USTA CT Board Applications

USTA New England–Connecticut, Inc. (USTA-CT) is a non-profit organization whose board is dedicated to the promotion, development, and enjoyment of tennis in the state of Connecticut. The purpose of this application is to enable the nominating committee to serve the CT tennis community by making appropriate choices for nominees to the USTA-CT board of directors.

To apply for nomination to a term as Director or Officer on the USTA-CT Board starting in 2024 and running through 2026:

Complete the Personal Information section.
Answer the nine (9) questions below.
Submit this form by August 25, 2023

You will receive an immediate reply.

Personal Information (You must be a CT resident and have a USTA # to apply)

Name:*

Phone:*

Email:*

Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Occupation:*

Employer:*

USTA #:*

Questions

1. For which position are you interested in applying:*

2. Why are you interested in joining the USTA CT Board?*

3. How do you feel USTA-CT will benefit from your involvement on the board?*

4. List your current volunteer commitments during the past 5 years. (if applicable)*

5. Have you served on any non-profit boards? Please list and indicate your role*

6. Please share any other information you feel is important for consideration of your application to serve on the USTA-CT board.*

7. In what ways are you and have you been historically connected to tennis?*

8. Have you ever resigned or been removed from a Board or Governing Body for ethical, fiduciary, or illicit reasons?*

9. Have you ever been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a felony charge?*

* Required field

USTA-CT Board of Director Expectations

Support the mission statement of USTA-CT: “To Inspire, Promote & Develop the Growth of Tennis in Connecticut”.
Actively engage and participate in board meetings, committees, and discussions.
Work as part of a cohesive team to promote common goals.
Dedicate time to board meetings and occasional field events.
Respect and support decisions made by the board.
Declare any conflicts of interest as it pertains to your position on the board and abstain from voting when appropriate.
Do your best to ensure that the USTA-CT is well maintained, active, and always operating in the best interest of the CT tennis players
Represent all who serve this organization and not a geographic region or interest group.
Remain aware of activities planned and make yourself available to participate.

USTA-CT Board of Director Rules

USTA-CT is a State Association of the USTA and USTA New England.
Term lengths are three years. Currently, there are a maximum of 17 positions available, including officer positions.
Terms begin in January 2024 for the nominees who are elected.
There are no term limits for board members.
The board meets a minimum of three times a year; and, although in-person attendance is encouraged, participation via teleconference is acceptable.
There will be no criticizing of fellow board members or their opinions in or out of board meetings.
There will be no use of the organization for personal or business advantage or that of friends or relatives.
There will be no discussion of confidential proceedings of the board outside of the board meeting.