Still Time to Nominate A Leader

Share your vision for higher education procurement. Join the NAEP National Board of Directors and advance yourself, your school, and your profession.

This year, we have several open positions on the board as current members roll off at the conclusion of their service terms. Now is your opportunity to help shape the future of higher education procurement.

What are we looking for?
NAEP values and seeks diverse leadership as defined by race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, appearance, geographic location, professional level, etc. It seeks leaders from all types and sizes of eligible institutions. The Nominating Committee has identified a number of desired attributes that will be part of the selection process for new Board Members.

• Demonstrated leadership commitment and involvement with NAEP and the nonprofit community. Examples include but are not limited to service on an NAEP committee, council, task force, and/or obtained the CPSM, CPPB or CPPO credential.
• Recognized leader in the association community. Examples include but are not limited to serving as a Regional Leader. Serving on a regional committee, council, task force, or philanthropic organization.
• Relevant expertise in the disciplines of organizational management. Examples include but are not limited to branding, fundraising, component relations, finance, international, and strategic alliances.
• Commitment to participate in 2-3 face to face board meetings a year and a monthly teleconference. The Boards Members are asked to be NAEP champions at all meetings and events.
• Positive leadership attributes, emotional intelligence, ability to work collaboratively, and engage in appropriate debate and discussion when needed.
• Visionary and strategic thinker. Demonstrated ability of new and innovative programs within their sphere of influence. Examples include but are not limited to incorporating strategy, leadership, future focus, risk taking, and an entrepreneur spirit.

We are still currently accepting nominations for the NAEP 2nd Vice President and Treasurer, as well as the District Representative to the Board from District 1.

If you are interested in serving, or know of potential board members you would like to recommend, please contact Kelly Kozisek, NAEP Immediate Past President and Nominating Committee Chair. Nominations must be received by October 31, 2017. Upon receipt of nominations the committee will select two candidates per open position to run for election from February 6, 2018 through March 6, 2018.