JOIN THE LIAA BOARD
LIAA is stronger when you are part of the action! If you are interested in getting involved with the LIAA Board, this is your chance.
The LIAA and its Board of Directors
The Lauder Institute Alumni Association’s mission is to support, sustain, connect Lauder alumni around the world, and support the Institute and students. We do this by developing vibrant programming and engaging alumni across industries, geographies, and class years.
We’re excited about the progress we have made engaging alumni and connecting the Lauder alumni community. Since 2020, we have had:
- 55+ webinars
- 72+ Lauder alumni speakers
- 41 volunteers as regional ambassadors (LRAs)
- 23 regional in person events
- 4 alumni Affinity Groups founded
- 56%+ of alumni registered for webinars
- 90%+ of alumni reading LIAA newsletters
- 90% of alumni feel connected to LIAA
- 59% of alumni want to get more involved
The LIAA Board manages the strategy and resources to support alumni activity. Our focus areas for the next 1-2 years include:
- Articulating the LIAA’s next strategic plan and steps to accomplish
- Developing and scaling global alumni programming
- Ensuring the LIAA’s long-term financial sustainability
As a Board member you will have an opportunity to meet alumni from across all classes and regions, as well as work closely with Institute and Alumni Leadership, including members of the Lauder Institute’s Board of Governors and the Lauder Advisory Council.
Open positions
Our current Board is adding 2 at-large Alumni Term Members.
1 of the 2 new Alumni Term Member seats is reserved for an alum living outside the US. Both seats may be filled by non-US residents should the 2 highest vote getters be non-US residents.
How to Submit a Nomination
We have 2 open at-large Alumni Term Member seats on the Board and are currently accepting nominations for candidates who want to run in elections scheduled for May 2023.
To nominate yourself, please submit the below nomination package to the LIAA Executive Director, Laura Goldenberg, at laura@lauderlove.com. Lauder alumni through the class of 2022 are eligible to run.
Nomination submissions should include:
- Name
- Class Year
- Program or Language Track
- LinkedIn profile URL or a resume
- Headshot
- Current country of residence
- Personal statement of 250 words or less including
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- Why you want to join the Board
- How you plan on contributing
Nomination emails must be received by 5pm EDT on April 15, 2023. Elections will run online from May 17-24, 2023 and the 2 winners will be announced at the end of May 2023.
Any questions?
On Friday, March 31 at 12pmEDT, our current Board members are hosting an online Q&A to share their perspectives and answer alumni questions about the Board’s work and the elections. Click here to sign up.
If you have questions but can’t join this Q&A, email getinvolved@lauderlove.com.
FAQ
What are at-large Alumni Term Member responsibilities?
- Attend monthly virtual Board meetings (1-2/month)
- Collaborate in developing alumni programming based on need and interests
- Participate in strategic initiatives based on need and interests
- Support semi-annual LIAA Board presentations at Lauder Institute Board of Governors meetings.
What should I submit with my nomination?
- Name
- Class Year
- Program or Language Track
- LinkedIn profile URL or a resume
- Headshot
- Current country of residence
- Personal statement of 250 words or less including
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- Why you want to join the Board
- How you plan on contributing
How much of a time investment is this?
- 5-10 hours a month depending on involvement in alumni programming and strategic initiatives.
How long am I committing for?
- If elected, at-large Alumni Term Members members will serve 2-year terms from June 2023 to June 2025.
When do I start?
- If elected, at-large Alumni Term Members will officially take office in June 2023.
Why is the Board reserving spots for alumni members outside the US?
- Our alumni community is globally distributed and we want our Board membership to reflect that. In the spirit of the Lauder Institute’s mission, we are integrating geographic diversity into our Board foundations by reserving 2 spots for alumni outside the US. This way, our Board decisions will reflect the interests and needs of alumni everywhere.
- Alumni outside the US will run in general elections alongside US counterparts.
- US based alumni are still encouraged to apply!
What is the ideal candidate profile?
- We have no ideal candidate profile and we are not looking for certain skills or experiences at this time. At-large Board members will not be fulfilling any technical functions that require specific knowledge.
What makes an effective Board member?
- A commonly used framework for non-profit Board members’ contributions is the 3 W’s: wealth, wisdom, and work. With the LIAA, effective Board members should be ready to contribute wisdom and work to advance our work. No financial contribution is expected.
Are Board members required or expected to contribute to LIAA financially?
- No. Board members are not required or expected to make financial contributions to the LIAA.
Can LRAs and LGAW volunteers run?
- Yes! All alumni Lauder alumni through the class of 2022 are eligible to run, including people who have volunteered with the Lauder alumni community in any capacity.
What are the biggest challenges the LIAA Board faces? What is the future state this Board is working toward?
- Our current focus areas and greatest challenges include delivering valuable alumni programming led by volunteers globally, establishing stable LIAA Board governance practices, and developing sustainable LIAA funding. Our long-term goal is to build an active alumni community with ongoing engagement in global regions that is supported by the LIAA Board and Executive Director.
Can I be involved with the LIAA without being on the Board?
- Of course! You do not need to join the Board to be involved with LIAA. Write laura@lauderlove.com with any ideas you have to get involved- such as leading alumni programming. You can also join our programming committee or our affinity groups.
