2019-2020 Professional Development Committee

• Foster mentoring, networking, benchmarking and idea sharing opportunities for EACE members through in-person events, online platforms and collaborations with other committees.
• Plans and coordinates activities and events during the year to further the professional development and knowledge base of the membership.
• The committee coordinates at least 2 webinars per year. Additionally, the committee coordinates 1 webinar that is open to the regional ACEs.
• Plans and executes Meet Ups – a day of learning in various geographic locations.
• Plans and executes EACE “Off the Clock” events – a networking event held in a variety of geographic locations.
• Manages the Mentor Program.

Composition

4 Co-Chairs, 14 committee members selected by the chair and co-chair by August 1

• One to two members diversity and inclusion (D&I) focused for the whole committee ensuring that D&I voices and concerns are heard and considered
• Committee member solicitation should take place between June 1 and August 1.
• Co-chairs should make every effort to include at least 1 employer member and 1 new member (joined within the past 2 years) in the committee.
• Co-chairs are responsible for ensuring volunteers are current members of EACE by checking the directory.