page 15 POLICY 512 – International Class Participating Corps Page 15 POLICY 513 – Order of Appearance Page 15 POLICY 514 – DCI Championship Format Page 15 POLICY 515 – Announcement as Medalists Page 15 POLICY 516 – Rules Manual Page 15 POLICY 517 – Judges Sheets Page 16 POLICY 518 – Percussion 2 Judge Page 16 POLICY 519 – General Effect Double Panel Page 16 POLICY 520 – Dr. Bernard Baggs Leadership Award Page 16 POLICY 520.5 – Dr. David Kampschroer Leadership Award Page 16 POLICY 521 – Jim Jones Leadership Award Page 17 POLICY 522 – The George Bonfiglio Chairman’s Award Page 17 POLICY 523 – The DCI Founders Trophy POLICY 524 – Caption Award Dedications Page 17 POLICY 525 – Adjudication Administration Process Policy Page 17 POLICY 526 – Prop Safety Policy Page 17 Page 17 SECTION 600: Operations Page 17 Page 18 POLICY 610 – DCI Judges Code of Ethics Page 18 POLICY 611 – DCI Staff Salaries POLICY 612 – Employee Handbook Page 18 – 21 POLICY 613 – Travel Policy POLICY 614 – Adjudicator Documents 4 POLICY 615 – DCI Background Check Policy POLICY 616 – Investment Policy APPENDIX – TABLE OF CONTENTS Updated November 2019

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual 100: GOVERNANCE POLICY 105 – New & Revised Policy Submission Process A designated Member representative, a member of the DCI Board of Directors, and the Executive Director may at any time submit a new or revised policy. All submissions should be presented to the chairperson of the Governance Committee, and copied to the chairperson of the DCI Board of Directors. The Governance Committee will review any new or revised policy submission to analyze the content and determine the appropriate next steps. The role of the Governance Committee is not to pass judgment on the value of the policy, but to analyze the content and determine potential conflicts with bylaws or current policies. After the review process, the Governance Committee will forward said policy to other committees for a review of the verbiage and any other considerations. Then, a determination should be made as to whether it is a Board of Directors policy or a Membership policy. Once that is determined, the policy may be proposed before the appropriate body. At anytime, the Membership and/or the Board of Directors may waive the policy submission process in order to expedite establishing a new or revised policy to manage a timely matter that may come before organization. POLICY 110 - Member Meeting Expenses DCI will pay the travel and hotel expenses for one representative for each voting member organization to attend the annual meeting and to attend the Fall scheduling meeting. This benefit will also be extended to at-large board of directors. DCI will pay the travel and hotel expenses for one representative for each participating open class organization to the annual meeting. This includes only those organizations participating the prior season. (Bd of Dir, Nov 77; Feb 89; Dec 91; Nov. 14) POLICY 111 – Board of Directors Meeting Expenses DCI will pay the travel and hotel expenses for each meeting of the board of directors that includes board of director members, necessary office staff, and the Open Class liaison. All other Member organizations representatives may attend at their own expense. (Bd of Dir, Nov 77; Feb 89; Dec 91; Nov 14) Updated November 2019 5|Page

POLICY 115 – Committee Charters Each standing committee referenced in the Bylaws and/or ad hoc committees formed will have an updated charter on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. The governance committee, on behalf of the organization, is charged with monitoring the creation and implementation of each committee charter. (Bd of Dir, Nov 14, Jan 17, Oct 19) POLICY 116 – Operating Policies and Procedures for Regional or Auxiliary Divisions Each Regional or Auxiliary Division of the organization will have Division Operating Policies and Procedures on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. The board of directors must approve all updated and/or new Operating Policies and Procedures. (Bd of Dir, Nov 14, Jan 2017) *The Atlantic Division Operating Policies were suspended per the action of the Board of Directors – Sept. 2014 *The Central Division Operating Policies were suspended per the action of the Board of Directors – Sept. 2014 POLICY 120 – Conflict of Interest On file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jan 10, Nov 14) POLICY 121 – Document Destruction On file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jan 10, Nov 14) POLICY 122 – Whistleblower On file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jan 10, Nov 14, Nov 18) POLICY 123 – CEO Succession Plan On file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jan 10, Nov 14) POLICY 124 – Sexual and Other Unlawful Harassment On file as a part of the policy manual appendix. Updated November 2019 6

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual POLICY 125 – Media Relations Policy On file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jun 18) 200: MEMBERSHIP POLICY 210 – Submission of Tax Filings All organizations receiving funds disbursement from DCI must submit a copy of their most recent 990 tax return (Canadian equivalent form) as required by the IRS Code 501(c)3. Disbursement of funds may be withheld until 990 files are up to date. (Bd of Dir, Dec 85; Nov 14) POLICY 211 – Revenue Allocation Provided in the appendix is a document outlining the revenue allocation for participating organizations. (Nov. 14) POLICY 212 – Advanced Payment of Revenue Allocation At the discretion of the Executive Director, DCI can pre-pay corps appearance fees. (Bd of Dir, Nov 76, Feb 93; Nov 14, Nov 16) POLICY 213 - DCI Hall of Fame Recognize the people who have contributed and participated in Drum Corps International. Eligibility, nominations process and voting procedures are documented and on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. All updates to these guidelines will be approved by the Member organizations. (Bd of Dir, Nov 84; Feb 89; Feb 14) POLICY 214 – Member VIP Championship Tickets Each Member organization will be issued eight (8) complimentary tickets to each event during the DCI World Championships week. (Bd of Dir, Nov 76; Nov 89; Nov 14) POLICY 215 – Member Organization Ticketing Fundraising Program Seating blocks will be made available for sale at championships and other designated regional events as designated annually. Member organizations will earn a 20% commission from the first dollar sold on all sales through this program. Initial orders are due by December 31st. These orders are the Member organizations’ commitment to participate in that year’s program. An Updated November 2019 7|Page

order acts to secure a specific assigned block for the Member organization within the greater DCI seating block. Any request for additional tickets after the initial order will be assigned in the closest available location. All payments are due by April 1st to secure the seats. See Appendix 215 (Bd of Dir, Nov 76; Nov 89; Nov 14) POLICY 216 – Participation Levels Provided in the appendix is a document outlining the participation levels for membership. (Oct 19) 300: COMPLIANCE POLICY 310 – Corps Member Rosters All participating corps must submit their completed membership roster, including alternates, to the DCI office by June 1st. Any additions to the roster after that must be submitted at DCI Championships Check-In (Atlanta or Wednesday prior to championships). The roster should include full name, home address, e-mail and verified date of birth. The Age Verification Document & roster must be signed and returned electronically. Corps revenue allocation may be withheld until the roster is received. See Appendix 310 (Bd of Dir, Feb 77; Nov 79; May 14; Jan 16) POLICY 311 – Tour Operation Standards DCI Housing, Field Care, and Event Site Conduct are on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. These policies may also be found in the Participation Agreement. (Bd of Dir, Feb 78; May 14, May 18) POLICY 313 – Music Copyright Procedures Each participating corps is responsible for securing permission from the composer and/or publisher (whichever owns the copyright), to arrange and perform the music. DCI provides a third party service to process at DCI’s expense. The corps will pay for the actual license(s). All submissions for license request must be in by February 1st. (Executive Director, Jan 93) POLICY 314 – Corps Bank Checks A penalty in the amount of $1,000 will be assessed for any checks presented by a corps with insufficient funds. (EC, Sept 05, Nov 14) Updated November 2019 8

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual POLICY 316 – Participating Corps Leadership Transition Orientation When a participating corps experiences a change in leadership (CEO, Executive Director, etc.), that organization must, at their expense and within 90 days, send the transitioning director to an orientation at the DCI office. Also at the organization’s expense, the Executive Director or designated official of Drum Corps International will be invited to a full board meeting of the organization within that 90-day period. (EC, April 07; May 14) POLICY 317 – Document Submission Policy All participating organizations must submit the required documents as listed on the current “Required Documents & Deadlines.” The “Required Documents & Deadlines” will be updated on an annual basis and as may be deemed necessary by DCI Board of Directors. See Appendix 317 (Bd of Dir, Apr 18) POLICY 318 – Corps Debt Policy A policy on participating organizations that owe money to DCI is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jan 11, Jan 15) POLICY 319 – Corps Board Member Roster All participating corps must submit a completed roster of their board of directors following the corps annual meeting. The roster should include full name, home address, e-mail and phone number. (Nov 14) POLICY 320 – Annual Certificate of Insurance Upon each corps annual insurance renewal, a certificate of insurance with Drum Corps International named as an additional insured will be submitted to the DCI office. (Nov 14) POLICY 321 – Compliance Enforcement Violations of DCI Policies and Procedures may require the Executive Director to take disciplinary action against any participating organization or any executive, employee, contractor, performer or volunteer of any participating organization. Such disciplinary action shall be taken in the sole discretion of the Executive Director and may include, but is not limited to, suspension from participation in any DCI sanctioned event or activity for any period of time; a ban on being present at DCI sanctioned events, activities, facilities, and housing sites for any period of time; and as to any participating organization, withholding payment of funds or the assessment of a fine of up to a total of $5,000.00 for each violation. Updated November 2019 9|Page

(Nov 14; Jan 16, Bd of Dir, Apr 18) POLICY 322 – Staff Announcements No public staff hiring announcements until the Tuesday after Labor Day. (Jan 17) POLICY 323 – Background Checks Drum Corps International requires participating organizations to obtain a national criminal history background check for those in direct contact with their students. Such criminal background checks shall be performed at the direction of the participating organization’s Executive Director, but in no event less than every two years. See Appendix 323 (Bd of Dir, May 17) POLICY 324 - Health, Wellness, & Safety All DCI Participating Organizations on tour are required to have appropriately documented health, wellness, and safety policies, procedures, and practices to minimize any risks to their members, staff, and volunteers. The Participating Organization shall, in writing, confirm the existence and use of such policies, procedures, and practices to DCI for the upcoming competitive year on or before May 15th. All Participating Organizations shall maintain an appropriately licensed or registered healthcare or medical professional team leader to provide on-site supervision, advice, and appropriate treatment (if necessary) during any organized activities taking place from May 15th through the period the Participating Organization officially disbands for the season. An appropriately licensed healthcare or medical professional includes an ATC, MD, DO, PA, ARNP, RN, PT, Paramedic and/or EMT. See Appendix 324 (Bd of Dir, Sep 18) 400: TOUR AND EVENTS POLICY 410 – Scheduling The Executive Director has the responsibility and is solely authorized to establish the schedule of events including participating corps for the annual DCI Tour. The Executive Director will communicate with each corps regarding their desired schedule and then will assemble with the best interest of all corps in mind. The first priority will be safety, then each corps capacity and sustainability, and then the maximum financial return for the DCI organization. For the well-being of the activity, the corps and DCI, it is absolutely essential that representatives of the Member and participating organizations be prepared to commit their corps to specific appearances through the annual scheduling process. Therefore, the following policy is established: 1. All participating corps will follow the scheduling process procedures including the Updated November 2019 10

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual execution of the Fall commitment document and the participation agreement. 2. If a corps refuses and/or fails to appear without reasonable cause in an assigned event after executing the participation agreement, such corps will be automatically assessed $1,000 per event. A fine of up to $5,000 per event may be levied should the case for reasonable cause not be sufficiently proven by the corps. The Executive Director will determine the amount of the assessment. 3. The sum may be either paid in cash or withheld from future earnings, except that any money not fully paid by the end of the season in which the debt is incurred, will be payable in full before a corps may regain its access to the schedule. 4. Assessment of this penalty is automatic, but may be appealed to the DCI board of directors at its next meeting. 5. Open Class and International Corps Participation Procedures are on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Nov 14) POLICY 411 – Scheduling: Fall Commitment A Fall commitment document listing events, dates and scheduled performance fees for the Corps DCI Summer Tour will be signed and returned by November 15th. The performance schedule and appearance fees listed are those that will be contracted and administrated by the DCI office on the corps behalf and include all divisions, DCI events, and DCI Open Class events. This document precedes the annual participation agreement to be completed later in the scheduling process. Changes and/or rejection of events must be submitted to DCI no later than November 15th. Failure to submit the signed document does not release a corps from commitments made via previous communication and may result in a corps being bumped from an event. Events are not guaranteed at this point in the scheduling process however dropping an event(s) after November 15th may result in an assessment of $1,000 per event. See Appendix 411 POLICY 412 – Agreement of Participation The agreement of participation is a document executed by both the corps and DCI and establishes a commitment by the corps to appear at listed events during the tour as well as a commitment by DCI as to the revenue allocation for appearing in the listed events. If the participating organization is delinquent submitting the annual agreement of participation by May 15th, assessment will occur for any changes that might arise. See Appendix 412 (EC, Sept 07, Nov. 15; Apr 15) POLICY 413 – Tour Event Partner Relationship Each year DCI enters into contractual agreements with independent and corps organizations to stage DCI Tour Events. The agreement outlines the relationship and includes policies related to recordings, photography, logos, marketplace and corps housing. A copy of the Tour Event Partner agreement is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Nov. 14) Updated November 2019 11 | P a g e

POLICY 414 - Non-DCI Tour Events A corps participating on the DCI Tour may only accept a non-DCI event while on tour, after clearing it with the Executive Director. (Bd of Dir, Nov 81) POLICY 415 – Corps Housing Member corps will be provided 24 hours of housing at no expense for all DCI premier events, up to (5) five days for the DCI World Championship. DCI will provide best efforts to extend the benefit for added days requested at no charge to Member corps when possible. Other participating corps will be provided 24 hours of housing at no expense for all DCI premier events with the exception of World Championships. Each year a designated formula will be presented to the other participating corps for World Championship corps housing. Tour Event Partner events are required to provide 24 hours of housing at no expense to any participating corps. The Tour Event Partner corps housing expectations are outlined in a document on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Dec 92) Housing Inspection Sheet Corps Housing Inspection form located online. Corps should use this to create their own housing database; DCI will store this info as well. Policy addition: Corps & DCI will automatically receive copies of the online Housing Inspection Form after submitting and should keep them on file for six (6) months after departure. If there is a dispute with a housing site, DCI will research the online database for the housing site in dispute. If none found, and if corps is unable to produce requested housing inspection form, DCI will levy a $1,000 fine against the corps. See Appendix 415 (Bd of Dir, April 2015) POLICY 417 – Championship Finale’ Format 1. The following is a summary of the staging of the Championship Finale’: 2. Let the finale’ begin, lights out, spots and proper music (live or recorded) 3. Finalist corps assemble in traditional block retreat position 4. Each corps, in their block with DM’s in front of their corps, will be introduced and celebrated, finalist medals presented to all 12 corps DMs. 5. DM’s front and center please (lights come up), and now the scores. Each DM salutes after score announced. No medals nor handshakes. DM’s return to their units but wait. 6. Champion DM’s and director(s) step forward into designated area for trophy presentation. Broadcast interviews. 7. Corps dismissed and are encouraged to relax and intermingle. 8. Champions encore (VM, Feb 14) Updated November 2019 12

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual POLICY 418 - Event Venue Regulations The following are on file as a part of the policy manual appendix:  418.1 - Weather Policy  418.2 - Field Care Policy  418.3 - Warm Up Area Policy  418.4 - Event Credential Policy  418.5 - Event Recording and Photography Policy  418.6 - Souvenir Set Up Policy POLICY 419 - Performance Venue Use Policy A copy of the Performance Venue Use Policy is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (May 17) POLICY 420 – Inclement Weather Performance Member corps will have 7-8 minutes of an entertaining production in the event of inclement weather. (Jan 18) 500: COMPETITIVE POLICY 510 – Performer/Member Transfers 1. No member may be allowed to transfer from one DCI participating organization to another DCI participating organization if outstanding debts are owed, without a written authorization agreement between both organizations. Proper documentation (signed member agreement/contract) is primarily the responsibility of the organization and secondarily of the member. 2. No member may move from one DCI participating organization to another DCI participating organization after June 1st without a written authorization agreement between both organizations. 3. If a DCI participating organization declares inactivity for a season, all members are automatically released for participation in other organizations. (Bd of Dir, Feb 84; Jan 07; Apr 07, May 17) POLICY 511 – Tie Breaker Policy At all DCI sanctioned events including the World Championships, there will be no tie breaking policy. This includes caption awards wherever applicable. (Bd of Dir, Feb 89; Jan 09) Updated November 2019 13 | P a g e

POLICY 512 - International Class Participating Corps Corps from other countries, where competitive eligibility rules and, instrument restrictions vary from those governing DCI, may compete at DCI events with the following considerations: Should the(se) corps qualify for a finalist position, or advance to Semifinals or Finalist's position at the World Championships, they would not displace a Corps which fulfills all requirements of DCI competition. Should the corps come in first place at a championship event they will not be considered champions. Should such an instance occur, the eligible corps that was displaced would be added to the event. (Bd of Dir, Feb 90) POLICY 513 – Order of Appearance The DCI Headquarters will draw the appearance positions for all DCI Tour and Premier events using the following: 1. Based on placement at World Championships the prior year and in reverse order, each Tour Event prior to the Southwest Championship will be drawn in (3’s) threes with the host corps having the option of appearing last where applicable. 2. The first major regional(s) event of the season (typically near the beginning of July) corps will appear in reverse order of finish from the previous year’s World Championships. 3. The Southwest Championship draw order will be based on reverse order of placement from the first major regional(s) then drawn in (3’s) threes. World Class corps not appearing at the first major regional(s) will be placed in the order based on their last score received. 4. For all weekday shows after the Southwest Championship, the draw order will be based on reverse order of placement from the Southwest Championship and will be drawn in (3’s) threes. 5. Southeast Championship draw order will be based on reverse order of placement from the Southwest Championship then drawn in (3’s) threes. 6. Eastern Classic draw order will be based on reverse order of placement from the Southeast Championship then drawn in (3’s) threes. 7. World Championships Prelims draw order will be the reverse order of the Open Class Championship corps first followed by the World Class corps in reverse order of average score from of the Southwest Championship, Southeast Championship and the Eastern Classic. 8. In the event a corps is not scheduled to appear in a major regional event, their last score received prior to that event will be used in the averaging. (Bd of Dir, Feb 78; Jan 96; Jan 11, Nov 14; VM, Jan 18) Updated November 2019 14

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual POLICY 514 – DCI Championship Format The Championship Format is outlined in a document on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jan 96; Feb 14) POLICY 515 - Announcement as Medalists At all shows in which medals are distributed, the top 3 corps will be announced as medalists - bronze, silver and gold. (Bd of Dir, Sep 98, Apr 17) POLICY 516 – Rules Manual The Rules Manual is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix and contains the following: 1. Contest Rules and Regulations 2. DCI Performers Showcase Rules 3. Rules Change Process 4. Rules Congress Process (Rev April 2014, Jan 17, Jan 18) POLICY 517 – Judges Sheets Paper sheets for each judge caption and each corps will no longer be used. Instead, judges will turn in tote sheets to the tabulator. (VM, Feb 14) POLICY 518 – Percussion 2 Judge At the discretion of the Artistic Director, a second percussion judge located in the “press box” will be scheduled at select events. (VM, Feb 14) POLICY 519 – General Effect Double Panel The Artistic Director has the option of using double GE panels at DCI Premier Events. (Jan 08) POLICY 520 – Dr. Bernard Baggs Leadership Award The Dr. Bernard Baggs Leadership Award is presented to the outstanding World Class director as voted on by all World Class directors annually. (Feb 00) Updated November 2019 15 | P a g e

POLICY 520.5 – Dr. David Kampschroer Leadership Award The Dr. David Kampschroer Leadership Award is presented to the outstanding Open Class director as voted on by all Open Class directors annually. (Jan 15) POLICY 521 – Jim Jones Leadership Award This award is presented to World Class and Open Class drum majors who exhibit unparalleled leadership qualities. This award is selected by members of the DCI Hall of Fame. (Jan 00) POLICY 522 – The George Bonfiglio Chairman’s Award The George Bonfiglio Chairman’s Award will be presented annually at the DCI World Championships to a person who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership, service and effort on behalf of Drum Corps International. The recipient will be selected by the current Chairman of the DCI Board of Directors and the current DCI Executive Director. (Jan 12) POLICY 523 – The DCI Founders Trophy To honor the gentlemen whose vision created DCI, the DCI World Championship “traveling” trophy will be named and an engraved plaque will be added to the base, listing each of the names of DCI’s founding corps, their hometowns, and the names of each of the directors at the time of DCI’s inception. (Jan 12) POLICY 524 – Caption Award Dedications The DCI World Championship Best Visual Performance Award is “The John Brazale Award for Best Visual Performance.” (Jan 12) The DCI World Championship Color Guard trophy Award is “The George Zingali Best Color Guard Award.” (Jan 02) The DCI World Championship Best Overall General Effect Award is “The Donald Angelica Best Overall General Effect Award.” (Jan 00) The DCI World Championship Best Percussion Performance Award is “The Fred Sanford Best Percussion Performance Award.” (Jan 00) The DCI World Championship Best Brass Performance Award is “The Jim Ott Best Brass Performance Award.” Updated November 2019 16

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual (Feb 81) POLICY 525 – Adjudication Administration Process Policy On file as a part of the policy manual appendix (Bd of Dir, Jan 10) POLICY 526 – Prop Safety Policy On file as a part of the policy manual appendix (Jan 19, Oct 19) 600: OPERATIONS POLICY 610 – DCI Judges Code of Ethics A judge shall not participate in any part of the programming development for any corps. Technical or programming advice should be limited to verbal discussions of a developed product. Visitations to corps are prohibited. See Appendix 610 (Bd of Dir, Feb 80) POLICY 611 – DCI Staff Salaries The finance committee will review salaries of all full-time personnel annually. (Bd of Dir, May 91; May 14) POLICY 612 – Employee Handbook A copy of the employee handbook is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (2010) POLICY 613 – Travel Policy A copy of the travel policy is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (2014) POLICY 614 – Adjudicator Documents A copy of adjudicator documents are on file as a part of the policy manual appendix.  DCI Judge Administration Policies and Procedures  Chief Judge Responsibilities  Adjudicator Accreditation and Evaluation  DCI Judging Policy for Absent Judges  Missing Judge Policy for Shows with Reduced Panels (2014) Updated November 2019 17 | P a g e

POLICY 615 – DCI Background Check Policy A copy of the DCI Background Check Policy is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Jun 18) POLICY 616 – Investment Policy A copy of the DCI Investment Policy is on file as a part of the policy manual appendix. (Bd of Dir, Apr 18) APPENDIX 18 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 100: Governance Appendix 115: Committee Charters  Business Development Charter  Audit Committee Charter  Finance Committee Charter  Governance Committee Charter  Membership Affairs Committee Charter  In Step: Women of DCI Charter  CEO Assessment Committee Charter Appendix 116: Operating Policies & Procedures for Regional or Auxiliary Divisions  All Age & Exhibition Units  DCI Evaluation Procedures  DCI Evaluation Process  DCI Going USA – International Units  DCI Open Class Operating Policies- Revised  DCI Pacific Operating Policies – Revised Appendix 120 – 124: Organizational Policies  Conflict of Interest Policy  Document Destruction Policy  Whistleblower Policy  DCI Executive Director Succession Plan  Sexual & Other Unlawful Harassment Policy Appendix 125: Media Relations Policy  Media Relations Policy SECTION 200: Membership Appendix 211: Revenue Allocation Updated November 2019

Drum Corps International, Inc. 19 | P a g e Policies and Procedures Manual  Corps Pay Distribution  Performance Pay Standardization Proposal – Sept. 2008 Appendix 213: DCI Hall of Fame  Hall of Fame Guidelines Appendix 215: Member Organization Ticketing Fundraising Program  Corps Ticket Program  Corps Ticket Program Timeline Appendix 216: Participation Levels  Benefits Guide  Responsibilities Guide  Moving Between Levels Up  Moving Between Levels Down SECTION 300: Compliance Appendix 310: Member Corps Roster  Roster Verification Document Appendix 311: Tour Operation Standards  Tour Operation Standards  Housing Inspection Form Appendix 317: Document Submission Policy  Checklist Appendix 318: Corps Debt Policy  DCI Policy on Corps Debt Appendix 323: Background Checks  Background Check Verification Appendix 324: Health, Wellness, & Safety Policy  Health, Wellness, & Safety SECTION 400: Tour & Events Appendix 410: Scheduling  Open and International Participation Procedure Appendix 411: Scheduling: Fall Commitment  Fall Commitment Appendix 412: Agreement of Participation Updated November 2019

 Agreement of Participation Template 20 Appendix 413: Tour Event Partner Relationship  TEP Contract Template  TEP Insurance Memo Appendix 415: Corps Housing  TEP Housing Expectations Appendix 418: Event Venue Regulations  Weather Policy  Field Care Policy  Warm Up Area Policy  Event Credential Policy  Event Recording and Photographer Policy  Souvenir Set Up Order Appendix 419: Performance Venue Use Policy  Performance Venue Use Policy SECTION 500: Competitive Appendix 514: Championship Week Format  Championship Week Format Document Appendix 516: Contest Rules Manual  Contest Rules Manual  I&E Rules Manual Appendix 525: Adjudication Administration Process Policy  Adjudication Administration Process Policy Appendix 526: Prop Safety Policy  Prop Safety Policy SECTION 600: Operations Appendix 610: DCI Judges Code of Ethics  DCI Judges Code of Ethics Appendix 612: Employee Handbook  Employee Handbook Appendix 613: Travel Policy  Travel Policy Appendix 614: Adjudicator Documents  DCI Judge Administration Policies and Procedures  Chief Judge Responsibilities  Adjudicator Accreditation and Evaluation Updated November 2019

Drum Corps International, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual  DCI Judging Policy for Absent Judges  Missing Judge Policy for Shows with Reduced Panels Appendix 615: DCI Background Check Policy  DCI Background Check Policy Appendix 616: Investment Policy Updated November 2019 21 | P a g e

Policies & Procedures Appendix SECTION 100: Governance

DISCLAIMER: Please note that many of the documents presented here are currently under review as a part of the 2017 Strategic Plan Strategic Objective C.3. Pursue Governance Excellence. APPENDIX TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 100: Governance Appendix 115: Committee Charters  Business Development Charter  Audit Committee Charter  Finance Committee Charter  Governance Committee Charter  Membership Affairs Committee Charter  In Step Committee Charter  CEO Assessment Committee Charter Appendix 116: Operating Policies & Procedures for Regional or Auxiliary Divisions  All Age & Exhibition Units  DCI Evaluation Procedures  DCI Evaluation Process  DCI Going USA – International Units  DCI Open Class Operating Policies- Revised  DCI Pacific Operating Policies – Revised Appendix 120 – 124: Organizational Policies  Conflict of Interest Policy  Document Destruction Policy  Whistleblower Policy  DCI Executive Director Succession Plan  Sexual & Other Unlawful Harassment Policy Appendix 125: Media Relations Policy  Media Relations Policy

Appendix 115: Committee Charters DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE CHARTER Purpose The Business Development Committee (the \"Committee\") shall be appointed by the Board of Directors (the \"Board\") of Drum Corps International (the “Organization\") on the recommendation of the Chairperson of the Board. The primary function of the Committee is to: 1. Assist the DCI marketing team with identification, quantitative evaluation, planning, and facilitation of business development opportunities in support of the key objectives of the DCI Business Plan. 2. Foster a collaborative environment that leverages the combined strength of the brands affiliated under the Drum Corps International umbrella. 3. Promote an atmosphere of entrepreneurship in alignment with the mission of the Organization. Composition The Committee shall be comprised of at least nine members including: • Board Chairperson • DCI’s CEO • DCI’s CFO • DCI’s Director of Marketing • DCI’s Director of Business Development • Four other members selected from the DCI membership The committee may incorporate external expertise to their process as necessary to meet its objectives. 1. Each member of the Committee shall meet the standards required by the Board. 2. The members of the Committee shall be appointed annually by the Board, on the recommendation of the Chairperson annually or as necessary to fill vacancies in the interim. 3. The Chairperson of the Board of Directors shall designate one of the Committee members as Chairperson. Revised 12/3/2013 1|Page

4. The Board may remove any member from the Committee at any time with or without cause. 5. The Committee when appropriate may form and delegate authority to subcommittees. Meetings and Budget In accordance with the applicable provisions of the Organization's Bylaws, as amended from time to time, the Committee shall meet at such times and places as the members deem advisable, and shall make such recommendations to the Board as the Committee considers appropriate. For budgeting purposes, the Chairperson of the Committee will each year submit to the CEO an annual budget for the Committee's activities and will review status against the budget on a periodic basis. Minutes Minutes of each meeting shall be prepared by the Committee Chairperson or by his/her designee and sent to Committee members. Following an initial review by the Committee members, the Committee will provide the minutes to Board. The Secretary of the Organization shall archive the approved minutes. The Committee will also report to the Board on any significant matters arising from the Committee’s work. Evaluation The Committee shall review and reassess this Charter at least annually and, if appropriate, propose changes to the Board. The Committee shall obtain or perform an annual evaluation of the Committee's performance and make applicable recommendations. Time Requirements The Business Development Committee will meets approximately eight to twelve times per year (either by telephone, videoconference, or in person) as required to meet its objectives. Revised 12/3/2013 2|Page

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL FINANCE COMMITTEE CHARTER General The Drum Corps International (DCI) Finance Committee (the \"Committee\") shall be appointed by the Board of Directors (the \"Board\") of Drum Corps International (the \"Organization\") on the recommendation of the Chairperson of the Board. The primary function of the Committee is to assist the Board of Directors in its oversight responsibilities relating to fiscal management. The Committee will: • Review and recommend approval of an annual operating budget; • Regularly review financial results; • Ensure the maintenance of an appropriate capital structure; and, • Oversee the management of organization-wide financial assets. In addition, in order to assist the organization in the proper and prudent management of its financial resources, the Committee will ensure that management employs personnel and systems capable of providing timely and accurate financial information to key decision-makers. The Committee shall have all authority necessary to fulfill the duties and responsibilities assigned to the Committee in this Charter or otherwise assigned to it by the Board. Composition and Delegation The Committee shall be comprised of at least two voting members, including its Chairperson. The Committee will also include two ex-officio members, the DCI Executive Director and the DCI Chief Financial Officer or equivalent. It is anticipated that the Committee will always include some members who possess skills in the disciplines of accounting, investment management, and capital structure/finance and that those members of the committee may be from outside the voting membership. It is also anticipated that based on those skills, Committee members will be assigned areas of focus to ensure that important financial topics are reviewed in sufficient depth. Each member of the Committee shall meet the membership standards required by the Board. The members of the Committee shall be appointed annually by the Board, on the recommendation of the Chairperson annually or as necessary to fill vacancies in the interim. The Chairperson of the Board of Directors shall designate one of the Committee members as Chairperson. The Board may remove any member from the Committee at any time with or without cause. The Committee when appropriate may form and delegate authority to subcommittees and may delegate authority to one or more designated members of the Committee, the Board or Organization officers. Revised 11/11/2011 1|Page

Duties and Responsibilities The Committee shall: Annual Operating and Capital Budgets 1. Review the proposed annual operating and capital budgets for the ensuing fiscal year as presented by the Organization’s management. 2. After review and amendment, if necessary, the Committee will recommend a final operating budget to the full Board of Directors for approval. Review of Financial Results 3. Receive and review financial statements consisting of the then current year-to- date: 1) statement of financial position, 2) income statement, and 3) key financial performance benchmarks that the Committee deems relevant from time-to-time. 4. Review the status of the Organization’s financial condition and discuss, in detail, issues that emerge from the review. Maintenance of an Appropriate Capital Structure: 5. From time-to-time, direct management to undertake longer term financial planning to evaluate future financial needs. 6. Recommend a capital structure that best meets the Organization’s needs, generally in the form of an external debt ceiling, and evaluate the appropriateness of the debt ceiling with reference to a number of key debt metrics, making adjustments to the ceiling as necessary. Manage Organization-Wide Assets 7. Approve the financing of capital projects, as appropriate 8. Carry out the responsibilities delegated to the Committee in the Organization’s Investment Policy. Key responsibilities include: o Setting investment objectives, by fund type o Establishing performance objectives and benchmarks o Devising the asset allocation strategy o Restricting investments, as necessary o Hiring/terminating investment managers o Regular review of performance results o Other responsibilities, as specified in the policy Revised 11/11/2011 2|Page

Meetings and Budget In accordance with the applicable provisions of the Organization's Bylaws, as amended from time to time, the Committee shall meet at such times and places as the members deem advisable, and shall make such recommendations to the Board as the Committee considers appropriate. For corporate budgeting purposes, the Chairperson of the Committee will each year submit to the CEO an annual budget for the Committee's activities and will review status against the budget on a periodic basis. Minutes Minutes of each meeting shall be prepared by the Committee Chairperson or by his/her designee and sent to Committee members. Following an initial review by the Committee members, the Committee will provide the minutes to Board. The Secretary of the Organization shall archive the approved minutes. The Committee will also report to the Board on any significant matters arising from the Committee's work. Evaluation The Committee shall review and reassess this Charter at least annually and, if appropriate, propose changes to the Board. The Committee shall obtain or perform an annual evaluation of the Committee's performance and make applicable recommendations. Revised 11/11/2011 3|Page

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE CHARTER Overview Committee Size: 6 members (Executive Director and Chairperson of the Board are ex officio members) (4 ordinary members, with up to 2 DCI Board members) Vacancies in 2009: 1 Chairperson of the Board ex officio 3 Members (of whom not more than one can be a Board member) Approval Required: DCI Board and Council General The Governance Committee (the \"Committee\") shall be appointed by the Board of Directors (the \"Board\") of Drum Corps International (the \"Organization\") on the recommendation of the Chairperson of the Board. The primary function of the Committee is to (i) identify individuals qualified to become members of the Board, and recommend to the Board director candidates, (ii) develop, update as necessary and recommend to the Board corporate governance principles and policies, applicable to the organization, and (iii) develop performance criteria and evaluation process for members of the Board and the Board of Directors, and (iv) develop and provide for director orientation and continuing education. The Committee shall have all authority necessary to fulfill the duties and responsibilities assigned to the Committee in this Charter or otherwise assigned to it by the Board. Composition and Delegation The Committee shall be comprised of at least six members (Board Chairperson, Executive Director and four other members of those four members two do not necessarily need to be representatives of Drum Corps International). Each member of the Committee shall be a member of Drum Corps International and meet the standards required by the Board. The members of the Committee shall be appointed annually by the Board, on the recommendation of the Chairperson annually or as necessary to fill vacancies in the interim. The Chairperson of the Board of Directors shall designate one of the Committee members as Chairperson. The Board may remove any member from the Committee at any time with or without cause. The Committee when appropriate may form and delegate authority to subcommittees and may delegate authority to one or more designated members of the Committee, the Board or Organization officers. 1|Page

Duties & Responsibilities The Committee shall: Director Selection 1. Review, approve and recommend for Board consideration director candidates based on the Director Selection Guidelines outlined in Exhibit A to this Charter, and advise the Board with regard to nomination or election of director candidates. 2. Periodically review, approve and recommend to the Board appropriate revisions to the Director Selection Guidelines outlined in Exhibit A to this Charter. 3. Determine procedures for the review, approval and recommendation of director candidates, as appropriate. Board and Board Performance 4. Periodically review appropriateness of any restrictions on Board service, such as term limits. 5. Establish performance criteria/expectations for directors in areas of attendance, preparedness, candor and participation. 6. Establish, coordinate and review with Chairperson of Board criteria and method for evaluating the effectiveness of the Board. Board Leadership 7. Develop and recommend to the Board procedures for selection of the Chairperson of the Board. 8. Develop and recommend to the Board procedures for Board review of the Chairperson of the Board, and for communicating such review to, the Chairperson of the Board. Board Committee Matters 9. Establish and coordinate with applicable committee Chairperson criteria and method for evaluating the effectiveness of the committees. Director Orientation and Continuing Education 10. Periodically review and recommend revisions, as appropriate, to the Organization's director orientation program. 11. Monitor, plan and support budgeted continuing education activities of the directors. 2|Page

Governance Policies 12. Review and recommend to the Board, as appropriate, policies relating to corporate governance committee; and monitor compliance with and the effectiveness of such policies as appropriate Meetings and Budget In accordance with the applicable provisions of the Organization's Bylaws, as amended from time to time, the Committee shall meet at such times and places as the members deem advisable, and shall make such recommendations to the Board as the Committee considers appropriate. For corporate budgeting purposes, the Chairperson of the Committee will each year submit to the CEO an annual budget for the Committee's activities and will review status against the budget on a periodic basis. Minutes Minutes of each meeting shall be prepared by the Committee Chairperson or by his/her designee and sent to Committee members. Following an initial review by the Committee members, the Committee will provide the minutes to Board. The Secretary of the Organization shall archive the approved minutes. The Committee will also report to the Board on any significant matters arising from the Committee's work. Evaluation The Committee shall review and reassess this Charter at least annually and, if appropriate, propose changes to the Board. The Committee shall obtain or perform an annual evaluation of the Committee's performance and make applicable recommendations. General Qualifications for Nominees: Professional Experience: Nominations to the Governance Committee should be individuals who are very senior members of a DCI Member Corp with considerable audit experience. In addition, nominees should have experience of serving on a DCI board or committee. They must also have a sound understanding of DCI’s mission as well as the ability to assess candidate skills and qualifications with a high degree of impartiality. English proficiency (both written and oral) will be essential. How can your candidate(s) strengthen the professional diversity of the Governance Committee in 2009? 3|Page

Gender Balance: DCI is committed to improving gender balance on all its boards and committees. In 2009, the Audit Committee will seek to continue to reduce the gender imbalance. Thus we encourage nominations of women to the Audit Committee. Requirements of Membership: Time Requirements The Audit Committee meets approximately four to six times per year (either by telephone or in person) as required to review nominations, conduct interviews and discuss other business. These meetings are generally one to two days in length. Conservatively, membership on the Audit Committee will require 200 hours per year, inclusive of travel time and preparation. • Must attend 6 - 8 meetings of the Governance Committee each year • 2 – 3 meetings occur several days prior to DCI Board meetings • Total time commitment is approximately 200 hours per year Financial Requirements Costs for attendance at Governance Committee meetings are borne by the committee member’s Governance body. The Governance Committee does not have technical advisors. 4|Page

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP AFFAIRS COMMITTEE CHARTER General The Membership Affairs Committee (the \"Committee\") shall be appointed by the Board of Directors of Drum Corps International (DCI) on the recommendation of the Chairperson of the Board. The primary function of the Committee is to (i) Seek input on issues affecting the DCI Membership and/or the activity in general, (ii) Maintain a list of issues for review at future meetings, (iii) Review and evaluate issues on a prioritized basis as determined by the Committee, and (iv) Develop appropriate recommendations to address the issues and communicate those recommendations to the CEO, Board of Directors and DCI Membership for their knowledge and/or implementation. The Committee shall have all authority necessary to fulfill the duties and responsibilities assigned to the Committee in this Charter or otherwise assigned to it by the Board of Directors. Composition and Delegation The Committee shall be comprised of at least four members appointed annually by the Board of Directors, on the recommendation of the Chairperson or as necessary to fill vacancies in the interim. The Chairperson of the Board of Directors shall designate one of the Committee members as Chairperson. The Board of Directors may remove any member from the Committee at any time with or without cause. The Committee when appropriate may form and delegate authority to subcommittees and may delegate authority to one or more designated members of the Committee, the Board of Directors or DCI staff. Duties and Responsibilities The Committee shall: Seek Input on Issues ● Develop and implement communication methods to encourage the provision of input from member corps, DCI office and others on issues adversely affecting the membership and/or the activity in general. ● At least annually, formally request such input from DCI members and/or others. Establish Issues List ● Develop and maintain a list of issues for review and evaluation by the Committee 1|Page

● Establish an appropriate priority level for each issue Evaluate Issues ● Based on the priority established by the Committee, review each issue and evaluate its affect on the DCI membership and/or activity in general ● Document the results of the Committee’s evaluation on the issues list Develop Recommendations ● As appropriate, develop appropriate recommendations to effectively address each issue ● Document each recommendation on the issues list Meetings and Budget In accordance with the applicable provisions of the Organization's Bylaws, as amended from time to time, the Committee shall meet at such times and places as the members deem advisable, and shall make such recommendations to the Board of Directors as the Committee considers appropriate. For corporate budgeting purposes, the Chairperson of the Committee will each year submit to the CEO an annual budget for the Committee's activities and will review status against the budget on a periodic basis. Minutes Minutes of each meeting shall be prepared by the Committee Chairperson or by his/her designee and sent to Committee members. Following an initial review by the Committee members, the Committee will provide the minutes to the DCI Membership and other pertinent parties. The Secretary of the Board of Directors shall archive the approved minutes. The Committee will also report to the DCI Membership on any significant matters arising from the Committee's work. Evaluation The Committee shall review and reassess this Charter at least annually and, if appropriate, propose changes to the Board of Directors. The Committee shall obtain or perform an annual evaluation of the Committee's performance and make applicable recommendations. 2|Page

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER The Audit Committee (the “Committee”) shall be appointed by the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Drum Corps International (the “Organization”) on the recommendation of the Chairperson of the Board. The primary function of the Committee is to select an audit firm, review their report and make recommendations to the Board. The Committee shall have all authority necessary to fulfill the duties and responsibilities assigned to the Committee in this Charter or otherwise assigned to it by the Board. The Committee shall be comprised of a minimum of three individuals, one of whom shall be a member of the Board. Each member of the Committee shall meet the membership standards required by the Board. The members of the Committee shall be appointed annually by the Board on the recommendation of the Chairperson annually or as necessary to fill vacancies in the interim. The Chairperson of the Board of Directors shall designate one of the Committee members as Chairperson. The Board may remove any member from the Committee at any time with or without cause. The Committee when appropriate may form and delegate authority to subcommittees and may delegate authority to one or more designated members of the Committee, the Board or Organization officers. Duties and Responsibilities The Committee’s responsibilities shall include: 1. Selecting the audit firm to conduct an independent audit of the Organization’s financial statements. 2. Reviewing and approving the audit scope and fees. 3. Reviewing and approving any proposed involvement of the audit firm in activities other than the annual audit. 4. Ensuring a direct line of communications with the Organization’s auditor. 5. Providing oversight of management’s performance with respect to required and recommended financial responsibilities and disclosure. 6. Consider and review with management and the auditors the adequacy of the Organization’s risk management methodology and internal controls, including computerized information system controls and security. 7. Providing oversight of the Organization’s conflict of interest policy and keeping the Board apprised of any changes required in the policy or its implementation. 8. Reviewing and addressing the management letter and auditor’s comments. 1|Page

9. Review any serious difficulties or disputes with management encountered during the course of the audits. 10. Review other matters related to the conduct of the audits that are to be communicated to the Committee under generally accepted auditing standards. 11. Review published documents containing the Organization’s financial statements and consider whether the information contained in these documents is consistent with the information contained in the financial statements. 12. Cause to be made an investigation into any matter brought to its attention within the scope of its duties, with the power to retain outside counsel for this purpose if, in its judgment, that is appropriate. 13. Make recommendations to the Board based on the Committee’s review activities. Meetings and Budget In accordance with the applicable provisions of the Organization’s Bylaws, as amended from time to time, the Committee shall meet at such times and places as the Committee deems advisable and shall make such recommendations to the Board as the Committee considers appropriate. For corporate budgeting purposes, the Chairperson of the Committee will each year submit to the CEO an annual budget for the Committee’s activities and will review status against the budget on a periodic basis. Minutes Minutes of each meeting shall be prepared by the Committee Chairperson or by his/her designee and sent to the Committee members. Following an initial review by the Committee members, the Committee will provide the minutes to the Board. The Secretary of the Organization shall archive the approved minutes. The Committee will also report to the Board on any significant matters arising from the Committee’s work. Evaluation The Committee shall review and reassess this Charter at least annually and, if appropriate, propose changes to the Board. The Committee shall obtain or perform an annual evaluation of the Committee’s performance and make applicable recommendations. 2|Page

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL IN STEP COMMITTEE CHARTER Charter The Women in DCI committee supports the participation of women in all facets of DCI and marching music performing arts, from membership to staff to leadership. The committee supports women by sponsoring events, highlighting women in the activity, providing training, identifying and tackling barriers to participation and leadership, and encouraging policy development consistent with the core values of DCI. Revised 1/2018 1|Page

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL CEO ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE CHARTER Charter Purpose: This DCI Committee establishes annual goals for and with the CEO; supports the success of the CEO; offers coaching and (other) professional development opportunities to the CEO; oversees the chief executive’s performance review; benchmarks the chief executive’s salary and benefits against peer organizations of similar size; and brings its recommendations to the DCI Board of Directors. This committee ensures: • A means of demonstrating organizational stewardship and accountability. • A means of determining further CEO professional development, education, or training. • CEO annual goals are drawn from and aligned with the organization’s Strategic Plan. • A means of documenting and maintaining alignment between goals set and achievements reached utilizing key metrics for measuring success. • Provides decision support related to CEO compensation and benchmarks. Composition: Given CEO Annual Assessment Committee’s work involves highly confidential information, such as the chief executive’s performance review, these matters are best left to the DCI board members. Therefore, the members of this committee will be: • At least one at-large DCI Board member [2019 Fran Kick] • At least one member-representative DCI Board member [2019 Jonathan Powell] • The DCI Board of Directors Chair [2019 Kathy Black] The CEO Annual Assessment Committee shall be comprised of a minimum of three individuals, all of whom shall be current members of the DCI Board of Directors. Each member of the Committee shall meet the membership standards required by the Board. The members of the Committee shall be appointed annually by the Board on the recommendation of the Board Chair annually at the January meeting or as necessary to fill vacancies in the interim. The Chair of the Board of Directors shall designate one of the Committee members as Chair of the Committee. The Board may remove any member from the Committee at any time with or without cause. The CEO Annual Assessment Committee will work with the chief executive to develop an individual performance plan for the year, including both institutional and personal goals and expectations. The committee—in cooperation with the board chair and Governance Committee Chair—will initiate and coordinate the actual performance review process, ensuring that each member of the board is aware of the process and approves the final outcome. Revised 9/2019 1|Page

Process: • The appraisal of the CEO shall be completed by this committee with input and consultation of the DCI Board of Directors. • The CEO Annual Assessment Committee will meet with the CEO specifically for reviewing the past year and for establishing the next year’s expectations and objectives. • The CEO Annual Assessment Committee, working with the CEO, will establish performance expectations and insert them in the appraisal instrument. Such expectations will reference organizational goals and the CEO’s job description as is appropriate to the appraisal. These expectations will serve as the bases for the next appraisal period. • The CEO Annual Assessment Committee shall review the current period to obtain input and data upon which to base the current appraisal. The committee will report findings and recommendations to the DCI Board of Directors. • Within one month of the meeting with the CEO, the CEO Annual Assessment Committee will complete a draft appraisal summary and provide that draft document to the CEO. • Within two weeks, the CEO will provide the Board Chair any additional input that he/she feels necessary. • Within two weeks thereafter, the CEO Annual Assessment Committee will present the CEO and the Board of Directors with the final appraisal summary and any expectations for the coming year. • The appraisal summary shall be in writing. • Compensation action may be independent of the appraisal; however, the pay decision should not be in contradiction of the “message” of the appraisal. • A copy of the CEO’s Self-Appraisal the CEO Annual Appraisal Summary will be placed in the CEO’s personnel file. Revised 9/2019 2|Page

Appendix 116: Operating Policies & Procedures for Regional or Auxiliary Divisions All-Age Exhibition Policy Standardizing policies for All-Age corps participation in DCI events. Justification statement: DCI believes that All-Age corps have value to the DCI market base. Although they are not covered under the DCI mission and by-laws, we believe that they do support and promote our goals and missions and therefore should be included in DCI events. They should not do so at the expense of DCI member corps in regard to work/adjudication opportunities and they should adhere to the same basic standards to which all DCI participating corps are required. Policy statement: All-Age corps requesting to participate in DCI events are required to complete the following: I. If only wishing to participate in one(1) show in a given season in home based event, the corps may do so by simply submitting by June 1st required legal documentation: a. Music Licensing executed agreements with rights holders of EVERY piece played b. Certificate of insurance with DCI listed as an additional insured (minimum $2M/$1M) Corps in this category will NOT receive: a. Pay for participation and are not permitted to negotiate pay with the DCI Tour Event Partner. b. Tour Event Partners are not required to provide housing and/or rehearsal for the corps, however corps is welcome to work through these issues with the TEP. c. Adjudication (sheets and/or tapes). Corps are considered in “exhibition” only. d. Participation in the DCI scheduling process. Events may be requested through the DCI office or by the DCI Tour Event Partner in accordance with the event agreement. II. If wishing to participate in more than one DCI event in any given season, the corps would then be considered “touring” and therefore must complete the following: a. Complete DCI evaluation process the initial season. This does not have to be completed in subsequent seasons unless the corps takes a year or more off of the tour, or if the corps requests to change competitive status. b. Complete all paperwork requirements annually c. Submit DCI Tour Participation fee of $250 Corps in this category WILL receive: a. An appearance fee pay if a competitive unit (exhibition units do not receive pay), administrated through DCI (not the individual tour event partner). Corps will not be permitted to negotiate additional fees. b. A minimum of day-of-event housing accommodations as laid out in the DCI Tour Event Partner agreement. c. Full adjudication services (sheets and tapes) if competitive, as well as any awards earned for competitive achievement. d. Participation in the scheduling process as outlined by the DCI participating member corps body.

Drum Corps International Evaluation Request Procedure For all new and re-emerging corps wishing to participate in the upcoming competitive season. DCI requires that your organization complete an evaluation process by a staff member from the DCI office - the DCI Open Class Coordinator, a DCI Divisional Representative or another assigned person. Your evaluations must be scheduled by January 15th and the evaluations completed by April 15th ( when possible ). The procedure for this evaluation is as follows: 1. Contact Sue Kuehnhold at the DCI office: [email protected] Please provide her with two different weekend dates that you would like for your evaluation. The evaluation must take place during a corps rehearsal or camp. Please allow sufficient time for the evaluator to meet with your board members, meet with your instructional staff members, review budgets and actual year to date financials and review all sections of the corps in a rehearsal situation. 2. The cost of the evaluation is $ 500.00 This fee is non-refundable and covers the cost of the evaluator's and other committee member time/expertise, office administration and any transportation, hotel and meals necessary for a site visit. The DCI office must receive the evaluation fee with the request for evaluation by January 15th. Please send a check payable to: Drum Corps International 110 W. Washington, Suite C, Indianapolis, IN atten: Sue Kuehnhold 3. Sue will contact the DCI Open Class coordinator to determine who is available to conduct the evaluation. The coordinator will work with and may assign a DCI Divisional Representative or staff person to complete the evaluation. At this time the evaluation will be tentatively scheduled based on evaluator availability. 4. The evaluator will contact the corps to confirm the dates and location of the evaluation. The DCI office will coordinate the travel logistics with the evaluator. The corps is not responsible for making any reservations unless previously agreed by all parties. 5. After the evaluation is completed the evaluator must complete and turn in a written report to the office within 15 days. The corps will then be notified of the evaluator's recommendations and the decision of the DCI Participation Review Committee or Divisional Advisory Committee regarding the corps status for the upcoming season based on the evaluation process. This conference call typically takes place after all evaluations are completed in late April. 6. The respective DCI Divisional Representative will be notified at this time of the DCI Participation Review Committee or the Divisional Advisory Committee's decision(s) to insure consistent implementation of the evaluation recommendations regarding contest scheduling. 7. Prior to the evaluation taking place units may request show performance dates within their division or the national DCI Open Class schedule with their evaluator. Units will not actually be assigned show schedule slots until after the evaluation has been processed and approved. DCIEvaluationRequestProcedure.doc Rev. C 1-19-03 original date // last revision 10-30-09

Drum Corps International Evaluation Process Overview This process overview is to give new and re-emerging corps an idea of what areas will be assessed and requirements requested during the evaluation. This process will assist the DCI Board of Directors and divisional Advisory Committees in determining the credibility of a new or re-emerging organization for the purpose of participating in contests, sponsoring a contest and/or any other action consistent with becoming an active member of DCI, DCI Open Class, DCI Atlantic, DCI Central and/or DCI Pacific. A required on-site evaluation of the organization will be conducted at the corps expense by a DCI Board, DCI Open Class Advisory Board, DCI Atlantic, DCI Central or DCI Pacific Advisory Committee Member. Request for an on-site evaluation must be made by January 15th of the desired year of participation. All on-site evaluations must be completed by April 15th of the same year. The DCI representative will provide the DCI Board and/or Advisory Committee with a written report and recommendations within fifteen (15) days of the visit. The report will cover the following: ADMINISTRATIVE/FISCAL: 1. Status of DCI required paperwork (secure copies): • 501(c)3 documentation. If it has been applied for but not yet received, copy of application and cancelled check must be supplied. If different name appears on document, the named organization must have official letter from board naming corps as falling under that umbrella. • Articles of Incorporation • Organizational/By-laws • Insurance (organization, board, building/rehearsal facilities, unit members, misc.) • List of current board members with contact information and current organizational chart 2. Formal Budget: • Three year budget/business plan • Income collection procedures • Current cash flow projections • Outstanding loans/leases • Accounts receivable and payable • List of booster club members (secure copy)

3. Fundraising Methods and Sources of Income: • Tuition/tour fees • Bingo or other consistent income source • Performance fees • Sponsored shows • Misc. fundraisers 4. Administrative Staff in Attendance and on Roster (secure copy). 5. Make up of Administrative Staff: • Paid or volunteer • Outside employment • Number of years with management/administrative experience 6. Facilities: • Offices • Hall • Rehearsal sites PRODUCTION: 1. Number of Instructional Staff in Attendance and on Roster (secure copy) 2. Make up of Instructional Staff • Number of Professional Educators • Average number of years of teaching experience, etc. 3. Number of Unit Members in Attendance and on the Roster (secure copy) 4. Make up of Unit Membership • Average age • Number from within 50 mile radius • Number with previous experience, etc. 5. Number of Members the Unit plans to Field 6. Estimated Number of Performances: • Local/community • Days planed on tour/championships • Requested DCI performances 7. Title and Theme of Field Show Program: • Proof of music licensing agreements (secure copies)

8. Percentage (%) of Program Completed: • Designed (music and visual charts) • Taught (music and visual) • Timetable for completion. 9. Support Staff in Attendance and on Roster (secure copy) FIXED ASSETS: 1. Performance Equipment Status: • Number of owned/leased/borrowed brass instruments • Number of owned/leased/borrowed percussion instruments • Number of owned/leased/borrowed guard equipment • General condition 2. Uniform Status (number owned/leased/borrowed and condition) 3. Transportation Status: • Number of buses owned/leased/chartered • Number of trucks owned/leased/chartered • Number of trailers owned/leased/chartered • Source of drivers, volunteer and/or professional • Schedule of vehicle maintenance • Fleet Insurance HEALTH AND SAFETY: 1. Food Preparation Procedures: • Menus, meals per day (hot/cold) • Variety of fresh produce, milk, etc. • Budget per person per day • Equipment utilized for preparation and storage • Support staff (volunteer and/or professional) and number present 2. Emergency Forms: • Medical releases • Hospital procedures • Contact lists • Emergency procedures 3. Travel Procedures: • Number of night drives • Rest stops

• Miles per run between shows • Drivers available, regular/relief 4. First Aid: • Training for staff and volunteers • Supplies • Procedures Additional interview and observation information should be utilized in the development of the evaluation report. Upon receiving the written evaluation report, the DCI, DCI Open Class Advisory Board and/or divisional Advisory Board will review the result and provide the DCI office with a recommendation regarding the participation and scheduling of the unit in DCI contests. Adopted 12/1999 // last revision 10-30-07

Drum Corps International Going USA! This process overview is to give international visiting corps an idea of what areas will be assessed and requirements requested during to participate on the DCI Summer Tour. This process will assist the DCI Board of Directors and divisional Advisory Committees in determining the credibility organizations for the purpose of participating in contests and/or any other action consistent with becoming an active participant of DCI, DCI Open Class, DCI Atlantic, DCI Central and/or DCI Pacific. Paperwork Requirements: ADMINISTRATIVE 1. Corporate status documents of participating corps (secure copies): • Tax status declaration documentation from country of origin. If it has been applied for but not yet received, copy of application and cancelled check must be supplied. If different name appears on document, the named organization must have official letter from board naming corps as falling under that umbrella. • Articles of Incorporation • Organizational/By-laws • Insurance (organization, board, building/rehearsal facilities, unit members, misc.) • List of current board members/directors/admin team with contact information and current organizational chart 2. Touring Plan: • Petition to participate in DCI Summer Tour • Dates of performance availability with estimated number of competitions vs. sight-seeing opportunities requested • Competitive declaration (International Class, Open Class) • Region/airport of arrival and departure dates from states • Mode of travel for members and equipment and any help needed in procuring transportation needs • Housing desire (stay in local schools, hotel, etc.) • Food preparation plan 3. Formal Budget: • Tour budget and daily cash flow projections • Methods of funding

PRODUCTION 1. Number and Make up of Instructional Staff • Total number of staff and break-out of areas teaching • Number of Professional Educators • Average number of years of teaching experience, etc. 2. Number and Make up of Unit Membership planning to field • Average age • Scholastic participation • Complete member roster with dates-of-birth and contact e-mail 3. Title and Theme narrative of production: • Proof of music licensing agreements (secure copies) • Instrumentation • Design and instructional team • Corps history, contact info and other program book information 4. Number and Make-up of Support Staff Upon receiving the written documentation, the DCI, DCI Open Class Advisory Board and/or divisional Advisory Board will review the result and provide the DCI office with a recommendation regarding the participation and scheduling in DCI contests. Important Contacts: The following people will help you in creating your tour. It is best to start the process in the fall or winter prior to your trip to the states. We even suggest that a visit to the previous year’s world championships is something that you should consider as we can meet with you and begin individualizing a plan to your needs. DCI can also be helpful in suggesting housing and transportation options to you if we have information well enough in advance. Sue Kuehnhold, DCI Director of Events & Corps Relations [email protected] David Eddleman, DCI Open Class Coordinator [email protected] Jeff Cox, DCI Housing Coordinator [email protected] Adopted 11/2010// last revision 11/2011

Drum Corps International Open Class Operating Policies Membership in the Drum Corps International Open Class is open to all junior drum and bugle corps who have applied for, and meet all requirements as stated by the DCI Open Class Membership Criteria. Each organization agrees to abide by the Operating Policies of the Drum Corps International Open Class and the by-laws of Drum Corps International. Section 1.0 DCI Open Class Membership: 1.1 Voting Member: 1.1.1 Pay annual fees as determined by the current DCI Open Class Fees Schedule 1.1.2 Document. Fees are due and payable at the DCI Open Class annual meeting. Unit must be “member in good standing” All required paperwork is current and 1.1.3 on file with the DCI office. Unit may not have any outstanding penalties / fines / debts with the DCI office or contest sponsors from any previous competitive 1.1.4 season. Unit must have competed in at least ( 2 ) DCI Open Class Events in the preceding 1.1.5 season. 1.1.6 NOTE: Stand still performances and other limited performances do not count as competitive show performances. Director must attend the DCI Open Class annual meeting (or send another representative within the same organization with written proxy). The director or corps representative is defined as the person designated by each corps Board of Directors to represent the corps at all DCI Open Class meetings. Follow operating policies brought forth by Drum Corps International and the DCI Open Class. Approved by the DCI Open Class membership after submittal of application at the next DCI Open Class meeting. 1.2 Classifications: 1.2.1 Each unit must have a minimum of 30 performing members. 1.2.4 Units in each division shall have a minimum show length of 8 minutes 30 seconds ( 8-1/2 minutes ) and a maximum of 11 minutes 30 seconds ( 11-1/2 minutes ). 1.2.5 All units will abide by the competitive rules as defined in the Drum Corps International Rule Book ( current year ) and approved by the DCI Board of Directors membership. 1.3 Affiliate: 1.3.1 New or re-emerging unit that did not field a competitive unit in the previous season. NOTE: stand still performances and other limited performances do not count as competitive show performances when determining membership status. original 12/01/02 rev. N 9/19/08 Proposal 1

1.3.2 Pay annual dues as determined by the current DCI Open Class Fees Schedule 1.3.3 Document. Fees are due and payable at the DCI Open Class annual meeting. 1.3.4 Director must attend the DCI Open Class annual meeting ( or send another representative within the same organization with written proxy ). 1.3.5 Unit must go through DCI Evaluation process and meet “member in good standing” requirements. Voting members will approve application(s) at the DCI Open Class annual meeting after presentation and discussion. Allowed a voice, but not a vote in all matters and issues of policy. 1.4 International Units: 1.4.1 Any “visiting” corps not from N. America must participate in the Open Class tour 1.4.2 prior to championships. 1.4.3 Section 4.8 applies for seeding into prelims. No other special exemptions shall be 1.4.4 guaranteed. The DCI executive director, Open Class coordinator and Advisory Comm. will 1.4.5 reserve the right to allow additional performance opportunities for such corps based on a “unique” value to the activity. 1.4.6 A “visiting” corps that is not in compliance with any DCI competitive regulations 1.4.7 must declare International Division. These units will compete within the Open Class venues and may advance into the finals performance. In this situation, an additional performance slot(s) would be added to allow for an International division unit(s).No Open Class member corps will be replaced by a finalist International division corps from any advancement to the next round of competition and or medal contention]. A “visiting” corps that is in compliance with all of the DCI competitive regulations must declare Open Class. A “visiting” corps declaring Open Class will compete with their North American counterparts with no exemptions. These units are able to advance as far as their performance (scoring) will allow, including advancing into finals as a member of the top 12. Additional finalist slots will not be added due to the advancement of these units. These units will not be eligible to compete for the International Division Champion title. A not in compliance “visiting” corps must make the Open Class Finals to be declared the International Division Champion. All “visiting” corps must send a representative to the DCI Open Class annual meeting to receive their summer touring schedule. Section 2.0 DCI Open Class Advisory Committee: 2.1 Composition and Elections: 2.1.1 Comprised of seven ( 7 ) members elected by voting members. 2.1.2 Directors of units “Not in Good Standing” with Drum Corps International may not serve on the committee. 2.1.3 The DCI Open Class Coordinator shall participate on the Advisory Committee in a non-voting capacity. original 12/01/02 rev. N 9/19/08 Proposal 2

2.1.4 The Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson are one ( 1 ) year positions to be elected 2.1.5 annually by the body immediately following election of Advisory Committee members. 2.1.6 Each Advisory Committee member term is for three ( 3 ) years, effective 2.1.7 following the end of the annual meeting that the Advisory Committee member was elected and ending three ( 3 ) years later after the end of the same said annual meeting. Terms shall be staggered in a mathematically equal manner. Two ( 2 ) positions expire in 2004. Two ( 2 ) positions expire in 2005. Three ( 3 ) positions expire in 2006. In the event of an Advisory Committee position becoming vacant, that position will be elected for the remainder of the term by general election at the next meeting of the full membership. Elections to be held at the DCI Open Class annual meeting. Nominee’s to be presented by the current Advisory Committee. Nominations from the floor will also be accepted. Simple majority vote of members present is required to be elected to the Advisory Committee. 2.2 Advisory Committee Responsibilities: 2.2.1 The Chairperson will represent the body at the DCI member annual meeting and 2.2.2 the DCI Board of Directors meetings. 2.2.3 Meet to resolve issues and approve new or re-emerging unit evaluation results as 2.2.4 called by the chairperson. 2.2.5 Plan annual meeting agenda and advise DCI office on all issues of policy and scheduling that pertain to the Open Class. Review all appeals submitted by units regarding fines or penalties issued by the DCI office for operational or competitive infractions where appropriate. The Chairperson will assign a nominating committee chairperson to present candidates at the Open Class annual meeting and appoint a recording secretary to keep meeting minutes. Section 3.0 DCI Open Class Performance Pay: 3.1 Performance Pay scales to be approved by the body at an annual meeting. Placement from the previous year’s DCI World Championships may be utilized in those determinations. 3.2 The Pay Scale objectives are: - Provide funds to help corps offset the cost of attending shows. - Recognize and reward corps that participate in more shows. - Create an incentive for those corps who have a higher level of participation in those shows. - Continue to keep the financial burden reasonable for Open Class show sponsors and fans. 3.3 Performance pay scales are for the Open Class regular season shows – the DCI World Championships performance pay scale is determined by the DCI office. 3.4 See the DCI Open Class Fees Schedule Document for current performance fees and pay scales. original 12/01/02 rev. N 9/19/08 Proposal 3