President Elect

The President Elect is elected for a one-year term immediately preceding his or her term as President

The President Elect prepares for leading the Association and facilitates continuity by becoming familiar with the operations and leadership of the ITAA

Contact Details: deputy-president@itaaworld.com

General Functions

  • Becomes familiar with the bylaws and guidelines and the structure and management of the Association as well as with the staff and Committee Chairs

  • Develops plans for the following 2 years in consultation with the President

  • Works with the nominations committee to recruit candidates for office who reflect the cultural diversity of the membership

  • Attends in-person and telecommunication Executive, BOD meetings and any other meetings that are deemed necessary by the President

  • Is proactive in initiating projects, in consultation with the President

Specific Functions

  • Assists the President with some of his or her work as agreed between them

  • Is an active and available apprentice to the President

  • Acts as deputy when the President is unavailable

  • Is aligned with the role of the President as appropriate

Selection Criteria

In addition to the general criteria, skills, and abilities mentioned in the ITAA Roles Menu, the President-Elect will possess the same abilities as the President.