Primary Role: Assists president in the planning and administration of all chapter activities and assumes presidency in the president’s absence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works closely with president in development/update of the chapter’s strategic plan.
• Chairs membership and at least one other key program committee.
• In the president’s absence,
  • Presides over executive committee and board of directors meetings;
  • Serves as the chapter’s official representative and spokesperson to the local media, public and institutions; and
  • Serves as primary liaison to the national association.

Elected By: Board of Directors

Length of Term: One year

Staff Support: Chapter Administrator

Qualifications:

• Membership in the chapter and national association
• Demonstrated leadership in a volunteer environment
• A commitment to the chapter and its values, and an understanding of the chapter’s objectives, organization, and services
• Knowledge of and influence in the chapter’s industry/profession.
• Ability to understand and communicate ideas