Chapter Structure

The ASID leadership year runs from October 1 – September 30. As outlined in the Society’s By-Laws and Policies, the ASID model for the eight (8) member Chapter Board is as follows:

Chapter President

An ASID Chapter President is the chief executive officer and chief operating officer of the chapter, responsible for overseeing all operations and ensuring the chapter functions effectively. They serve as the liaison between the chapter and various entities like the university, community, alumni, and the International Fraternity. Additionally, they preside over chapter meetings, implement the strategic plan, and support ASID policies and programs. 

President-Elect

The basic functions of an ASID Chapter President-Elect are to assume the chapter president's responsibilities in his or her absence, assist the chapter president in carrying out the functions of that office and perform specific duties delegated by the chapter president, and facilitate the chapter board's understanding of its role and responsibilities.

This position shall be used as the orientation for the future chapter presidency.

Financial Director

The Chapter Financial Director is responsible for financial oversight. They assist with the chapter strategic plan, work plan, and budget; work with the Chapter Administrator to handle all chapter funds; oversee the chapter’s checking, savings,, and investment accounts; and report on the chapter’s income and expenses, bank balances,, and financial well-being. The Director also submits a quarterly chapter financial report, which is required by the Society’s guidelines, and is responsible for all tax returns.

Communications Director

The Communications Director is responsible for ensuring that all communications from the chapter are in compliance with the Society’s brand and stylistic standards. The Director must work closely with the communications and knowledge resources team at ASID Headquarters to ensure both have the most current information. The Director recruits additional volunteers or uses a service provider to assist with producing the chapter newsletter, website, and other communications materials.

Professional Development Director

Chapter Professional Development Directors are responsible for providing programming. Each chapter has differing needs depending on the size and composition of the membership and the market. Directors should ensure that the chapter program offerings…

• Are aligned with your chapter’s strategic plan

• Address the needs of the market

• Address the needs of various practitioner levels and specialties

• Introduce members to content that they might not know is critical

Membership Director

The Chapter Membership Director’s responsibilities may vary depending on the chapter's size, composition, geography, and resources.

Establishing a membership committee will allow the director to delegate some tasks to others. Also, Headquarters staff can help with some aspects of member recruitment or retention efforts.

Membership Directors might help new members become involved in all relevant chapter activities, invite them to serve on a committee, highlight their talents, and help them find their ‘place’ on a committee or subgroup to get them involved and actively engaged in chapter events.