PCMA Nominating Committee

Call for Volunteers

The PCMA Nominating Committee is composed of experienced leaders who demonstrate due diligence, awareness, and a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives. Together, they are responsible for selecting a strategic, knowledgeable, and diverse Board of Directors and Trustees that aligns with PCMA’s vision.

For the 2025 nominations cycle:

- Leonard Hoops, Immediate Past Chair of the PCMA Board, will serve as Chair of the Nominating Committee (this appointment is confirmed).
- Up to ten (10) additional positions on the committee are available. Qualified candidates for these roles will be assessed and selected by the PCMA Governance Committee based on established criteria.

Applications Open: Monday, March 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM Chicago Time
Applications Close: Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM Chicago Time

Participation & Time Commitment:

- 2 – 3 video conference calls and one 2.5 day in-person meeting in Chicago (Approximately 30 volunteer hours).
- Committee members must be available for and participate in in-person interviews and final deliberations in Chicago between Monday, August 25, 2025 – Wednesday, August 27, 2025.

Selection Criteria: To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a current resume along with your application, which includes responses to four (4) short answer questions addressing the following criteria:

- Connection to the Business Events industry.
- Approach to selecting qualified Board candidates.
- Understanding of Board dynamics and leadership qualities essential for effective governance.
- Board recruitment and service experience.

Conflict of Interest Terms: Candidates currently serving in a leadership role or employed by an organization related to or competing with PCMA, whose term extends into the start of the Nominating Committee term, may be disqualified from consideration. We encourage you to apply once your current responsibilities have concluded.

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Qualifications for Nominating Committee Members

Applicants must have significant knowledge of the business events industry or demonstrated expertise in evaluating Board candidates.

Ideal candidates will have:

Commitment to PCMA’s Vision: A strong dedication to PCMA’s mission, with a clear understanding of its vision to guide decision-making.
Mindset Awareness: An understanding of both growth and fixed mindsets and their impact on leadership and organizational success.
Industry Insight: Awareness of industry trends and the ability to align with PCMA’s role in leading the global business events community.
Emotional Intelligence & Collaboration: Strong emotional intelligence, with the ability to work collaboratively to achieve committee goals.
Global Business Acumen: An appreciation for global business practices and cultural norms, ensuring informed, inclusive decision-making.
Commitment to Diversity: The ability to identify and assess a diverse pool of candidates that meet board requirements, with a deep appreciation for the value of diverse perspectives.
Unbiased Evaluation: A clear commitment to selecting the most qualified candidates based solely on criteria established by the Governance Committee, free from bias.

Duties of the Nominating Committee:

The PCMA Nominating Committee plays a vital role in shaping the organization’s leadership by:

- Selecting a diverse and balanced Board: Ensuring the Board reflects a broad range of skills, knowledge, and experiences.
- Aligning with PCMA’s Vision: Understanding PCMA’s long-term goals and identifying evolving organizational needs from a Board composition perspective.
- Promoting collaboration and objectivity: Valuing consensus, cooperation, and participation. Members represent the interests of the entire association, rather than any specific segment or constituency group.

Participation and Time Commitment:

If you agree to be considered for the PCMA Nominating Committee, please review the following expectations:

Time Commitment:

- Service on the committee spans between May – September.
- July and August: Dedicated to evaluating written applications. The time required depends on the number of applicants; for reference, 27 applications were reviewed in 2024.

Mandatory In-Person Meeting:

- Dates: August 25–27, 2025
- Location: PCMA Headquarters, Chicago IL
- During this meeting, the committee will conduct video interviews and finalize the Board slate.
- Attendance is mandatory for all members. Limited funding for airfare and lodging is available upon request.

Candidate Notification: The Chair and committee members are responsible for notifying all Board candidates regarding the outcome of the selection process.

Post-Selection Duties: Once the slate is finalized in August, the committee’s work is considered complete unless the slate is challenged by PCMA membership before October 1.

Selection Timeline

PCMA has set the following timeline for the 2025 nominations process:

Sunday, March 23 at 5:00 PM Chicago time: Deadline for applications.
March 25 – April 4: Written applications are reviewed, and shortlisted candidates may be invited for a video interview.
Week of April 14: Video interviews conducted by up to two members of the Governance Committee (if applicable).
By Wednesday, April 30: All candidates will be notified of their selection status by the Governance Committee.

A Global Leader in Business Events

PCMA, PCMA Foundation and CEMA educate, inspires, and listens, creating meaningful experiences where passion, purpose and commerce come together. We are the world’s largest community for Business Events Strategists, providing senior-level education, networking, and market intelligence for the global business events industry. Our mission is to drive social and economic progress through business events. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, PCMA has 17 North American Chapters, regional communities in APAC, EMEA, and LATAM, and members in 59 countries. The Corporate Event Marketing Association (CEMA), a PCMA subsidiary, advances strategic event marketing and marketing communications for senior-level event marketers and industry professionals. Visit us at pcma.org.