AMIA Elections and Nominations

The Chair-Elect is an officer of AMIA.  The Chair-Elect will be a member of AMIA in good standing who has demonstrated commitment, active service and leadership, and is committed to furthering AMIA’s mission and vision. The Chair-Elect will have served previously as a member of the AMIA Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors is the principal policy making body of AMIA as set forth in the AMIA bylaws and articles of incorporation. The strategic plan is set by the Board in accordance with AMIA’s mission. The Board is responsible for ensuring AMIA is meeting our strategic goals and that our finances are sound. The Board is accountable to AMIA’s members. Each Board member is expected to be a committed and participating part of the Board of Directors and be a member of AMIA in good standing.

Board members are expected to:

• Support the mission of the organization
• Attend board meetings as an active, prepared participant
• Keep board materials and board conversations confidential
• Attend AMIA meetings and membership events
• Serve as liaisons to committees and task forces
• Understand governing, board oversight, and fiduciary responsibilities
• Provide a financial contribution to the LEAD Fund (100% participation is sought)
• Respond timely to organizational requests
• Speak knowledgeably and as one voice for AMIA