VACE Committees

Much of the work of our organization is accomplished by dedicated, talented committees. Learn more about these opportunities for engagement in VACE through participation in standing committees.

 

One of the best ways to engage with VACE and get the most of your membership is to become involved with a committee. Committee involvement is a fantastic way to broaden your professional network, develop new skills and stay connected to VACE.

 

Awards Committee:

This committee is responsible for soliciting from the membership nominations for recipients of VACE awards. Members of this committee review nominations to ensure they meet criteria for receipt of the award which is conferred at the Annual Conference.

  • 2024-2025 Chair: Jennifer Tortora

Board Committee:

These committees are comprised of current VACE board members, to provide oversight for essential functions of the organization.

Board Nominations Committee:

  • 2024-2025 Chair: Kristin Stephens

Constitution and By-Laws Committee:

  • 2024-2025 Members: Carolyn Sutphin

Conference Committee:

This committee plans the Annual Conference held each spring; including the development of programs and publicity, registration management, local arrangements, and oversight of finances related to the conference.

  • 2024-2025 Chairs: Alice Jones (College Director) and Aly Clement Goode (Employer Director) 

Marketing & Membership Committee:

The Marketing and Membership committee is responsible for analyzing membership composition, and developing and implementing an action plan to promote VACE to non-member organizations with the goal to increase the membership and membership diversity. The committee is also responsible for welcoming new members and promoting retention and involvement.

  • 2024-2025 Director: Chesley Fix

Professional Development Committee:

The Professional Development Committee works to plan regional events throughout the year to help VACE members stay connected with one another and provide continuous learning opportunities. Events such as networking receptions, webinars and one day drive-in conferences will be planned. Members of the committee will assist in finding speakers, marketing opportunities and hosting events.

  • 2024-2025 Director: Heather Palmer

Site Selection Committee:

The Site Selection Committee works to find and negotiate proposals/contracts for future Annual Conference locations.

  • 2024-2025 Chair: Kristin Stephens, Ashley Crute

Technology & Communications Committee:

This committee is comprised of members who consider and propose ways in which VACE can best use technology to communicate with members and provide services. This committee collaborates with other committees to support their efforts through management of the VACE listserv, website, newsletter, LinkedIn account, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) accounts.

  • 2024-2025 Director: Madeleine Martin

Want to get involved?

If you would like to join a committee or have questions? Email [email protected].