Leadership Nominations

The President-Elect position begins a three-year leadership commitment: one year as President-Elect, followed by one year as President and one year as Immediate Past President. The President serves as AIEA’s chief elected leader, chairs the Board of Directors, partners closely with the Chief Executive Officer, represents AIEA and its members, and helps ensure that the Board remains focused on AIEA’s mission, strategy, and long-term organizational health.

Who can run for AIEA President-Elect?

All AIEA members are eligible. We are currently accepting self nominations. If you know of a strong candidate, please encourage them to submit a nomination.

Selection Process

The Governance Committee will review all applications and identify candidates to invite for an interview. Candidates will be evaluated using the responsibilities and criteria for the position as well as the leadership needs of AIEA and the Board. Following interviews, the Governance Committee will recommend final candidates for member voting.

Leadership Criteria

Candidates for AIEA President-Elect should demonstrate strength in the following areas:

1. Demonstrated understanding of AIEA’s mission, governance framework, and strategic priorities.
2. Strong governance, leadership, and ethical judgment.
3. Ability to build consensus and lead diverse volunteer communities.
4. Professional credibility and capacity to serve as an ambassador for the association and the field.
5. Demonstrated commitment, availability, and readiness to fulfill the responsibilities of the presidency.

Application Materials Needed for This Form:

1. Contact Information (including a short professional bio, max. 75 words)
2. Current CV
3. Letter of Interest (max. 1000 words):Please upload a personal statement that explains your interest in serving as President-Elect and your qualifications, addressing the five attributes mentioned above. You do not need to address every point separately, however please include specific examples that support your candidacy. We encourage a cohesive statement that helps the Governance Committee understand how you lead, how you think, and why you want to lead AIEA at this particular moment. Please note that this statement – or an abridged version of it – will be shared with all members in the event that you are put forth as a final candidate for voting.

Candidate Interviews

Following review of application materials, select candidates will be invited to participate in a virtual interview with members of the Governance Committee.