AAPG Seeks Your Officer Nominations

AAPG would like your assistance and advice in a very important process. The AAPG Nominating Committee, a sub-committee of the Advisory Council, is responsible for recommending a list of nominees for AAPG office to the Executive Committee for its approval each year. And to help us compile the best list possible, we’re seeking your input and suggestions as to potential AAPG officer candidates.

The deadline for nominations is Aug. 1, 2016. Nominations received after the date will be held for next year’s officer nominations.

The nominating committee will consider candidates for the following positions:

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AAPG would like your assistance and advice in a very important process. The AAPG Nominating Committee, a sub-committee of the Advisory Council, is responsible for recommending a list of nominees for AAPG office to the Executive Committee for its approval each year. And to help us compile the best list possible, we’re seeking your input and suggestions as to potential AAPG officer candidates.

The deadline for nominations is Aug. 1, 2016. Nominations received after the date will be held for next year’s officer nominations.

The nominating committee will consider candidates for the following positions:

  • President-Elect: (one-year term: 2017-18; President 2018-19)
  • Vice President Regions: (two-year term: 2017-19)
  • Secretary: (two-year term: 2017-19)

Consider the following before submitting a nomination:

The person making the nomination must acquire the nominee’s permission to submit his/her name and determine if he/she is willing to serve if elected.

The potential nominee should be informed of the level of commitment the office requires.

It should be made clear to the person being nominated that a nomination does not ensure candidacy.

Review the complete Charge to Nominator online for a comprehensive list of what is required to make a nomination.

There are additional provisions in the Bylaws (Article II, Sections 14 and 15) advising limitations on candidacy. If you plan to make a nomination, please review the Bylaws.

We ask that you please submit your recommendations on the form(s) provided on the AAPG website. These forms are intended to bring greater uniformity and consistency to the nomination process and will ease the task of submitting nominations.

While completing the online forms is the most efficient method, you can also download the forms and email or fax to (918) 560-2626 by Aug. 1, 2016.

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