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Volunteer appointments are made by the PCMA Chair-elect. Terms officially begin January 1, 2010* and end during the 2011 PCMA Annual Meeting. Volunteer appointments are made based on your past involvement and participation as a PCMA volunteer, indication of skills and strengths, and the needs of PCMA. Every effort will be made to make use of your time and talents in a way that will be meaningful to you and beneficial to PCMA.
*The Leadership Program Committee will hold their initial committee meeting in November 2009.
Benefits of Volunteering
Work alongside fellow members to develop your leadership skills and contribute to the meetings and convention industry. You'll meet new people, experience new ideas and work toward advancing your career and PCMA - your industry association.
Getting involved in PCMA will not only benefit the future of our industry, but will also help advance your career. Consider the following benefits:
- Recognition as a leader in the industry
- Networking with colleagues with similar interests
- Access to innovative ideas to use in your organization
- Leadership training
- New skills development
- Leadership visibility for career enhancement and future roles within PCMA
Expectations of Volunteers
In-person Meetings, Conference Calls, and Other Involvement
In-Person Meetings
- Meeting held during the PCMA Annual Meeting in Dallas - January 10-13, 2010
- Meeting and educational sessions at the 2010 Leadership Conference
Conference Calls
- Number of calls varies depending on the volunteer group. See descriptions below for more details.
Other Involvement
- Work outside of meetings and conference calls--time commitment varies depending on the volunteer group. See committee/task force descriptions for more details.
Expenses Associated with Volunteering
PCMA does not reimburse volunteers for registration fees, travel, lodging and other expenses associated with volunteering for PCMA. Please keep this in mind when completing your volunteer commitment. More detail on expenses will be provided once committee and task force assignments are made.
As a PCMA volunteer, you should:
- Attend and fully participate in all scheduled volunteer meetings and/or events
- Be open and willing to learn from your fellow volunteers
- Be knowledgeable in the area for which you are volunteering; you don't need to be an expert, but a general understanding of the topic is very helpful
- Be familiar with PCMA's goals and direction
- Be open to new ideas and ready to share experiences
- Participate with energy and commitment to the volunteer experience
Types of Volunteer Opportunities
Follow the links below for more detail on volunteer opportunities available for PCMA Headquarters, Education Foundation, and Chapters.
PCMA Headquarters Volunteer Opportunities
- Committee asssignment: Group appointed to work in support of PCMA's goals and objectives as defined in the strategic plan
- Task Force assignment: Group appointed to address a specific issue for a specific period of time
PCMA Education Foundation Volunteer Opportunities
- Task Force Assignment: Various groups appointed to support the PCMA Education Foundation's fundraising events and activities
PCMA Chapter Volunteer Opportunities
- Various Committees and Task Forces: For specific information on volunteer opportunities please contact your local Chapter President.
Volunteer Appointment Process
Once you complete the Volunteer Form, you can expect the following:
- September 1, 2009: Deadline to submit online volunteer form
- Early October 2009: PCMA Chair-Elect makes volunteer appointments
- Late October 2009: Volunteers are e-mailed details of assignments and will be asked to submit Commitment to Serve and Conflict of Interest forms prior to beginning their committee service
- Mid-December 2009: Committees hold a brief introductory conference call (some committees/task forces will meet earlier)
- January 2010: First in-person meeting at 2010 PCMA Annual Meeting in Dallas
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