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How is NAME organized?
NAME is an organization of volunteers. The national office is in Bethesda, MD. It has two full time paid staff – an Executive Director and an Office Administrator. The board consists of 24 individuals. There is an Executive Committee of five – President, President-Elect, Immediate Past-President, Secretary, and Treasurer. There are 10 regional directors, 3 at-large members and 5 Founders. None of the board members are paid. The organization is funded through membership fees and revenue from an annual conference. Currently, there are about 25 state chapters, each with a state board of directors. In addition there are standing committees and ad hoc committees.
How does one get elected to the board?
Under the by-laws of the Association, the paid membership of the Association is eligible to vote in NAME’s elections. Elections are held yearly with positions staggered.
Executive Board – The President-Elect holds office for 2 years, then assumes the office of President for 2 years and then Immediate Past President for 2 years. In 2005 there will be an election for President-Elect.
The Secretary and Treasurer hold office for 3 years and then may run for a final 3 years.
Regional Directors – Each year half of the 10 Regional Directors are up for election. In 2005 the even numbered regions are open – Regions 2,4,6, 8 and 10. Terms are for 3 years.
At-large Members – At-large members are eligible to serve a 3 year term followed by an additional 3 year term. Each year one of the 3 positions is open for election.
Founders – the Founders hold their own election each year for the 5 positions on the board.
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