Sub-Committees and Task Forces Applications

Volunteerism, cooperation, and advancement of common goals are cornerstones of any association. Countless, hardworking industry professionals dedicate their time and talents to making IAAPA a progressive, proactive, and strong organization. Task forces and committees represent our membership and support our mission, vision, and strategic plan. Each task force and committee create an annual work plan with objectives they plan to achieve each year. Meet the current IAAPA Committee members and consider your role is shaping the future of the industry.

Interested in serving on an IAAPA Committee? Watch our webinar, "Should I Apply to Serve on an IAAPA Committee or Task Force," featuring Wuthichai Luangamornlert, Chair of the IAAPA Global Board of Directors, and David Mandt, IAAPA Chief Governance Officer. This recorded session explains the role of a committee member and details the application process.

To apply for a 2025 IAAPA Task force or committee, please complete the volunteer application. The deadline to apply for a task force or committee is Tuesday, October 1, 11:59 p.m. EDT.

Committees Lists and Descriptions

IAAPA has five types of committees: board, strategic, regional advisory, constituency, and awards plus a series of subcommittees. The committees described below are open to volunteers. Those interested in joining a committee must fill out our volunteer application form.

A regional advisory board recommends direction, strategies, programs, events, and services for a geographic region. IAAPA currently has four (4) regional advisory boards: Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Latin America, Caribbean, and North America. Chairs of the regional advisory boards are selected through the board election process and serve as members of the global board.

Regional Task Forces and Committees

Each regional advisory board will determine the task forces and committees needed to advance the strategic priorities of the region. The task forces and committees will be evaluated annually and adjusted to meet the changing needs of the region. Task forces and committees can be focused on professional disciplines, constituencies, and special projects. Task forces and committees will be composed of members from the corresponding geographic region and/or representatives critical to the success of the region’s events and programs.

Each region will have committees focused on:

Education
Safety/Security
Sustainability

Regional Education Committee – Oversees all educational offers including regional events, webinars, and expos. Committee members define sessions, presentations, and speakers. This committee will also provide input and feedback for global programs developed by the global professional development and certification committee.
Regional Safety and Security Committee – Works to improve safety and security in the region. The committee recommends policy and provides strategic direction on safety and security matters; facilitates the sharing of best practices; oversees the collection and analysis of safety and security information; advises on relevant education and training programs; and provides input on global safety standards.
Regional Sustainability Committee – The purpose of the regional sustainability committee is to guide the region in all matters related to the long-term sustainable management of the Association, develop strategies focused on inspiring members to follow a sustainability agenda, and to facilitate the development of services and products supporting the sustainability agenda with membership. In doing so, the committee will work in close alignment with all other regional committees focusing on issues linked to the sustainability agenda.