Nominations for 2027-2028 SAEM Board of Directors

Nominations for 2027-2028 SAEM Board of Directors
SAEM is governed by elected members who serve on the Society's Board of Directors and committees. The SAEM Board of Directors manages the property, activities, and affairs of SAEM and governs the Society between annual business meetings.

SAEM is now accepting nominations for the 2027-2028 academic year. The term of service commences at the SAEM 2027 Annual Meeting.

Please note only active SAEM members may serve on the SAEM Board of Directors.
Position:
Nomination Type

Your Name:

First NameLast Name
Your Institution:
Your Email:
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Your Cell Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number. This will be used to notify nominees after the election.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Optional: Social Media Handle (Used for tagging/highlighting you via SAEM Social Media Channels)
Please indicate platform (i.e. LinkedIn, Instagram or X)
For the SAEM Nominating Committee and Board of Directors Review

The following questions will be reviewed in detail by the SAEM Nominating Committee and Board of Directors in recommending and approving the election slate of candidates.
SAEM Contribution (for Nominating Committee/Board review only): Please describe your contribution(s) as a volunteer member (committee/ academy/ interest group member) to SAEM. How have you served as a leader of SAEM? Please describe a meaningful contribution, your leadership role in it, and the impact that it had on the organization. (Please include all of your prior contributions to SAEM, starting with the most recent. Please limit your response to 250 words or less.)

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Board-Relevant Skills and Experience (for Nominating Committee/Board review only): Please describe your experience and expertise in any of the following areas:
- Strategic Thinking & Planning – seeing the bigger picture, anticipating future opportunities or challenges, setting priorities, or helping establish long-term direction
- Financial & Resource Stewardship – understanding budgets, evaluating tradeoffs, allocating resources, or making financially responsible decisions
- Decision-Making & Problem-Solving – evaluating complex issues, considering different perspectives and information, and making thoughtful decisions
- Collaboration & Relationship Building – working effectively across different groups, disciplines, organizations, or perspectives to achieve shared goals
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement – listening to and engaging members or other stakeholders and communicating complex or sensitive information effectively
Please limit your response to 250 words or less:

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SAEM Strategic Plan (for your reference)
Vision for the Future (for Nominating Committee/Board review only): What inspires you to pursue a position on the SAEM Board of Directors? Describe your vision of how you and/or the board might better serve SAEM’s membership and how that vision relates to SAEM’s strategic plan, considering the importance of complementary skills, competencies, and cognitive diversity. (Please limit your response to 250 words or less.)

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Impact on Emergency Medicine (for Nominating Committee/Board review only): Describe how you have impacted or contributed to the emergency medicine community through education, innovation, scholarship, research, and administration. Include any previous board or leadership experience you’ve held with other organizations and/or institutions (examples include board leadership; journal leadership; high-level EM grants; long-standing (>5 years) department leadership; national, regional, or local leadership. Please limit your response to 250 words or less.)

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Please tell the SAEM Nominating Committee and Board of Directors anything else you’d like to share relevant to your leadership. (Please limit your response to 250 words or less.)

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For the Membership

The following questions are public-facing and for the membership review during the open election period.
Candidate Statement (For SAEM Membership): This is your public-facing statement to SAEM membership and will be used by members when considering candidates during the election. Please write your statement with the SAEM membership as your intended audience.In a brief paragraph, summarize your education, qualifications, and relevant SAEM experience. Explain why you are running for office, what you hope to accomplish if elected, and what you would like SAEM members to know about you as a candidate.If you are approved for the slate, this statement will be published on the SAEM website during the election period and available to SAEM members. (Maximum 300 words. Write in first person.)

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Candidate Bio (For SAEM Membership): This will replace the candidate statement after elections close. Consider the following order: Name, Current Position, Educational Background, Professional Experience, Interests, Achievements, Additional Information. (Max. 200 Word Limit. Write in third person)

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Board of Director Responsibilities and Requirements
Responsibilities and requirements of SAEM Board of Director members and nominees:
- Attend all face-to-face board meetings, including but not limited to the SAEM Annual Meeting (May 18-21, 2027; September 12-14, 2027; January 15-19, 2028; May 16-19, 2028; September 10-12, 2028; January 12-17, 2029; May 15-18, 2029).
- Attend the Society's monthly board meetings via video conference (third Tuesday of each month, 12:00 - 2:30pm CT).
- Act in the best interests of the Society, which includes excusing oneself from discussions and votes where one has a conflict of interest.
- Agree and complete the SAEM Election Campaigning Guidelines (included in this form.)
- Complete the SAEM Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form (included in this form.)
- Agree to the SAEM Board Commitment Policy (included in this form.)
Visit our website for details: https://www.saem.org/about-saem/leadership-opportunities/call-for-nominations

These positions carry significant responsibility for SAEM and requires time, energy, and a commitment to making SAEM a priority. By agreeing, you affirm that, if elected, you will fully honor this commitment.
Do you agree to the above Board of Directors requirements and responsibilities?

Your Name:

First NameLast Name
Your Institution:
Your Email Address:
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Nominee's Name:

First NameLast Name
Nominee's Institution (if known):
Nominee's Email Address:
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Relationship to Nominee:

Other
Please explain why you think the person you are nominating is qualified to serve on the SAEM Board of Directors. (Please limit your response to 250 words or less.)

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2027-2028 SAEM Election Campaigning Guidelines
SAEM Election Campaigning Guidelines

To promote a fair, respectful, and equitable election process, all candidates are expected to adhere to the following campaigning guidelines.

Candidate Information
- Candidates will be asked to submit a candidate statement and other requested materials by the established deadline. These materials may be shared with SAEM members through official Society communication channels.
- SAEM will provide equitable opportunities for all candidates by distributing candidate information through official SAEM communications, including the SAEM Weekly e-newsletter and other designated election resources.
Campaign Communications
- Candidates may not distribute campaign communications to SAEM committees, academies, interest groups, or other official SAEM groups that promote their candidacy, qualifications, or reasons they should be elected. This prohibition includes communications through connected.saem.org and other official SAEM communication platforms.
- Candidates are strongly discouraged from sending unsolicited campaign emails to SAEM members.
- Candidates may not use mailing lists obtained through SAEM, affiliated organizations, or other professional societies for campaign purposes unless expressly authorized by the list owner and consistent with that organization's policies.
- Candidates may not use official SAEM communication channels, branding, or resources in a manner that suggests endorsement by the Society.
Social Media and Digital Communications
- Candidates may share factual information about their candidacy through their personal or institutional communication channels, including professional social media accounts, provided such communications remain respectful, accurate, and consistent with these guidelines.
- Candidates and their supporters may not tag or otherwise use official SAEM social media accounts, official SAEM groups, Board members, staff, committees, academies, interest groups, or Society communication platforms in campaign-related posts in a manner that implies endorsement or solicits official amplification.
- Campaign communications should not misrepresent SAEM positions, election procedures, or the qualifications of any candidate.
Endorsements
- Current members of the SAEM Board of Directors and SAEM staff must remain neutral throughout the election process and may not campaign for, endorse, or create the appearance of endorsing any candidate.
- SAEM committees, academies, interest groups, and other official organizational entities may not endorse or campaign on behalf of any candidate.
- Individual SAEM members, colleagues, mentors, and friends may express personal support for candidates in their individual capacities, provided they do not imply they are speaking on behalf of SAEM or any official SAEM entity.
Professional Conduct
- Candidates and their supporters are encouraged to engage in respectful, collegial conversations regarding a candidate's qualifications and potential contributions to SAEM.
- Candidates and their supporters must not engage in coercive, harassing, or intimidating conduct, nor make false, misleading, or disparaging statements about other candidates.
- Campaigning should reflect SAEM's values of professionalism, integrity, respect, and inclusion.
SAEM Meetings and Events
- Campaigning is not permitted (e.g., campaign speeches, group solicitation, or distribution of materials) during SAEM-sponsored meetings, regional meetings, educational programs, or other official Society events unless explicitly authorized by SAEM as part of an official election activity.
- Candidates should avoid activities that could disrupt educational programming or create unequal campaign opportunities.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Candidates may use AI-assisted tools to help draft or edit campaign materials, provided the content accurately reflects the candidate's own qualifications, experience, and views.
- Candidates remain solely responsible for the accuracy, originality, and professionalism of all campaign communications.
Questions and Compliance

Candidates are expected to comply with these guidelines throughout the election period. Questions regarding appropriate campaign activities should be directed to the SAEM Executive Office before engaging in the activity. Alleged violations may be reviewed in accordance with SAEM election policies, and appropriate action may be taken to preserve the integrity and fairness of the election process.
I understand that signing my name below constitutes a legal signature confirming that I acknowledge and agree to the SAEM Election Campaigning Guidelines described above.

I understand that my electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature.

Board Member Commitment Policy
The Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (the “Society”) shall be governed by the Board of Directors. The primary purpose of the Board of Directors is to secure and promote the financial, legal and ethical well-being of the organization so that it may fulfill its mission. This includes managing the property, activities and affairs of the Society.

I have a legal and ethical responsibility to ensure that the Society does the best work possible in pursuit of its goals. I believe in the purpose and the mission of the organization, and I will act responsibly and prudently as its steward. As a board member, I am fully committed and dedicated to the mission and have pledged to carry out this mission.

*Per Article III, Section 3, subsection d, of the Bylaws: Absences can be approved or excused only by the Board. Two unexcused absences from scheduled Board meetings, annual business meetings, or special meetings of the Board during any term as a member of the Board shall constitute a de facto resignation. Such resignation shall be effective two weeks after the Board gives notice to the Board member of such de facto resignation.

By clicking yes to the following, I acknowledge that my duties and responsibilities include:
I further understand that my duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Knowing and effectively articulating the Society’s mission, purpose, goals, policies, and programs.
- Attending all Society events as recommended by the Society’s Executive Committee.
- Being an active participant in the Society’s committees, academies, and interest groups to which I am appointed as Board Liaison.
- Actively participating in assessments of the Society’s performance and the establishment of its strategic goals and objectives.
- Actively participating in helping to develop resources for the Society.
- Participating in the establishment and enforcement of organizational policies.
- Striving to keep abreast of trends, issues, and current developments that may affect the Society.
- Remaining informed about current activities and events within the Society, asking questions, and requesting information as needed. I will participate in and take responsibility for making decisions on issues, policies and other board matters.
- Actively voicing my opinions and concerns, and open-mindedly considering the opinions and concerns of others in all Board decision making. I will trust that we all share a similar passion for the Society’s mission.
- Exercising my authority as a board member only when acting in a meeting with the full Board or when appointed by the Board.
- Representing the Society in a positive and supportive manner at all times.
  Working collaboratively with staff and other board members as partners towards the achievement of our goals.
- Strictly maintaining the confidentiality of all privileged or sensitive information provided to me, in order to safeguard the Society’s reputation and integrity, as well as the privacy rights of individuals and donors connected with the Society.
If I do not fulfill these commitments to the organization, I will expect the Board President to discuss my responsibilities with me.

In turn, the organization will be responsible to me by providing:
- Proper orientation to service on the Board
- Ample notice of all required Board meetings and activities
- Minutes of all Board meetings
- Regular financial reports and analyses
- Analyses and updates on significant organizational and personnel activities
- Relevant information that is needed to effectively serve as a Board member
- Indemnification from liability for a Board member’s reasonable and necessary actions, to the extent allowed by law
- Reimbursement for reasonable expenses incurred while conducting and attending to Board business
- Directors and Officers liability insurance coverage
- Respect for my time
- Opportunities to use my talents effectively
I certify by signing my name below that I understand these expectations that accompany Board service and will do my best to fulfill them as a member of the SAEM Board of Directors.

I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature.

Conflict of Interest and Commitment Disclosure Form
SAEM Officers, Board Members, Editors-in-Chief, Deputy Editors, Committee Chairs, Task Force Chairs, Academy Executive Committee Members, Foundation Board of Trustees, and others acting on behalf of SAEM and the SAEM Foundation have a duty to the Society and its members, including the duties of loyalty, diligence, and confidentiality. This means that they must not put themselves in a position where their personal, professional, or fiduciary interests conflict with their duty to the Society. In accepting their office or position, individuals undertake to give the Society the benefit of their care, best judgment, and to exercise their powers solely in the Society’s best interest and not for their own personal interest or for the benefit of another organization.

Conflicts of interest arise when individuals in positions of responsibility have personal, professional, or fiduciary interests, obligations, or responsibilities that conflict with their duties to the Society. It is important to note that a conflict of interest depends on the situation, and not on the character or actions of the individual. For more detailed information, please refer to SAEM's Conflict of Interest and Commitment Policy or the SAEM Foundation Conflict of Interest Policy.
Please select the potential position(s) for the 2027-2028 year that require you to complete the Conflict of Interest and Commitment Disclosure Form.
Please list your positions of employment, including the name of the institution/organization, title of your position, and brief description.
If none, please enter N/A.
Please list any other Board positions you hold, including a brief description of the nature and purpose of the organization.
(e.g. committee chair, journal editor, board member, academy executive committee, etc.). If none, please enter N/A.
Please list any committee, task force, and project involvement at the professional level (non-employer related and other than those within SAEM) including the position held, name of the parent organization, and a brief description of the nature and purpose of the committee, task force or project.
If none, please enter N/A.
Please list any relationships in which you hold a position of responsibility or a substantial financial interest (other than a 1% or less interest in a publicly traded company) from which SAEM obtains or may obtain substantial amounts of goods or services, or which provides services that substantially compete with SAEM.
If none, please enter N/A.
Please list any substantial financial interests or positions of responsibility in entities providing goods or services in support of the practice of emergency medicine (e.g., physician practice management company, billing company, physician placement company, book publisher, medical supply company, malpractice insurance company), other than owning less than a 1% interest in a publicly traded company.
If none, please enter N/A.
Please list the activities, investments, or employment of all immediate family members, close relatives, spouse or partner who may be affiliated with an organization that has dealings or other substantial interests with SAEM, or provides goods or services in support of the practice of emergency medicine. Include their name, relationship to you, the position they hold, name of the organization, and a brief description of the nature of the relationship to SAEM or the practice of emergency medicine.
If none, please enter N/A.
Please list any other interest you believe may create a conflict with the duty to the membership of SAEM or that may create the appearance of a conflict of interest.
If none, please enter N/A.
I understand that signing my name below constitutes a legal signature confirming that I acknowledge and agree to the SAEM campaign guidelines listed above listed above.

I understand that my electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature.
Thank you for completing the SAEM Board of Directors nomination form. To record your nomination, please click "submit" below.
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Nominations for 2027-2028 SAEM Board of Directors

For the SAEM Nominating Committee and Board of Directors Review

For the Membership

Board of Director Responsibilities and Requirements

2027-2028 SAEM Election Campaigning Guidelines

Board Member Commitment Policy

Conflict of Interest and Commitment Disclosure Form