Communication
The Committee seeks to conduct its business in a manner which is transparent to all members, whether they are on the committee or not. We welcome the input of any of the organization, but we cannot get input if we conduct business in side channels and exclusive spaces. Therefore, all committee work shall be conducted here on the forum, or else fully documented here.
Meetings
PD Meetings occur on the fourth Thursday of each month at 14:00 CDT. Meeting events will be posted here on the forum, and any changes to the normal meeting schedule will be communicated in advance.
In order not to penalize members who cannot attend at the scheduled time, the committee will, to the best of its ability, fully document meeting discussion on the forum itself, in accordance with our Communication policy.
Membership
Determining Membership Status
To become a member of the Professional Development Committee, all you have to do is ask! We will be happy to have you!
To remain a member, however, we do expect some measure of participation. Things like:
- attending meetings, engaging in discussion
- contributing to topics on the forum
- helping with any board tasks as they occur
- being part of committee in-person events, like panel discussions, expert room, etc.
2026
Confirmed
- Josh Carlson (Chair)
- Burt McAlpine
- Chris Merino
- Hunter Ray
- Britney West
- Dan Bartlett
- Meagan Briganti
Pending
- Sarah Kedas
- Stephanie Mundis
- Ayoola Akingbogun
- Austin Willis