Getting involved is the best way to get the most return on your membership.

Site recognizes the value and contributions of our volunteer members.  More than 100 industry expert volunteers are involved annually to help shape and deliver the programs that Site offers.

Opportunities exist for involvement for Site committees and project expert positions.  The Call for Volunteers is issued each year to prepare for the coming year's activities and all members are asked to get involved.

Click here to see Site's 2010 Committee members and Project Experts.

Site Committee Descriptions

Committees are outlined in the Policies & Procedures Manual and serve the entirety of a calendar year.

Committee	Description	Time Commitment
By-Laws/Policy	Performs general reviews of Site's bylaws and policies and makes recommendations for updating and revising them as needed.	Ongoing review of individual bylaw and policy and procedures review and e-mail communication as required.
Ethics	Acts as counsel and decision-maker on cases of alleged unethical conduct involving a Site member and takes heed of legal advice on such matters while ensuring complete confidentiality at all times.	Conference calls as issues are brought to the committee's attention.
Finance	Evaluate budget details, financial processes and make recommendations to the full International Board of Directors.	Members are from the International Board of Directors and Site Global.
Membership	Develops and expands the Site membership profile while maximizing benefits for existing members, develops targeted recruitment campaigns utilizing the existing membership network, increases member awareness of benefits and enhances a sense of belonging, actively encourages members to participate in Site activities.	Monthly conference calls, discussions on the membership committee bulletin board, and at least one month of serving as a sponsor for those needing referrals.
Nominations	Produces a group of well-qualified candidates for election to the Site International Board of Directors, reviews nomination procedures and supervises elections in a highly confidential and professional manner; Insures all candidates and their employers have a thorough grasp of the task and commitment levels involved;	4-5 conference calls per calendar year and e-mail discussions as needed.
Research	Directs Site Index and other research initiatives set by the Site International Foundation Trustees	Bi-monthly conference calls to review activities, content for surveys and reports
Young Leaders Program	Increase member awareness and participation in YLP through offering education sessions at Site events, column in Site| News & Events, hosting YLP receptions and actively engage in the development and execution of Site Academy for Young Leaders including achievement of fiscal goals.	12 – 15 conference calls per year (more involvement leading up to Site Academy), e-mail and online communications, support of an assigned role related to event education or Site Academy

Site Project Expert Descriptions

Project Experts are involved on an as-needed basis throughout the year and in a limited time capacity.

Project	Description	Time Commitment
Chapter Mentors	Assist in areas that chapters need support and mentoring.  Areas of focus include: new chapter guidance, education, review entries for Chapter of the Year Awards, developing content for Chapter Leadership Day, review Chapter policy documents.	Varies with need
CITE Mentor	One-on-one mentor to those enrolled in the program. Must have completed CITE program to participate.	Varies with need
Crystal Award Judging	Review and score Crystal Award submissions through the online entry system.	Two months
International Conference Education Selection	Review abstracts and assist with speaker selection for the annual International Conference.	Two months
Education Trends & Topics	Discuss and determine new issues, trends and subject matter for Site events and identify potential speakers when appropriate.	Quarterly meeting
Site Nite – Europe	Assist in planning/ driving Site Nite fundraiser event alongside IMEX; Recruit sponsors, promote event	6 Month commitment
Site Nite – North America	Assist in planning/ driving Site Nite fundraiser event alongside The Motivation Show; Recruit sponsors, promote event	6 Month commitment
Social Media	Facilitate discussion in LinkedIn forums, LinkedIn news posts, Site's Young Leaders Facebook group and page, Twitter recognition, etc.	Bi-weekly communication outreach, article discussion, industry highlights