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NOMINATION DEADLINE: December 1, 2025
To start a nomination, click "Begin Nomination" at the top of the page.
Thank you for your interest in the Board of Directors of Association Forum. Association Forum is governed by a diverse board consisting of 13 members, which includes both association professionals and supporting members such as consultants, industry suppliers, and staff from destination marketing organizations. This leadership group plays a vital role in the success of the Association Forum. Each board member serves a three-year term, starting on April 1st.
There are four vacancies on the 2026-2029 Board of Directors. Association Forum is seeking nominations for the following positions:
- One officer position (Secretary-Treasurer). Member must have served on the Board of Directors for one term to be eligible.
- Two association professional members (individuals working at an association).
- One supporting member (individuals working at an industry supplier, a destination marketing organization (DMO), or a consulting firm).
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a member in good standing of Association Forum with extensive leadership and management experience.
- Must be either an association professional or a supporting member.
- For the Officer position, a member must have served at least one year on Association Forum's Board of Directors and been a regular member of Association Forum for at least five years.
Nomination Process:
You may nominate yourself or someone else. If you or someone you know meets the nominating criteria below and is willing to serve on the Board, please complete the online nomination form. Once the nomination has been reviewed and the requirements have been met, staff will provide either you or the candidate with a link to the board application.
All 2026-2029 Board of Directors cycle applications are due no later than Monday, December 1, 2025.
Nominating Criteria:
The Nominating Committee will evaluate board candidates based on their background, including their credentials, past leadership experience, and association industry tenure; their Association Forum experience, including their past involvement in Association Forum committees and programs; and their personal characteristics, including their communication skills, leadership style, and commitment to inclusion for all leaders.
There are five key selection categories:
- Background: What is your association industry experience? Do you have previous board experience? Do you have a CAE?
- Association Forum experience: How long have you been a member, and what activities have you been involved in?
- Personal characteristics: Are you approachable and visionary with a strategic mindset? Do you uphold high ethical standards? As a board member, you are not just a participant; you are a role model. Demonstrating strong leadership qualities is essential to your success in this position.
- Board diversity: Association Forum is dedicated to diversity in all respects— gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, experience level, and even type, size, and kind of organization. What unique attributes would you bring to the board’s composition?
- Your commitment to active leadership: In addition to our three annual board meetings, will you be prepared to attend Holiday Showcase, Honor's Gala, education sessions, and other events throughout your term?
Timetable and Key Actions:
- Call for Board Nominations opens October 15, 2025
- Completed nominations are due by 11:59 pm CT December 1, 2025
- Members selected for interviews will be notified By December 19, 2025
- Candidate interviews will be conducted (virtual) January 14, 2026
To start a nomination, click "Begin Nomination" at the top of the page.