We want YOU to run for AUTM’s Board!

The application period for AUTM's 2024 Board of Directors is open! We encourage all our qualifying Members to consider throwing their hats in the ring.

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This year, AUTM Members will elect four new positions to the Board of Directors. One Treasurer and three Directors. Those who are newly-elected will begin their terms at the conclusion of AUTM’s 2024 Annual Meeting, Feb. 18-21 in San Diego.

In order to be a candidate for the position and serve as a Director, you must be a Regular Member or an Emeritus Member in Good Standing with at least five years' experience in the tech transfer community at the time you submit candidate materials.

Board Election Timeline

Sept. 7, 2023	Election Rules Announced to Membership – Application Window Open
Oct. 12, 2023	Deadline for receipt of candidate materials – Application Window Closed
Week of  Oct. 14, 2023	Leadership Development Committee and staff confirm the candidates meet qualifications
Oct. 18, 2023	Candidates are proposed to AUTM Membership at Watercooler
Oct. 23, 2023	Electronic voting opens
Nov. 15, 2023	Electronic Voting closes (5 p.m. ET, US)
Nov. 20, 2023	2024 Board Members announced
Feb 2024	New Board inducted at Annual Meeting

 
Election Policy, Guidelines and Rules
Members will vote for the general candidates through a dual-ballot process.

For details on how AUTM conducts its elections, candidate expectations and Association policy, click here. 

More Things You Should Know
Check out our Benefits of Running page for more information.

Questions?
For questions concerning the election, email Colleen Loeffler, or call 1-202-960-1785.