Apply for CHEST Leadership Positions

Call for College Regents-at-Large, 2020-2023 term
Submission Deadline: August 14, 2020

Nominations are now being accepted for openings on CHEST’s Board of Regents. The 3-year term of service begins November 1, 2020, and continues until October 31, 2023. Per current bylaws, new regents are eligible to serve two, 3-year terms, for a total of 6 years.

Responsibilities

Regents must:

• Attend all Board of Regents meetings each year, including face-to-face meetings (typically four each year) and conference calls (approximately four each year);
• Actively participate in Board of Regents discussions and decisions regarding CHEST budgets, financial reports, committee reports and requests, strategic planning, and all other matters brought to the attention of the Board of Regents or otherwise within its responsibilities;
• Knowledge of CHEST bylaws;
• Serve in leadership positions and undertake special assignments willingly and enthusiastically; and
• Accept responsibility as a fiduciary to CHEST, including the duty of care and the duty of loyalty;
• All Regents are expected to donate to the CHEST Foundation each calendar year.

* Please note that the time commitment necessary to be successful in this role is not insignificant. In addition to travel and attendance at meetings, there are also typically large packets of materials to be thoughtfully reviewed prior to meetings and calls.

Required Documents

Candidates must submit:

• Nomination form
• Vision statement (not to exceed one page)
• Two letters (not to exceed) of reference from active Fellows of CHEST (NO ONE in the current CHEST presidential line or a member of the Governance Committee may write a letter). We ask that you waive your right to view letters prior to submission to Suzanne Sletto.
• Curriculum vitae
• List of relevant CHEST and CHEST Foundation experience/activities

Criteria

There are qualities and skills the Governance Committee will consider when reviewing documents. Review the list below, and, in your vision statement, include the qualities and skills you want to highlight. Additionally, all applicants must abide by CHEST Leadership Conflict of Interest Policy.

Leadership: Candidate should have demonstrated leadership abilities; at least a 3- to 5-year horizon on their thinking; the ability to effectively inspire and empower others; the ability to effectively direct CHEST resources to achieve its goals and objectives; and the ability to build teamwork among peers with different needs, backgrounds, and interests.

Governance: Candidate should demonstrate that they can make judgments in the interest of the entire membership without conflicting interests; understand the duties and responsibilities of members of the Board of Regents; clearly articulate the difference between governance and management; know the duties of care, loyalty, and obedience and be able to give examples of exercising each of these; demonstrate how they have governed in the past; give instances in which they have elevated peers from micromanaging to governance; and know what it means to govern.

Experience: Candidate should have experience and competence with organizational finances and budgeting; a variety of life experiences; management experience; experience or demonstrated understanding of issues related to quality, safety measures, and health-care reform; and experience in a CHEST leadership position, such as Chair of the Council of NetWorks, Council of Global Governors, Annual Scientific Program Committee, CHEST Foundation Board of Trustees, or other committees.

The Governance Committee also recognizes the importance of diverse representation on the Board of Regents. To that end, a Board profile has been compiled. This profile excludes members whose current term ends at CHEST 2020. Note gaps in the Board composition and indicate in your vision statement, how you would add to the inclusive nature of the board as a member on the Board of Regents.

Submission

Complete the Nomination Form and submit all documents to Suzanne Sletto by August 14, 2020. The Governance Committee will review the documents and select a slate of candidates. Candidates will be notified of selection in late September. Final approval of the slate will take place at the College Board of Regents Meeting held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting.

Call for CHEST President, 2022-2023 Term
Submission Deadline: August 14, 2020

We are accepting nominations to fill the office of CHEST President for the year 2022-2023. Prior to assuming the position of President, the candidate will serve 1 year (2020-2021) as President-Designate followed by 1 year (2021-2022) as President-Elect.

Responsibilities

The President performs all duties set forth in our amended and restated bylaws, including serving as chair at all meetings of the Fellows and the Board of Regents; serving as an ex-officio Trustee of the CHEST Foundation; guiding the board through discussions, deliberations, and decisions; appointing CHEST representatives to external organizations and projects; serving as a nonvoting ex-officio member on all committees; representing CHEST as may be required to execute our business; choosing a chair for the CHEST Annual Meeting for the respective year of presidency, along with keynote speakers, Presidential Citation Honor/Lecturer awardees, session topic for Critical Care Societies Collaborative (CCSC) session; having knowledge of CHEST bylaws; writing articles for CHEST Physician and other publications; and leading our organization toward achieving its mission and vision. The President must be willing and able to devote extensive time, often on a daily basis, to CHEST. This presidential term will immediately follow that of David Schulman, MD, MPH, FCCP.

Required Documents

Candidates must submit:

• Nomination form
• Vision statement (not to exceed one page)
• Three letters (not to exceed) of reference from active Fellows of CHEST (may NOT be from individuals currently serving in the Presidential line, or a member of the Governance Committee). We ask that you waive your right to view letters prior to submission to Suzanne Sletto.
• Letter of support from current place of work
• Curriculum vitae
• List of relevant CHEST and CHEST Foundation experience/activities
• Responses to the CHEST Presidential Candidate Issue Analysis

Criteria

The office of the President is open to CHEST Fellows (US and international) who meet all qualifications:

• CHEST leadership experience, such as service on the Council of NetWorks, Council of Global Governors, Board of Regents, or the CHEST Foundation Board of Trustees;
• Professional respect in the medical community, as evidenced by at least two letters of recommendation that meet the requirements;
• Skills and leadership as a practicing physician, academic clinician, researcher, or allied health professional;
• Commitment to promoting diversity and international involvement in our activities;
• Advanced communication skills and the ability to be a spokesperson; and
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.

There are qualities and skills that the Governance Committee will look for when assessing candidates. Review the list below (although descriptive, it’s certainly not exhaustive), and highlight your qualifications and skills in your vision statement. Additionally, all applicants must abide by CHEST Leadership Conflict of Interest Policy.

Leadership: Candidate should have demonstrated leadership abilities, at least a 3- to 5-year horizon on their thinking; the ability to effectively inspire and empower others; the ability to effectively direct CHEST resources to achieve its goals and objectives; and the ability to build teamwork among peers with different needs, backgrounds, and interests.

Governance: Candidate should demonstrate that they can make judgments in the interest of the entire membership without conflicting interests; understand the duties and responsibilities of the Board of Regents; clearly articulate the difference between governance and management; know the duties of care, loyalty, and obedience, and be able to give examples of exercising each of these; demonstrate how they have governed in the past; give instances in which they have elevated peers from micromanaging to governance; and know what it means to govern.

Experience: Candidate should have experience and competence with organizational finances and budgeting; a variety of life experiences; management experience; experience or demonstrated understanding of issues related to quality, safety measures, and health-care reform; and experience in a CHEST leadership position, such as Chair of the Council of NetWorks, Council of Global Governors, Annual Scientific Program Committee, the CHEST Foundation Board of Trustees, or other committees.

The Governance Committee also recognizes the importance of diverse representation on the Board of Regents. To that end, a Board profile has been compiled. This profile excludes members whose current term ends at CHEST 2020. Note gaps in the Board composition and indicate in your vision statement, how you would add to the inclusive nature of the board as a member on the Board of Regents in the Presidential line.

Submission

Complete the Nomination Form and submit all documents to Suzanne Sletto by August 14, 2020. The Governance Committee will review the documents and select a slate of candidates.

Approved candidates will be invited to a virtual interview on August 28; to be considered, candidates must be able to attend this virtual interview. Final approval of the slate will take place at the College Board of Regents Meeting held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting.

Call for CHEST Foundation Trustee, 2020-2022 
Submission Deadline: August 14, 2020

The CHEST Foundation is now accepting nominations for a Trustee opening on our Board of Trustees. The 2-year term of service begins November 1, 2020, and continues until October 31, 2022. Whether you see this as an opportunity for a colleague, someone in your organization, or yourself, we invite you to review the requirements and responsibilities outlined below.

The CHEST Foundation continues to be a critical resource for CHEST members and their patients. With a mission to champion lung health through community service, clinical research grants, and patient education, the CHEST Foundation is an essential contributor to building healthier communities and saving lives. Since its inception in 1996, the Foundation has evolved in defining and fulfilling its mission, and these successes are a result of outstanding, selfless leaders who have answered the foundation’s call to service.

The CHEST Foundation Board is committed to growing the foundation to have a greater impact. Through this, members of the Foundation Board of Trustees are expected to support, develop and sustain a culture of philanthropy within the entire CHEST community to increase our donor base and endowment.

Responsibilities

A Trustee position on the Foundation Board is open to applicants who meet all expectations:

• First, be, or become, knowledgeable about the CHEST Foundation’s mission and programs and participate in promoting, sustaining and building the mission;
• The CHEST Foundation Board of Trustees are expected to serve as fundraising ambassadors in support of both the College and Foundation’s goals. This includes a financial commitment for Officers and Trustees of the CHEST Foundation (both in giving and in fundraising);
• Trustees are expected to make a personal contribution and reflect their leadership by supporting annual giving and/or the endowment fund.
• Trustees must be comfortable with the mission and message of the Foundation and willing to share their enthusiasm for the Foundation with other leaders and Fellows.
• The CHEST Foundation Board of Trustees suggests the following levels of financial commitment: For officers, $5,000 annually during each term of office, and for Trustees, $2,000 annually during each term on the board, with the goal for all board members to become major donors of the Foundation.
• All Trustees with the exception of ex-officio positions are expected to raise a minimum of $10,000 per calendar year.

Additionally, Trustees must

• Attend and participate in all Board of Trustees meetings (2 face-to-face meetings and additional conference call meetings throughout the year);
• Participate in CHEST Foundation work groups and events/activities, as requested;
• Knowledge of CHEST Foundation bylaws;
• Avoid conflicts of interest;
• Maintain confidentiality.

*Please note that the time commitment necessary to be successful in this role is not insignificant. In addition to travel and attendance at meetings, there are also typically large packets of materials to be thoughtfully reviewed prior to meetings and calls.

Required Documents

Candidates must submit:

• Nomination form
• Vision statement addressing how you will champion the foundation’s mission and contribute to the development of the foundation’s culture of philanthropy (not to exceed one page)
• Two letters (not to exceed) of reference from active Fellows of CHEST (may NOT be from individuals currently serving in the Presidential line, or a member of the Governance Committee). We ask that you waive your right to view letters prior to submission to Suzanne Sletto.
• Curriculum vitae
• List of relevant CHEST and CHEST Foundation experience/activities

Criteria

There are qualities and skills that the Governance Committee will look for when assessing candidates. Review the list below (although descriptive, it’s certainly not exhaustive), and highlight your qualifications and skills in your vision statement. Additionally, all applicants must abide by CHEST Leadership Conflict of Interest Policy.

Leadership: Candidate should have demonstrated leadership abilities; at least a 3- to 5-year horizon on their thinking; the ability to effectively inspire and empower others; the ability to effectively direct CHEST Foundation resources to achieve its goals and objectives; and the ability to build teamwork among peers with different needs, backgrounds, and interests.

Experience: Candidate should have experience and competence with organizational finances and budgeting; a variety of life experience; management experience; experience or demonstrated understanding of issues related to clinical research, community service, patient education, and disease awareness; and experience preferred in a leadership position for CHEST or another nonprofit organization, such as service on a board, work group, steering committee, task force, or other collaborative professional leadership role.

The Governance Committee also recognizes the importance of diverse representation on the Board of Trustees. To that end, a Board profile has been compiled. This profile excludes members whose current term ends at CHEST 2018. Note gaps in the Board composition and indicate on the nomination form, under “Reason for Nomination,” how you would add to the inclusive nature of the board as a member on the Board of Trustees.

Submission

Complete the Nomination Form and submit all documents to Suzanne Sletto by August 14, 2020.

Final approval of the slate will take place at the College Board of Regents Meeting held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting.