Standing Committees of the Board

The Board maintains three Standing Committees as required by the Bylaws and may establish additional committees as needed. Each Standing Committee maintains meeting minutes and regularly reports its activities to the Board.

Each committee is responsible for defined deliverables aligned with the Association’s strategic plan and its approved committee charter.

SEA members are encouraged to engage in committee service by contacting the Committee Chair. Committee participation offers meaningful opportunities to contribute to the SES community, support the profession, and strengthen the Association.

Executive Committee

Bylaws Standing Committee
Limited to Board Members

Charter

The Executive Committee consists of the Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and other officers as determined by a majority vote of the Board.

The Committee serves as the central planning and advisory body to the President and recommends strategic and operational improvements to the Board. Between Board meetings, the Committee may implement policy or act on behalf of the Board in unusual circumstances, subject to subsequent Board notification and approval.

All Executive Committee actions are subject to Board approval by a simple majority vote.

Chair: Melody Bell

Staff Liaison: Marcus L. Hill

Meeting Cycle: First and third Monday of each month, 5:00–6:00 pm EDT

Finance Committee

Bylaws Standing Committee
Limited to Board Members

Charter

Chaired by the Treasurer, the Finance Committee oversees the financial stewardship of the Association. Responsibilities include compensation policy guidance, budget development and review, internal financial controls, investments, grants, reserve accounts, contracts, insurance policies, and oversight of the independent auditor.

The Committee provides the annual budget to the Board for approval and briefs the Board regularly on financial performance and fiduciary matters.

Chair: Kerry Neal

Staff Liaison: Samantha Davis

Meeting Cycle: Third Tuesday of each month, 5:00–6:00 pm EDT

Nominating Committee

Bylaws Standing Committee
Limited to Board Members

Charter

Appointed by the Board Chair with Board concurrence, the Nominating Committee develops an annual nominating slate to fill Board vacancies. The Committee seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, skills, perspectives, and experiences reflective of the Senior Executive Service.

The Committee presents both a preliminary list of candidates and a recommended slate to the Board, including written rationale for each recommendation.

Chair: Neal Doherty

Staff Liaison: Jordan Stokesberry

Meeting Cycle: TBD

Policy and Legislation Committee

Charter

Plans, develops, and advances policy and legislative initiatives that support and strengthen the career Senior Executive Service community.

Chair: Daniel Chenok

Co-Chair: Kimberly Walton

Staff Liaison: Jordan Stokesberry

Meeting Cycle: Second Thursday of each month, 3:00–4:00 pm EDT

Membership Committee

Charter

Leads efforts to recruit, retain, and engage members through value-added programming, resources, and communications.

Chair: Dr. Michelle Sutter

Staff Liaison: Jordan Stokesberry

Meeting Cycle: Second Wednesday of each month, 5:30–6:30 pm EDT

Awards Committee

Charter

Develops and oversees the SEA Awards Program, including criteria, selection processes, and recognition activities.

Chair: Neal Doherty

Staff Liaison: Jordan Stokesberry

Meeting Cycle: TBD

Strategic Partnerships and Corporate Sponsorship Development Committee

Charter

Identifies and cultivates value-added programming, benefits, and sponsorship opportunities with corporate and organizational partners.

Chair: Dana “Mark” Peterson

Staff Liaison: Krissy Greenleaf

Meeting Cycle: Second Wednesday of each month, 10:00–11:00 am EDT

Annual Summit Committee

Charter

Plans and delivers SEA’s flagship annual event, the Senior Executive Leadership Summit.

Chair: Marcus L. Hill

Staff Liaison: Jordan Stokesberry

Meeting Cycle: Second Thursday of each month, 5:30–6:30 pm EDT

Professional Development Committee

Charter

Oversees the development of professional learning, leadership development, and career-focused programming for SEA members.

Chair: Dr. Gerome Banks

Staff Liaison: Jordan Stokesberry

Meeting Cycle: Monday's, 5:00–6:00 pm EDT