CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE NAMEC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
THE DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION SUBMISSIONS IS NOVEMBER 30TH, 2026
This is a call for nominations to fill open seats for the NAMEC Board of Directors.
- 1 Secretary (must be a current BOD member)
- One Director Position (3-year term)
Duties of Directors
- Directors must be willing to, at minimum, attend 1 face-to face board meeting per year (usually held during the Alliance for Continuing Education in the Health Professions Annual Conference), participate on Board conference calls (approximately monthly) and participate with standing and ad hoc committees as requested by the President
- Directors must be willing to Chair standing and ad hoc committees as requested by the President
- Directors should also be willing to serve as an officer of the organization (officer nominees must come from the current members of the Board)
Qualifications of Nominees
- Nominees should be employed by a NAMEC member organization and have at least 3 years’ experience in the CE/CPD industry
- All nominees should possess leadership ability, a high degree of personal and professional integrity, and the ability to recruit members to the organization and volunteers to support our activities
- In addition, the organization encourages individuals with one or more of the following characteristics, which have been identified as critical skills/qualifications for Board members:
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- Familiarity with changes in healthcare and medical education, particularly the role of CE/CPD in improving the quality and safety of patient care
- CE/CPD regulatory expertise
- Experience related to MEC public relations and/or advocacy
- Strong skills in business, marketing, and/or communications
- Knowledge of adult education principles
Nomination and Election Process
- To be eligible for nomination, candidates must be members of organizations that meet the definition of “full voting”
- Any representative of a “full voting” organization may make a nomination, including a self-nomination.
- Candidates must submit the following information to the NAMEC Business Office, info@NAMEC-assn.org by November 30th, 2026
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- A biographical sketch of no more than 350 words
- A “statement of philosophy” pertinent to the goals and mission of the organization of no more than 350 words
- The Nomination and Elections Committee will review the submissions, prepare the slate of candidates, and email a ballot to the “primary” member of each “full voting” organization.
- All ballots (1 from each member organization) must be cast on or before December 18th, 2026
- The results of the election will be announced on or before December 31st, 2026
Candidates should expect an email acknowledging receipt of their submission from the NAMEC business office. If an acknowledgement is not received, please call 205-824-7612 to ensure your submission is received.
NAMEC Board of Directors’ and Officers’ Code of Ethics
NAMEC board members have an obligation to do more than just meet legal standards. NAMEC board members are expected to meet standards of conduct as well. All board members must agree to uphold the NAMEC Board of Directors Code of Ethics statement upon election to the Board.
NAMEC Board of Directors’ and Officers’ Code of Ethics statement
As a member of the NAMEC Board of Directors I will:
- Ensure that my fiduciary duty to NAMEC is the foundation for all of my actions as a Board member
- Represent the interests of all members served by NAMEC
- Refrain from using my service on the NAMEC Board primarily for my own personal advantage
- Keep confidential any information so designated by the Board of Directors
- Approach all Board issues with an open mind, listen respectfully to the opinions of my Board colleagues, and make decisions based on the best interests of NAMEC and its members
- Act with the authority of NAMEC only when such authority is delegated to me by the Board or the bylaws
- Sign or e-mail an agreement attesting to this policy
All interested candidates should forward their biographical sketch and statement of philosophy to the NAMEC Business Office by November 30th, 2026.
Email: info@NAMEC-assn.org
Website: http://www.NAMEC-assn.org
If you have questions regarding the nominations process or the duties of Officers and Directors, please contact Kurt Boyce at kboyce@appliedcme.com.
Interested in serving NAMEC but not ready for a multi-year Board commitment? We invite you to lend your talents through our ad hoc, time-limited committees. These focused opportunities let you make a meaningful contribution to the organization while working within a defined timeframe.
We are currently seeking volunteers for the following committees:
• Request for Proposals (RFPs)
• New Member Recruitment
• Quarterly Webinar Planning
• Social Media and Marketing
Whether you are an experienced CE/CPD professional or looking to become more involved in the NAMEC community, your expertise and perspective are needed. To express your interest, please email the NAMEC Business Office at info@NAMEC-assn.org.
