Summary
This position will automatically succeed the Chair at the end of his/her term, so the Chair-Elect’s primary responsibility is to prepare him/herself for the role of the Chair. The Chair-Elect should use his/her term to familiarize him/herself with any aspects of the association or the profession in which he/she lacks experience.
Duties
- Chairs or serves on task forces as designated by the Board
- Carries out special assignments as requested by the Chair
- Understands the Chair’s responsibilities and performs these duties in his/her absence
- Serves on the Governance Committee
- Attends all board meetings
- Participates as a vital part of the board leadership
- Serves as ex-officio member of all committees
- Chair-Elect succeeds the Chair in office
Desired Attributes
- Balance of strategic and analytical thinking
- Strong leadership/motivational skills
- Facilitator to encourages all to participate in discussion
- Open to alternative viewpoints
- Mentoring skills
- Possesses broad perspective on all aspects of eye banking and corneal transplantation
