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Nominations Committee Chair Updateby Michael H. Wall MD, FCCM, FASA
The true strength of SOCCA lies in its members’ incredible talent, passion, and energy. Volunteering is one of the most meaningful ways to contribute to our community, and each year the SOCCA Nominations Committee helps guide this process by reviewing nominees and preparing the election ballot for Officer and Director positions.
In this election cycle, SOCCA will elect two members to the Board of Directors (3-year terms) and seek a Secretary (1-year term). The Bylaws were amended in late 2024 to transition Officer terms from two years to one year. This means that officers will now succeed in new positions annually, and starting with this election cycle, a new secretary will be elected each year.
To help members better understand SOCCA’s evolving governance structure, we’ve provided resources here: updated Society Bylaws, criteria for evaluating volunteer leaders, and the newly implemented Committee Policy.
Looking ahead, we are also excited to share that in 2026, additional opportunities to serve will be available on SOCCA committees, including Clinical Practice, Communication, Education, Membership, and Research.
For those interested in elected positions (Director or Secretary), please send a letter of interest, a photograph, and a curriculum vitae. The Call for Volunteers will open on November 1, 2025, and close on December 31, 2025. Newly elected leaders and appointed committee volunteers will officially begin their service at the Annual Business Meeting in early May 2026 at the IARS/SOCCA Annual Meeting in Canada.
If you have any questions about these opportunities, please contact SOCCA Society Director Jennifer Rzepka, CAE. She will be happy to connect you with the right resources.
We look forward to your enthusiasm, engagement, and leadership as we continue growing. Thank you for all you do to make SOCCA such a vibrant and inspiring community! AuthorMichael H. Wall MD, FCCM, FASA
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