Looking for a Few Good Candidates

After several years of rethinking and restructuring, 2010 represented the first financially positive year in many for IDSA. Continuing into 2011, the society has now demonstrated consistent financial discipline and stability. Our next challenge is to continue making the changes you said we need to make. This involves enhancing our services and programs and smartly growing in ways that are relevant to you and the design community at-large. This will only be possible with member support in helping the Nomination and Election Committee identify the right candidates from our membership to serve on the Board of Directors. From July 11 until Aug. 12 the official call is open! Offer your recommendations.

Last year the governance of the organization was strengthened by your vote to change the bylaws to offset the terms of half of the board. This overlapping of the board from year to year has helped to create a continuity of knowledge and direction within the leadership of the organization. Read more about recent developments of the organization, CEO Report and Chairman Message.

The following positions are open for election, will take place Oct. 1 through Oct. 31.

IDSA Chair-Elect

For the first time this year, members will vote for the Chair-Elect position. This is a one-year term and then that person automatically assumes the position of Board Chairman. IDSA's Chairman serves the entire membership and works with the CEO in the best interests of the organization.

Read more about the roles and responsibilities of the Chairman and Chairman-Elect.

IDSA Northeast District VP

Runs the annual spring Design Dialogue conference, presides at its district officers meeting, supports chapter growth in the district and serves as a member of the IDSA Board of Directors.

Read more about the roles and responsibilities of the District VP.

IDSA Mideast District VP

Runs the annual spring Design Dialogue conference, presides at its district officers meeting, supports chapter growth in the district and serves as a member of the IDSA Board of Directors.

Read more about the roles and responsibilities of the District VP.

Education VP

Leads the education council in their efforts to develop and support the highest levels of undergraduate and graduate design education. This involves content review, development and management for publications, conference and other events for the industrial design education community. The EVP also serves as a member of the IDSA Board of Directors.

Read more about the roles and responsibilities of the Education VP.

Professional Interest Section VP

The Professional Interest Section Vice President promotes, monitors and nurtures section activity and effectiveness and represents the sections’ concerns as a voice on the Board of Directors.

Read more about the roles and responsibilities of the Professional Interest Section VP.

At-Large Director

The two (2) At-Large Directors shall represent the general interests of the Society and the membership at large. They shall consult, investigate and research such matters affecting the profession, and provide such information and reports to the Board of Directors as requested or as deemed advisable.