The SIOP Executive Board election is now open. The SIOP Executive Board recently approved the strategic priorities for the next 3-5 years, and effective leadership for SIOP will be essential in driving this new direction forward.
Cast your ballot before 5 p.m. ET Nov. 30 to shape the leadership and future of SIOP.
You should have received an email from SIOP <vote@simplyvoting.com> with your individual link, Elector ID, and password to vote. If you are an eligible voter and did not receive this email, please email siop@siop.org.
When you vote, you will be asked to rank the candidates on the ballot. Although ranking all candidates is not required, it is encouraged. Votes will be recorded using the Ware single transferable vote method, also known as the instant runoff method, per the procedures used for the American Psychological Association’s presidential election.
Bios and goals statements for each candidate can be found on the SIOP Election Candidates webpage.
President-Elect
The President-Elect appoints the chairs of all committees for the next administrative year unless otherwise provided in the Bylaws or other SIOP policy. In some cases, committee chairs-in-training are appointed. Additionally, the President-Elect is responsible for onboarding new members of the Executive Board and training of committee chairs. They serve a 3-year term in the form of President-Elect, President, and Past President.
Candidates
- Joseph A. Allen
- Eileen M. Linnabery
- Emily G. Solberg
Member-at-Large
A Member-at-Large serves a 3-year term on the Executive Board and engages in ongoing coordination with other board members to ensure that the Society pursues objectives specified in its strategic plan. They act as a fiduciary to steer the Society toward a sustainable future by adhering to financial management policies that ensure the Society has adequate resources to advance its mission.
This year, we are electing two (2) Members-at-Large.
Candidates
- Courtney Bryant Shelby
- Jerilyn Hayward
- Peter J. Reiley
- Clair A. Reynolds Kueny
- Shonna D. Waters
Financial Officer/Secretary
The Financial Officer/Secretary serves a 3-year term on the Executive Board and provides executive oversight of the Society’s financial activities, including taxes, audits, budgets, and financial projections. In collaboration with the Finance Manager, they prepare financial reports for Executive Board meetings and help ensure the Society’s financial practices align with its governing policies and support a sustainable future. The Financial Officer/Secretary also serves as an ex-officio member of the SIOP Foundation Board of Trustees.
Candidates
- Bradley J. Brummel
- Gerald F. “Jay” Goodwin
- Liberty J. Munson
Diversity and Inclusion Officer
The Diversity and Inclusion Officer serves a 3-year term on the Executive Board and provides executive oversight of Society activities and programs that promote diversity and inclusion within SIOP and the science and practice of diversity and inclusion. The officer works closely with committees focused on ethnic minority affairs, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, international affairs, military and veterans inclusion, diversifying the I-O profession, women’s inclusion, and disability, inclusion, and accessibility. They coordinate with committee chairs to advance goals aligned with SIOP’s strategic plan, monitor committee activities and budgets, and bring significant accomplishments, issues, and action items to the Executive Board.
Candidates
- Sophie A. Kay
- Meisha-ann Martin
- Katina Sawyer
The minimum and preferred qualifications for these positions are available here: Candidate Qualifications
SIOP elections are focused on positive and civil communication. Fairness and openness are greatly valued during this process. These fundamentals reflect and amplify the positive culture of I-O psychology as a profession. Thank you for your participation!
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