Call for Nominations
BAE is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Board of Directors. We invite members who are passionate about advancing our mission and strengthening our community to consider stepping into a leadership role or to nominate a colleague whose voice and perspective would enrich the Board.
Serving on the BAE Board is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the organization’s direction, collaborate with dedicated peers, and help shape programming, strategy, and impact in the year ahead. Whether you are an experienced leader or exploring board service for the first time, we encourage you to engage in the process, attend a Coffee & Chat session, and consider submitting a nomination.
Board Elections Timeline
The 2026 BAE Board Elections will follow the schedule below. We encourage all interested members to participate–whether by nominating, learning more, or voting.
- May 4 – Nominations open and election process announced
- May 6 & May 20 – Coffee & Chat sessions with current and former Board officers
- May 21 – Nominations close
- June 16 – June 26 – Election voting period
- July 7 – New Board Members announced
We’ve developed these milestones to provide transparency, opportunities for engagement, and time to thoughtfully consider candidates and leadership roles.
Board Member Roles and Responsibilities
BAE is seeking dedicated and collaborative leaders to serve in the following roles: President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Program Chair. Each position plays a vital role in sustaining the organization’s mission, supporting its members, and guiding its strategic direction.
- The President serves as the chief executive officer, providing overall leadership and ensuring alignment with BAE’s mission and strategic goals. This role facilitates meetings, oversees governance and policy implementation, and helps drive the organization’s long-term vision. The President also supports fundraising efforts, manages the election process, and works closely with the Treasurer to ensure financial sustainability.
- The Treasurer is responsible for maintaining the financial health and transparency of the organization. This includes tracking financial activity, preparing reports, ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations, and managing required filings. The Treasurer plays a key role in financial planning and stewardship, helping ensure that BAE remains accountable and sustainable.
- The Secretary supports clear communication and organizational continuity by maintaining records, managing correspondence, and documenting meetings. This role ensures that members stay informed and engaged, while also supporting administrative functions such as membership tracking and outreach.
- The Program Chair leads the development and coordination of BAE’s events and programming. This includes organizing educational, networking, and community-building opportunities, working with partners to secure speakers, and evaluating program effectiveness. The role is central to fostering engagement and delivering meaningful experiences for members.
Together, these roles form a collaborative leadership team that stewards BAE’s work, strengthens its community, and advances its mission.
Learn More About Us
For folks interested in learning more about the mission, values, and processes that BAE follows, we’ve included resources linked below:
- Our BAE Mission and Values Statement — Summarizes what we do, what we want to achieve, and how our organization operates.
- Our BAE 2025 Bylaws — Provides structure for the organization and the protocols we use in organizing and decision-making processes.