As part of our rotating bi-annual process, the WID-NESC Board of Directors is seeking a call for nominations to fill open positions on our board.  At this time, we would like to thank our current board; we greatly appreciate the time, dedication and passion of the individuals who work together on the NESC Board—and we would love to have you join us!

We are seeking nominations for those candidates passionate in helping our chapter fulfill its mission to cultivate and support the advancement and recognition of women in all aspects of national security. Board positions offer visibility, opportunities, and experiences that will introduce you to new people and strengthen your leadership competencies.

If you are interested in becoming more involved with the WID-NESC organization and are a member in good standing with your current membership at the time of nomination, you may nominate yourself. You may also nominate other WID members in good standing for a position that you feel would excel. Please provide nominee’s name, address, contact email and/or phone, job title with associated organization, a brief bio and a vision statement for carrying out the duties of the office.

Timeline for the WID-NESC Officer Nomination and Election Process:

Nominations will be accepted by Membership Director Nicole Barrett by direct email to nbarret1@gdeb.com or to ni*******************@***il.com.

Each nominee will be consulted by November 23, 2026, for their agreement to participate prior to voting, which will take place from November 30-December 12, 2026.

Those elected to the 27/28 board positions will be notified by December 19, 2026, and introduced to the membership.  Their term will begin January 1, 2027.

Historically, to best address the organization’s needs, the board voted to stagger positions available for election. Current operating policies prohibit more than two years consecutively being served in a single position.

The following positions are open for Nominations and Voting:

• Vice President
• Treasurer
• Membership Director
• Program Director
• Communications Director
• Events Director
• Community Outreach

Descriptions for each open Board of Directors position are included below. Basic duties provided here are representative of high-level roles and responsibilities for each Board position.

Nominees for President Basic Duties:

• Primary interface between local WID-NESC Chapter, NDIA and WID national associations
• Ensure the local chapter is running in a professional manner and drive towards our mission
• Lead the WID-NESC Board of Directors
• Attend as the official WID representative, as needed
• Chair WID meetings
• Keep members engaged and active
• Arrange for attendance at the annual WID conference in WA, DC
• Investigate new opportunities that support member benefits and chapter expansion
• Should be an existing/former BOD member or shown extra interest throughout one’s membership
• Two-year commitment, a minimum of one meeting per month

Nominees for Vice President Basic Duties:

• Assist the President overseeing the WID-NESC Board of Directors
• Facilitate WID-NESC Board of Director meetings
• Preside over WID-NESC meetings in the absence of the President
• Two-year commitment, a minimum of one meeting per month

Nominees for Treasurer Basic Duties:

• Prepare annual chapter budget
• Submit quarterly reports to WID National
• Submit monthly budgetary report for WID-NESC Board of Directors monthly meeting
• Arrange for WID-NESC books to be audited by an independent party annually
• Work with Programs Director to ensure budget requirements are met
• Manage chapter accounts and checkbook
• Manage the chapter’s PO Box jointly with Secretary
• Two-year commitment, a minimum of one meeting per month

Nominees for Secretary Basic Duties:

• The official keeper of WID-NESC records
• Sends out WID-NESC Board of Directors meeting invites and minutes that include open actions
• Ensure meetings are conducted in accordance with the latest revision of Roberts Rules of Order
• Serves as Sergeant-at-Arms at Board and Special meetings
• Manage the chapter’s PO Box jointly with Treasurer
• Two-year commitment, a minimum of one meeting per month
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Nominees for Membership Director Basic Duties:

• Be primary point of contact for all membership questions
• Help identify potential new members and actively recruit new members for our chapter
• Keep current members engaged in chapter activities
• Reach out to new members
• Remind members whose memberships are coming due to renew
• Send out emails announcing events, programs and community outreach
• Provide membership metrics at the monthly Board meeting
• Two-year commitment, a minimum of one meeting per month

Program Director – Roles and Responsibilities

• Facilitate and oversee engaging programs for new and existing members to deepen their understanding and relationships within the US defense and security arena through skill enhancement, relationship cultivation, leadership development and career advancement including but not limited to:
• Concept Development (Workshops, Speakers, Mentorships)
• Venue selection
• Solicit and implement and oversee Committees
• Work with WID BOD to develop marketing material to support venue and events
• Work with Director of Events Planning to send event invitations to all members and past attendees – via email
• Coordinating with WID Communications Director – Communications to include in the weekly internal emails
• Track event attendance and work with Treasurer to track revenue
• Maintain accurate database of attendees/members for purposes of cost analysis
• Send email to members and previous attendees for each event – encouraging attendance
• Send follow-up emails thanking all participants and encourage membership
• Develop agenda for the event –

Director of Event Planning & Coordination –

• Develop, implement and oversee public and private events of varying sizes and purposes for and on behalf of Women in Defense-NEW England Shoreline Chapter (WID-NESC)
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues, arrange other staff services (ex: catering, AV) and volunteer schedules
• Planning event details and aspects, including seating, dining and guests
• Managing events and addressing potential problems that may arise
• Evaluate events through guest feedback and make proper changes
• Create reliable financial reports and collect payments on time
• Remaining on or under budget with all costs
• Two-year commitment, a minimum of one meeting per month

Thank you very much. We hope to have many nominees for our upcoming Board of Directors!