Coordinates activities of all the various groups of the YUB, and thus must be omniscient, omnipotent, and present at a lot of the events. The General Manager position holds much responsibility, mainly keeping Mr. Duffy from worrying over operations of the bands. Works with the Business Manager to ensure the YCB and YJE operate smoothly. Quick decision-making organization, and initiative are essential. Specifically, GMs must set up and break down equipment for all YUBs, work with percussion leaders to transport equipment whenever necessary, organize work crews, and make sure that rehearsal and performance venues look better after an event when they are done cleaning up.
GMs are the first people who want to move things or make things happen.
Responsible for recording and encouraging attendance. The P.R. person publicizes and promotes the YUBs in all forms agreeable with the Bands office. Provides opportunities for YUB social gatherings. Two obligatory functions are all concert band receptions and the annual YUB Banquet. Social chairs work with the dining halls to provide the YPMB with lunches on football game days.