JAVS Fall 2022

2023 AVS Executive Board Nominations

The Nominations Committee of the AVS Executive Board is seeking nominations for President-Elect and four Member-at-Large positions commencing July 1, 2023 .

Member-At-Large terms are three years (July 1, 2023-July 1, 2026). The term for President-Elect is three years, followed by a three-year term as AVS President. Any AVS member in good standing who is a U. S. citizen and/or U. S. resident is eligible to be nominated. About the Nominations and Election Process – How to Submit a Nomination Nominees should be highly motivated and prepared for significant service assignments and committee work to further the aims and programs of the society. Committees meet monthly and the full board meets quarterly, and board members are expected to commit to accomplishing concrete goals and objectives that serve the mission of the AVS. As the AVS implements objectives toward increasing equity and inclusion in the field, these will inform the following goal areas of: fundraising and development; marketing, advertising and vendor relations; community development; and expanding educational offerings for violists of all levels and interests. In keeping with our commitment to serve a diverse constituency of violists and viola enthusiasts, the AVS especially encourages nominations from groups currently underrepresented within its membership, including by race, gender identity, and career focus (such a pre-college, K-12 or Suzuki educators, orchestral violists, and amateur violists). Nominations of individuals with expertise in development, finance, social media/web development, and organizing events (such as festivals and workshops) are also encouraged. AVS members are encouraged to send recommendations for nominees (self-nominations are allowed), and all nominees must be AVS members. Non-AVS members are encouraged to join or renew their memberships to be eligible to participate in the process. To submit a nomination or self-nomination, send an email to nominations@americanviolasociety.org by January 31, 2023 . The email should have the subject “AVS Nominations” and should include the following information: • Name of the nominee • Email address of the nominee • Name of the nominator (if not a self-nomination) • Position the nominee would like to fill (President-Elect or Board Member-At-Large) • Personal statement by the nominee (up to 500 words) to include: (1) Specific relevant experience (organizational experience, development/other service experience) (2) Existing AVS initiatives to which you bring special experience (3) New or unique perspectives you would like bring to the AVS (4) Previous service to the AVS Nominees are encouraged to consult the information provided above about AVS board responsibilities and needs, in order to provide specifics about how they may fit these criteria. • A bio (up to 100 words) • Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a link (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.) of a brief video (max 2 minutes) in which the candidate introduces themselves, shares their vision for the AVS and outlines their relevant skills and experience.

See below for detailed nomination guidelines, eligibility requirements, board responsibilities, and an explanation of the nominations and election process.

Journal of the American Viola Society / Vol. 38, No. 2, Fall 2022

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