APO Membership Vice President

As many other chapter officers do in their respective program areas, the vice president of membership is an advocate for the needs and wants of members, creating an environment that lends itself to open conversations and honesty. . The vice president of membership engages with everyone in the chapter and enjoys doing so. As membership ebbs and flows, recruitment and retention are areas of special interest in which this officer will become an expert. Strong time management and project management skills are key in this position to manage membership programming and requirements with the flexibility to adapt to challenges and circumstances that may arise. This officer works to resolve conflict by creating an open and candid environment that fosters diversity and encourages members to work through problems, helping the chapter grow through adversity. Thinking about the future of the chapter and its success, the vice president of membership can build strategic relationships to expand the chapter’s sphere of influence and create and implement programs that may be used within the chapter for years to come.