IAP2 International Board of Directors

Nominations Open!

Call for Nominations: IAP2 International Board Member

Nominations are now open for the IAP2 International Board of Directors! If you’re passionate about advancing public participation, this is your chance to shape the future of IAP2 at a global level.

Submit your nomination

The role of the IAP2 International Board is to set the organization’s strategic direction, ensure the delivery of its objectives, and uphold its values.

The responsibilities of the Board include:

• Drive a collegiate global IAP2 vision and culture
  
• Advocate for IAP2 and P2 practice globally
  
• Provide strategic leadership of the international organization
  
• Set and drive the IAP2 strategic plan and global DEI strategy framework and priorities
  
• Create, monitor, and ensure alignment with the vision, mission, and values of IAP2
  
• Oversight of governance, policies, plans, and budgets to advance organizational objectives, and monitor compliance and performance against them
  
• Set and maintain a framework for delegation of authority
  
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive Board culture, support Board development, routinely monitor, and annually evaluate Board performance
  
• Hire, manage, and evaluate the performance of executive staff
  

Nomination Period: October 18 – November 1, 2024

IAP2 USA has one open seat on the International Board this cycle. Candidates will have the opportunity for an optional informational call. Final recommendations will be reviewed by the IAP2 USA executive committee, with the USA Board appointing the representative.

Requirements:

• IAP2 USA membership is required and you may become a member at the time you submit your nomination.
  
• Nominees must have past or current IAP2 experience which could include serving on the IAP2 USA Board, a Committee, or an IAP2 USA Chapter Board or Leadership Team.
  
• Board members are required to sign a conflict of interest declaration prior to board participation.
  
• In addition to serving on the International Board of Directors, this member will also attend IAP2 USA Board meetings on a quarterly basis to ensure connection and continuity between the governing boards.
  

Submit your nomination today and make an impact!

For questions contact Erin Zimmermann Executive Director, IAP2 USA at Erin@iap2usa.org.

IAP2 Board of Directors Elections

Set the Direction for IAP2 USA

Help select the leadership for your expanding organization by voting for the new 2025 - 2027 directors October 21 through November 4, 2024

We have an outstanding slate of candidates this year. Visit the IAP2 website prior to the election to review their qualifications.

Candidates:

• Donna Hockey, Community and Government Relations Specialist, Clackamas County Public and Government Affairs, Oregon
• Loreno Jameson. BU Programs & Planning Manager, Omaha Public Power District, Nebraska
• Leah LaRue, Director, Neighborhood Planning Units, City of Atlanta, Department of City Planning, Georgia
• Nicole Marron, Principal, Project Engagement, National Grid, New York
• Felecia Martin, Chief Officer of Communications, Public Relations & Intergovernmental Affairs, Montgomery Housing Authority, Alabama
• Josh Stepherson, Principal, Stepherson & Associates Communications, Inc., Washington
• Yasmin Turk, Community Engagement Consultant, Austin Energy- City of Austin, Texas
• Johnna White, Principal Strategist, Imagine Deliver, Minnesota

On October 21, all IAP2 USA members were sent an email with their ballot. If you did not receive it, please contact us at info@IAP2USA.org for assistance.

Please vote! Your participation makes our organization stronger.

IAP2 USA 2025 Committee Application

Call for Volunteers!

Looking for ways to further your career, get up on the latest trends, enhance your network, create professional relationships, or give back to your P2 community? We encourage you to explore the many avenues available to connect with your IAP2 USA and your colleagues. Committee direction and initiatives are approved by the Board as they assist the Board in moving forward the organization’s work.

The work of the committees is to support and grow the IAP2 USA organization and to take advantage of the opportunity to make a difference in the P2 community. Develop your leadership skills and grow your professional network by volunteering to serve on a committee or task force. 2025 Committee appointments run from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026. 

Deadline for committee applications is December 31, 2024.

Submit your application today!