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1. SELF-NOMINATION FORM

The Greater Illinois Chapter of HIMSS is one of North America's largest and strongest Chapters. This is a direct result of our 3000+ members and dedicated Board of Directors. Would you like to become actively involved in maintaining the GIC HIMSS legacy?

We invite you to learn more about GIC HIMSS, the Board of Directors, and the self-nomination process for our 2023-2024 Class! See below for Board positions accepting nominations for the 2023-2024 year.
  • Nominations Open Monday, April 1, 2024
  • Nominations Close Friday, May 17, 2024 (midnight)
  • Candidate Phone Interviews April 15-May 17, 2024
  • Member Ratification Opens Monday, May 20, 2024
  • Member Ratification Closes Monday, May 29, 2024 (midnight)
  • Election Results Published Wednesday, June 5, 2024
  • FY'24 Board Terms Begin Saturday, July 1, 2024
Note: If you "save progress", your form will allow for adjustments, edits, or completion at a later date. See details below.

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* 1. Desired Position*: (Choose up to 2 positions)

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* 2. Contact Info

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* 3. HIMSS Member Number*
(At least 1-year global HIMSS membership and current GIC HIMSS membership required)

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* 4. Total Years as HIMSS Member

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* 5. Personal Statement:
Provide a personal statement that describes how you will contribute to the GIC HIMSS Chapter and the Board of Directors. The statement should help us understand your qualifications and interest in the desired position(s) and is your opportunity to convince the Elections Committee and general membership that you are the best person for the role. The statement must at least include:
  • Previous experience with GIC HIMSS/ HIMSS Global or similar organizations.
  • Relevant leadership qualities, experience, and skills that qualify you for the position (see role description for details).
  • Why you think you are the best person for the position.

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* 6. Please attach a copy of your CV/resume (Required)

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* 7. Please attach a professional headshot (Required)

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Your work will be saved; however, the Nomination Form will not be formally submitted until all questions are answered. 
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Nomination Form Details:

You will be able to return to this form to make adjustments, and edits or complete it at a later date. If you have any technical issues, please elections@gichimss.org 

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POSITION DESCRIPTIONS:

Officers

President-Elect: The President-Elect assists the President in conducting the business affairs and activities of the chapter through special assignments and duties delegated at the direction of the President and/or the Board. He/she acts in the President’s absence in chapter relationships with other related professional societies. The President-Elect assumes the office of the President upon the conclusion of the one-year term as President-Elect.

Secretary: Maintains all Chapter records including minutes of Board meetings. With the Past-President, conducts the annual election including preparing election ballots and reporting the election results to the President. 

Directors

Communications Director: Responsible for the preparation and distribution of all Chapter publications, including a Chapter newsletter that shall be published on at least a semi-annual basis. Maintains the content of the Chapter website, communicates Chapter business to other individuals and groups, and promotes the Chapter in professional journals and with other professional groups.

Sponsorship Director: The Sponsorship Co-Directors shall be responsible for managing the Chapter’s Sponsorship Program, including soliciting sponsors supportive of the Chapter’s mission and ensuring that sponsorship dollars are used to meet the Chapter’s goals and objectives. The Sponsorship Co-Directors shall also work closely with the sponsors to ensure that the chapter is meeting their expectations as a sponsor.

Advocacy Director: Attends monthly HIMSS Chapter Advocacy Roundtable calls and reports back to the Board. The Advocacy Director facilitates legislative outreach on behalf of the Chapter and its members and encourages interaction at the local, state, and federal levels regarding healthcare technology initiatives. The Director works with their committee to facilitate Advocacy events as well as prepare articles for the chapter newsletter on Advocacy activities in Illinois and nationally.
Members At Large

Member At Large – Treasurer Elect: Works with the Treasurer to maintain all financial records and support the management of all cash and bank accounts of the Chapter.  Assists the Treasurer in preparing reports on the Chapter’s financial position for the Board

Member At Large – Communications: Works with the Communication Co-Directors and Communications Committee on newsletters, promoting GIC HIMSS events and other GIC HIMSS communications services to our members.

Member At Large – Programs: Works with the Programs Director on chapter-related events, educational programs, and webinars.

Member At Large – Sponsorship: Works with the Sponsorship Co-Directors and Committee in managing the Chapter’s Sponsorship Program, including soliciting sponsors supportive of the Chapter’s mission and ensuring that sponsorship dollars are used to meet the Chapter’s goals and objectives.

Member At Large – Student Liaison: Works with universities and colleges to promote the benefits of HIMSS membership to students. The Student Liaison shall be a student who is currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.

Member At Large – Generalist: Works with Professional Development, Membership and Advocacy Committees as needed and is assigned special projects as designated by the Board.
 
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