Dear IAVM Member,
Volunteers are at the heart of what we do, and it is only because of the time and knowledge our volunteers contribute that we are able to fulfill our mission. We hope, therefore, that you will consider responding to this Committee Call for Volunteers.
As a volunteer, you will be making a difference to this industry, and giving back to other members. We hope you will also get value out of your service, making connections with other IAVM leaders and learning about the issues that face us all.
Among the many volunteer opportunities is service on one of the association’s committees. IAVM has two types of committees: board committees and management committees. A board committee helps the board do its work, of oversight, strategy and member engagement. Management committees help IAVM’s management do its work, of meeting the board’s goals and effectively operating the association to the benefit of our members.
Below, you will find the list of opportunities available. To volunteer, CLICK HERE! Even if you currently serve on a committee and wish to continue, you must indicate your interest on this application to be considered for renewal as all committee appointments have one year terms and term limits. You may indicate your interest for no more than three committees, so please make sure that you rank your choices with 1 being your highest preference. Finally, given the level of interest in service, we can generally only place you on one committee with some exceptions, such as the Industry Affairs Committee, which is partially filled by specified representatives (sector directors of the board, for example).
The deadline to respond to the Committee Call for Volunteers is March 9, 2018; appointments to board committees will be made by the First Vice Chair, while appointments to management committees will be made by the CEO in consultation with the committee chairs and vice chairs. Volunteers will be notified of their committee assignment by the end of May.
IAVM welcomes your expertise and commitment to our active and talented group of volunteers. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Rosanne Duke.
2018 – 2019 IAVM Committees, Task Forces, Boards
Allied Committee:
Represents the interests of Allied members, facilitating the exchange of ideas with IAVM management to encourage Allied member engagement and business opportunities. The Allied Committee meets regularly via conference call and has face-to-face meetings at VenueConnect and Region meetings.
Amphitheaters & Fairgrounds Committee:
Works with IAVM management to represent and advocate for the interests of the amphitheaters and fairgrounds sectors. Major committee responsibilities include the development of the education program for the Amphitheaters & Fairgrounds track at VenueConnect and the provision of articles for FM magazine and the newsletter. The Amphitheaters & Fairgrounds Committee meets regularly via conference call and has a face-to-face meeting at VenueConnect.
Arenas Committee:
Works with IAVM management to represent and advocate for the interests of the arena sector. Major committee responsibilities include the development of the education program for the Arena track at VenueConnect and the provision of articles for FM magazine and the newsletter. The Arenas Committee meets regularly via conference call and has a face-to-face meeting at VenueConnect.
Audit Committee (reports to the Board of Directors):
This committee hires and communicates with the auditors to ensure fiscal responsibility. The second vice chair of the Board of Directors chairs this committee. The committee will meet as needed via conference call. Volunteers with financial acumen are highly desired.
AVSS Faculty:
The main focus of the faculty is to create the curriculum taught at the Academy for Venue Safety & Security. AVSS faculty members present at least one topic on safety and security at the academy held in the late winter/early spring in Dallas each year. Interested candidates will be eligible for selection by the faculty and IAVM management. The committee meets regularly via conference call and has face-to-face meetings at AVSS and VenueConnect.
Board of Governors, Senior Executive Symposium:
This board works with IAVM management to market and plan the annual Senior Executive Symposium (SES). The SES curriculum is developed for IAVM by Cornell’s world-class School of Hotel Administration and is geared towards senior managers. Members of the Board of Governors are expected to register for and attend the SES program. The Board of Governors meets regularly via conference call and has face-to-face meetings at VenueConnect and SES.
Certification Board:
Works with IAVM management to provide oversight for IAVM’s existing certifications and advises on the development of new certifications. You must be a CFE in good standing to submit your name for consideration as a board member. Terms are three years. The Certification Board meets regularly via conference call and has face-to-face meetings at VenueConnect and in Dallas in October.
Convention Centers Committee:
Works with IAVM management to represent and advocate for the interests of the convention center sector. Major committee responsibilities include the development of the education program for convention center track at VenueConnect and the provision of articles for FM magazine and the newsletter. The Convention Centers Committee meets regularly via conference call and has a face-to-face meeting at VenueConnect.
Diversity & Inclusive Leadership Committee:
Focuses on developing opportunities to promote a diverse membership into leadership roles in IAVM. Leadership emphasis will focus on members of color, culturally diverse members, LGBTQ members, women and people with disabilities. The Committee serves to ensure that boards, committees and other leadership positions reflect diversity in their makeup. The Diversity & Inclusive Leadership Committee will meet as needed via conference call.
Editorial Advisory Committee:
Members of the Editorial Advisory Committee play an important part in maintaining the quality of FM magazine. The committee members, working with the editor, will review articles and provide direction and oversight for various sections in the magazine as needed. The committee is comprised of experts from all major sectors within the venue professional industry and within IAVM membership. The committee will meet as needed via conference call.
Governance Committee (reports to the Board of Directors)
Prepares proposed changes to the organization’s bylaws, and also makes recommendations to the Board of Directors for appropriate procedures to accomplish the Board’s work. This committee is chaired by the first vice chair of the Board of Directors. The committee meets regularly via conference call and has a face-to-face meeting at VenueConnect.
GuestX Committee:
Works with IAVM management to develop the education program for the GuestX Conference held annually. The committee also works with staff in achieving industry standards for “best practice” protocols of crowd management and exceptional guest services. The GuestX Committee meets regularly via conference call and has face-to-face meetings at VenueConnect and GuestX.
Industry Affairs Committee:
Works with IAVM management to monitor and respond to industry issues and initiatives, and to recommend IAVM positions on such issues. The Industry Affairs Committee meets regularly via conference call and face-to-face during VenueConnect.
Membership Committee:
This committee works with IAVM management to represent the interest of general membership constituents relative to recruitment, retention, and membership value through programs, networking opportunities and other services designed to assist industry professionals. The Membership Committee meets regularly via conference call and face-to-face during VenueConnect.
Mentoring Committee:
This committee works with the Membership Committee and IAVM management to facilitate the continuation of the Mentor Connector program; make constant improvement to the Mentor Connector Handbook and provides educational and mentoring resources, if applicable, to the leadership of IAVM. The Mentoring Committee meets regularly via conference call and face-to-face during VenueConnect.
Performing Arts Committee:
This committee works with IAVM management to represent and advocate for the interests of the performing arts sector. Major committee responsibilities include the development of the education program for the Performing Arts track at VenueConnect and the provision of articles for FM magazine and the newsletter. The Performing Arts Committee meets regularly via conference call and has a face-to-face meeting at VenueConnect.
Research Committee:
This committee works with IAVM management to compile industry research and to provide oversight and expertise for VenueDataSource, IAVM’s research program. The committee assists in IAVM’s research survey design and report creation, and regularly presents and promotes its findings in publications, conferences and online. The committee also assists in supporting and promoting the research activities of related professional associations. The Research Committee meets regularly via conference call and face-to-face during VenueConnect.
Stadiums Committee:
This committee works with IAVM management to represent and advocate for the interests of the stadium sector. Major committee responsibilities include the development of the education program for the Stadium sector at VenueConnect and the provision of articles for FM magazine and the newsletter. The Stadium Committee meets regularly via conference call and has a face-to-face meeting at VenueConnect.
University Committee:
This committee works with IAVM management to create university programming to be included at VenueConnect. The committee also provides articles for FM magazine and shares interests and concerns affecting the university/collegiate industry. The University Committee meets regularly via conference call and face-to-face during VenueConnect.
VenueConnect Program Committee:
This committee works with IAVM management to develop the education program for IAVM’s annual conference and trade show, VenueConnect, held annually in July. Committee members represent diverse interests, experience levels, positions, geographic locations, etc. to assist in the creation of a strong program with relevant and practical education content. The VenueConnect Program Committee meets regularly via conference call and face-to-face during VenueConnect.
Venue Safety & Security Committee:
This committee reviews and discusses the life safety issues of the industry as well as the provision of articles for FM magazine and the newsletter regarding life safety. The committee meets regularly via conference call and has a face-to-face meeting at VenueConnect.
Young Professionals Committee:
This committee works with IAVM management to act as a think tank for new and emerging trends in communications, social media, technology and membership. A majority of the members of this committee must be 30 years of age or under. The Young Professionals Committee meets regularly via conference call and face-to-face during VenueConnect.
