Region 1 Society of Black Engineers

2014-15 Region 1 Professional Executive Board Candidate Application

Region 1 Professional Executive Board Candidate Application Checklist

Carefully review the Region 1 Professional Executive Board Member Characteristics and Qualifications. Familiarize yourself with the NSBE Constitution, Bylaws, and Professional Operating Guidelines. o Documents can be found at the following link: http://www.nsbe.org/Downloads/OfficialDownloads.aspx Familiarize yourself with the positional duties as outlined in the Region 1 Professional Operating Guidelines, ARTICLE VI Duties of the office. o Open Positions: Region 1 Professionals Programs Chair Region 1 Professionals Secretary Region 1 Professionals Telecommunications Chair Region 1 Professionals Finance Chair Region 1 Professionals Collegiate Initiative Chair Region 1 Professionals Professional Development Chair Region 1 Professionals Telecommunications Chair Region 1 Professionals Pre-College Initiative Chair Submit completed typewritten application and recommendation letters to the Region 1 Professionals Chair Emeritus via email by 5:00 pm EST on Monday, April 21, 2014.

Please note: All submissions and questions may be directed to: Ronald Wagogo Region 1 Professionals Chair Emeritus r1pebemeritus@nsbe.org

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2014-15 Region 1 Professional Executive Board Candidate Application Region 1 Professional Executive Board Member Characteristics and Qualifications 1. Must have been an active member in good standing of the Region 1 Society of Black Engineers during and one (1) term prior to application. 2. 3. 4. Must demonstrate a working knowledge of the Societys operating policy and procedure. Must demonstrate familiarity with the NSBE Professional Membership Must attend all regularly scheduled meetings, (including transition meeting and leadership training if applicable), the 2014 Professional Development Conference, and the 2015 Annual Convention. 5. Must be able and willing to devote sufficient time to consistently fulfill the position duties as outlined in the Region 1 Professional Operating Guidelines 6. Must maintain contact with the Professional Chair, Zone Leader, Region 1 Executive Board and World Headquarters Counterparts(s) to ensure viability and productivity. 7. 8. Must be able to allow others space for leadership and decision-making. Must perform assigned tasks in a timely manner to facilitate the orderly progression of the goals and directives for the term of the Region 1 Professional Executive Board. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Must be dependable, self-motivated and an independent worker. Must be a strategic thinker while being both detail and result oriented. Must be able to work with various demographic levels and needs. Must be aware of own personal limitations. Must strive to possess and maintain a positive perspective with the goal to initiate change. Must be committed to his/her position from the time of election/appointment until April 30 th, 2015.

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2014-15 Region 1 Professional Executive Board Candidate Application PEB Position Sought: Full Name: Membership Number: Address: City, State, Zip: E-mail Address: Phone Number (XXX-XXX-XXXX): Current Employer or Organization: Title/Position: STEM Degree (from verification documentation) School: Degree: Major: PEB Chapter Affiliation: (Chapter or At-Large member)

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2014-15 Region 1 Professional Executive Board Candidate Application

Candidate Statement (500 words or less; include below or attach in separate document. Statement will be used in printed and electronic media to highlight candidates.)

Leadership Resume (please include both NSBE and other leadership related experiences) 1 page preferred, no more than 2 pages will be accepted. Include below or attach in separate document

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2014-15 Region 1 Professional Executive Board Candidate Application

For the responses below, please limit your answers to 100 words or less where applicable. 1. Based on your leadership experience (NSBE and external), describe why you are best suited for the desired position.

2. Provide a current overall evaluation of the NSBE Professional membership and Brand. Please list potential areas for improvement and enhancement.

3. What personal contributions have you made to enhance the position of NSBE (Professionals)?

4. What encouraged you to apply for this position and what motivates you to become a leader within NSBE?

5. If you were selecting applicants for this position, which qualities would you look for?

6. When situations are difficult, are you more likely to continue through or opt for an alternate route?

7. What commitments do you have during the week and on weekends?

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2014-15 Region 1 Professional Executive Board Candidate Application

8. Please utilize this opportunity to highlight any qualities or characteristics not brought forth through the questionnaire. (Please limit your response to 150 words.)

Recommendation Letters: Please submit two (2) letters of recommendation that speak to your character regarding the position sought. One letter should be from a current or past Region 1 Board Member (e.g. PEB, NEB, NAB) or World Headquarter Employee. The second letter can be from any additional source however a current or previous employer is highly recommended. Recommendation letters should be sent directly to the Region 1 Professionals Chair Emeritus (Ronald Wagogo) at r1pebemeritus@nsbe.org.

Please send application via email by 5:00 pm EST on Monday, April 21, 2014 to: Ronald Wagogo Region 1 Professionals Chair Emeritus r1pebemeritus@nsbe.org