Five Point Foundation Outlined

Colleagues

As most of you know I have tossed my hat into the ring for the office of President of NAI. I created this blog site partly to help out line my views on numerous issues facing the association and the profession as a whole. You probably have seen the five points outlining what I hope to see accomplished in my term if elected. But just as a refresher...here they are again

Foster Regional and Section Success The national office must play an increasing role in assisting the regions and sections reach member needs. Without these member focused parts of NAI, we would not even exist

Certification Program-This is definitely one of the Association’s great successes over the past few years. But time has come for us to have a holistic assessment of the program and its impact on the association and its partners. Collaboration between the Board, professional staff, certification trainers and members is essential for this to succeed.

International Outreach-Interpretation does not stop at the US border. Continued support and oversight of the international partnerships should continue. But such work should be placed in the context of continued national membership services and be balanced with the other core elements of the organization.

Board of Directors Development-This is critical for the future of the profession as well as the association. But to reach its potential there needs to be a plan for education and board/staff development. Effective and proactive communication between board and professional staff are foundations for such transition.

College and University programs/students-The future of the profession is with the students in the colleges and universities today and tomorrow. A closer partnership with academics programs and students is critical.

Look for some expansion on these points in later posting

Till then

Yours in Interpretation

Tom