Thursday, August 21, 2008

Kella Price selected as National Advisor for Chapters (NAC) for ASTD

Kella Price was recently selected as a National Advisor for Chapters (NAC) for ASTD (American Society for Training and Development).

The NAC are distinguished ASTD chapter past presidents who serve as national volunteer advisors to the Chapter Services Team and chapter leaders. The chair of the NAC also serves on the ASTD Board of Directors.

NAC members are charged with providing strategic direction and leadership in the development and support of ASTD chapters and members.

NAC's Mission

To serve as advisors, advocates, and mentors within ASTD on matters of chapter management and operations to ensure high quality service to members.

Some ways NAC works with ASTD chapters:

Link chapters with common needs
Provide guidance about items related to CORE
Assist chapters with facilitating their annual board retreat
Poll chapter leaders through Yahoo Groups or area calls
Help leaders sign up for the ASTD communications
Help leaders find resources from national ASTD
Advise and coach chapters about ASTD initiatives
Identify and share best practices
Advise ASTD staff about issues of importance to chapters
Identify and examine future roles for chapters
Bring issues of interest to chapters to the attention of the ASTD Board of Directors
Ensure that the needs of chapters are recognized by the Society
Be on the lookout for new travel and presentations as a part of this position!

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