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Candidate Statements for 2024-2026 Term

National NAI Board of Directors

Job Descriptions

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President

The President of the Board of Directors shall be President of the corporation, and subject to the direction and oversight of the Board of Directors, Shall: (a) exercise supervision over the business and affairs of the corporation; (b) see that all orders and resolutions of the Board of Directors are carried into effect; and (c) perform all other duties incident to the office of the President and as from time to time may be assigned to the President by the Board of Directors.

Vice President for Administration

The Vice President for Administration of the Board of Directors shall be the Vice President for Administration of the corporation, and preside of all corporate meetings in the absence of the President. The Vice President for Administration shall act as a liaison between the Board of Directors and any standing or special committees assigned to him or her, and perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or the Board of Directors. The Vice-President for Administration shall appoint the chair of the Nominations and Elections Committee, subject to the approval of the Board of Directors. In the event of the prolonged absence or disability of the President, the Vice President for Administration shall be the acting President, and as such, the acting President shall have all the authority and duties vested in the President.

Vice President for Programs

The Vice President for Programs of the Board of Directors shall be the Vice President for Programs of the corporation. The Vice President for Programs shall act as the liaison between the Board of Directors and any standing or special committees assigned to him or her, serve as the board liaison for the corporation’s program activities and the Advisory Council, and perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or the Board of Directors. In the event of the prolonged absence or disability of the President, and if the Board of Directors determines the Vice President for Administration is unable to be the acting President, the Vice President for Programs shall be the acting President, and as such, the acting President shall have all the authority and duties vested in the President.

Treasurer

The Treasurer of the Board of Directors shall be the Treasurer of the corporation. The Treasurer shall review the complete books, record of accounts, and financial reports (including annual reports) prepared and kept by the corporation’s staff, and perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or the Board of Directors.

Secretary

The Secretary of the Board of Directors shall be the Secretary of the corporation. The Secretary shall keep corporate records and minutes of all membership and board meetings and other duties incident to the office of Secretary. The Secretary shall collect and insure the publication of committee meeting minutes. The Secretary shall also perform such other duties as from time to time are assigned by the President or Board of Directors.

Member-Nominated Board Position

Attends minimum of two Board meetings, annual general membership meeting held during the NAI National Conference, and other meetings as necessary.
 Participates in task forces or committee work when applicable.
 Volunteers for and accepts assignments and completes them thoroughly and on time.
 Stays informed about the Association, board and committee matters. Prepares for meetings. Reviews and comments on minutes and reports.
 Is an active participant in the Board’s planning efforts.

Important Dates

These dates are approximate and can change slightly from year to year.

February 1
NAI Board of Directors appoints the Nominations & Elections Committee (“Committee”)

March 1
NAI announces the Call for Nominations for open positions

May 31
Deadline for submitting a nomination

June-July
Committee goes through the vetting process of those nominated

August 15
Committee finalizes the slate of candidates and notifies all those nominated

August 30
All candidate statements, bios and photos will have been posted on the NAI website

September 1
Electronic ballots mailed to all current members of NAI

September 21
Voting period ends (end of third week in September)

October 1
Committee Chair sends election report to the NAI Secretary for certification; all candidates are notified of results; results posted on NAI website and announced to members

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