The SVS has called on its members to nominate individuals to fill five at-large positions on the Executive Board (EB) as required following a bylaw referendum passed by the membership in late 2023. This change creates flexibility and greater diversity of perspective in selecting members on the EB to address changing needs and priorities.
The Nominating Committee opened the call this month, with a closing date of September 30. The new at-large members will be named in November and assume their roles in January 2025, coinciding with the Strategic Board of Directors (SBOD) retreat.
The initial terms for these positions are staggered to ensure continuity: one member will serve a four-year term, two will serve three years, and a further two will serve two years.
Subsequent members will serve three-year terms to prevent all five members from rolling off in the same year.
Eligibility criteria for the at-large members include being an SVS member in good standing for at least five years and demonstrating consistent service or contribution to the SVS, SVS Foundation or SVS Patient Safety Organization (PSO) through involvement in committees, subcommittees, section committees, task forces, writers’ groups or editorial groups.
Staff will contact all nominees to confirm their interest and require them to complete a short application. For any questions, email [email protected].
