CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 BOARD RESPONSIBILITY The Board of Directors is responsible for defining ISCA’s strategic vision and is accountable for the overall health of ISCA’s programs, organizational culture, and fiscal affairs. Board Members fill positions of Executive and Officer roles to fulfill this duty.
QUALIFICATIONS
Eligible nominees must meet the following criteria:
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TIMELINE
- Nominations Open: September 1 - 11, 2026
- Member Voting Opens: October 5, 2026
- Member Voting Closes: November 4, 2026
- New Term Begins: November 14, 2026
Nominations are for a seat on the Board, not a specific role, so please nominate yourself or someone you would think would contribute to defining ISCA’s strategic vision and is accountable for the overall health of ISCA’s programs, organizational culture, and fiscal affairs.
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TERMS AND LIMITS
The Board of Directors recently adopted terms and limits for the Board of Directors in the Bylaws.
Board members shall serve two-year (2) terms and are eligible for renewal for the following limited terms:
● Up to 2 years in Treasurer/Secretary/Member role
● Up to 2 years in the Vice President role
● Up to 2 years in the President role
● Up to 1 year in the Past President role (this is a newly added role to the Board and will be held by the outgoing President for each Board. As a result, no voting is required for this role).
BOARD ROLES
PRESIDENT
The President shall have general supervision of the Corporation’s affairs and duties as are incident to the office or are properly required by a resolution passed by the Board. The President shall preside at all meetings of the membership. The President shall have the following duties:
• They shall preside over all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, set the agenda in advance, and guide productive discussions.
• They shall provide general superintendence and direction of all other officers of this Corporation and see that their duties are properly performed. They shall ensure the Board follows the organization's bylaws, conflict-of-interest policies, legal and tax regulations, and any relevant guidelines or policies that govern the Corporation.
• They shall appoint committee chairs and be an ex-officio member of all standing committees and shall have the power and duties usually vested in the office of the President.
• They shall be responsible for communicating membership updates, policy revisions and any other major organizational changes to the membership through written or verbal communication.
• They shall act at the primary point of contact for all paid staff and contractors, past and present, and sign employee agreements and contracts on behalf of the organization as authorized by the Board. They shall spearhead annual reviews of staff and contractors.
• They shall lead board recruitment, onboard new members, conduct self-assessments, and facilitate succession planning.
• They shall lead the planning and execution of the annual conference.
VICE PRESIDENT
The Vice President shall be vested with all the powers and shall perform all the duties of the President during the absence of the President. The Vice President shall have the following duties:
• During the absence or disability of the President, the Vice President, if any, shall exercise all the functions of the President and, when so acting, shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the President.
• They shall serve on or oversee standing board committees to guide specific initiatives as appointed by the President.
• They shall assist the President to ensure the Board follows the organization's bylaws, conflict-of-interest policies, legal and tax regulations, and any relevant guidelines or policies that govern the Corporation.
• They shall work with the President to set agendas for Board Meetings and to schedule Board Meetings.
• They shall work on special projects, initiatives, or strategies, as appointed by the President.
• The Vice President is to ascend to the office of President in case the sitting President is unable to complete their term.
• The Vice President is assumed to be the incoming President once the former President’s term ends or if the President steps down from the role.
SECRETARY
The Secretary has the responsibility to maintain accurate and transparent Board records and organizational trust. The Secretary shall have the following duties:
• They shall take notes during all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
• They shall maintain accurate records for the Board of Directors.
• They shall take notes during the Annual Business Meeting.
• They shall perform any other duties as assigned by the President or the Board of Directors.
• During the absence of the President, Vice President, and Past President, and upon request by the President, shall lead Board and Executive Committee Meetings.
TREASURER
The Treasurer has the responsibility to maintain accurate and transparent financial records and organizational trust. The Treasurer’s duties shall be:
• They shall Chair the Budget Committee.
• They shall Review periodic financial statements to ensure the organization stays within its approved budget.
• They shall serve as the Board’s point person during any external audits or financial reviews.
• They shall perform any other duties as assigned by the President or Board of Directors.
NON-EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Directors not holding an Executive Office (President, Vice President, Past President, Secretary, or Treasurer) shall hold the title of Board Member. During a meeting, Board Members may make motions, second motions, and have full voting rights for issues being presented to the Board of Directors.