Volunteering to serve on the NCRA Board of Directors serves a dual purpose. It allows you to impact your professional community while also enhancing personal growth as your passions and dedication are channeled into leadership service to ensure NCRA is always working in the best interest of our industry and our Association.
Our Association thrives on the dedication and contributions of its members. As a community powered by volunteers, we recognize that every member brings unique strengths, talents, and knowledge. When shared, these qualities can significantly impact our Association and the broader stenographic profession. This is a crucial time for our organization, as the individuals elected to the Board will play a key role in shaping our future direction and ensuring the continued success of the stenographic profession.
Join Us for a Webinar
To learn more about serving on the NCRA Board of Directors, join us for a webinar on October 8, 2024, at 8 p.m. Eastern. This briefing will help you gain a better understanding of the process and expectations of serving on the Board and provide valuable insights into the responsibilities and rewards of Board service. This webinar will be recorded and available throughout the entire nominating process. Register now.
Nominate yourself or a colleague
We encourage you to consider serving on the NCRA Board of Directors or nominating someone you respect and admire. By taking on a leadership role, you can help shape the future of our profession, ensuring that current and future stenographic court reporters, captioners, and videographers have a strong and supportive Association.
Why Serve on the NCRA Board?
Serving on the Board is not just about leadership; it is an opportunity to expand and strengthen your network of peers and increase NCRA’s influence within the legal profession. As a Board member, you will be at the forefront of guiding the Association’s direction and initiatives, making a lasting difference for all members.
Eligibility for Elective Office
According to Article III, Section 9 (c) of the NCRA Constitution & Bylaws, only Registered Members who are verbatim stenographic reporters and/or stenographic captioners, Retired Members, Retired Lifetime Members, or Honorary Members who have been verbatim stenographic reporters and/or stenographic captioners are eligible to hold an elective office.
Who Can Recommend Candidates?
Only voting members of NCRA can submit individuals for candidacy. This includes Participating Members, Registered Members, Retired Members, Retired Lifetime Members, and Honorary Members who have been verbatim stenographic reporters and/or stenographic captioners.
When recommending yourself or another candidate, consider the qualities the Nominating Committee seeks:
- Dedication and commitment to the profession
- Strong team player
- Excellent communication skills
- Outstanding reputation and character
- Strong leadership abilities
- Visionary or thought leadership
Service as an Officer
Positions on the Executive Committee of the Board are typically filled by those who have served or are currently serving on the NCRA Board. With NCRA’s membership of nearly 12,000 members and a budget of $5 million, it is crucial for candidates to have experience as a director to understand and fulfill the responsibilities of these roles.
The Election Process
The Nominating Committee*, as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws, meets at least 90 days before the annual election to create a slate of nominees for the following offices:
- President-Elect
- Vice President
- Secretary-Treasurer
- Two Directors (three-year terms)
*Due to her schedule in 2025, Georgia Northway, RPR, of O’Fallon, Mo., is unable to serve on the 2024-2025 Nominating Committee. Brenda Blackburn, RPR, of Hollandale, Miss., has been moved to a regular member, and Allison Kimmel, FAPR, RDR, CRR, CRC, of Marysville, Ohio, has been appointed as an Alternate.
Declare Your Candidacy or Nominate Someone Today
This is your chance to make a difference in the future of our profession. Whether you are interested in declaring your candidacy or nominating a colleague, visit NCRA.org/Nominations to complete the online form. All nominations must be submitted by December 20, 2024.
For more information, registration for the webinar, or to submit your nomination, please visit NCRA.org/Nominations. If you have questions, contact Laura Butler at lbutler@ncra.org or 800-272-6272.
