2027 Board Nominations

Purpose of the Application
The ICPHSO Board of Directors provides governance and strategic leadership for the International Consumer Product Health and Safety Organization. Board members are expected to actively participate in the governance, programs, committees, and activities of ICPHSO and to contribute volunteer time in support of the organization's mission.

The Nominating Committee carefully considers each applicant and seeks to develop a Board that brings together a broad range of product safety experience, stakeholder perspectives, professional backgrounds, geographic representation, and leadership capabilities.

Submission of an application does not guarantee nomination or election to the Board. Under the ICPHSO Bylaws, the Nominating Committee selects nominees from Board applicants and presents a list of nominees to fill expiring Board positions. Election is by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.

Bylaw-Based Eligibility
Any member in good standing of ICPHSO is eligible to apply for nomination to the Board. Board membership is open to individuals who represent a constituency with an interest and stake in consumer product safety.

The Bylaws provide for a Board of 11 to 19 members, with broad representation from various perspectives, including government, business, education, trade and professional associations, and consumer and public-interest groups. Only one member from any organization, including subsidiaries, may serve on the Board.

Directors are elected to three-year terms beginning March 16. A Director may serve no more than two consecutive three-year terms. After two consecutive terms, the individual must be off the Board for three years before becoming eligible for nomination and election again.

Selection Considerations

ICPHSO Engagement and Volunteer Service: Demonstrated involvement with ICPHSO through committees, programs, speaking, moderation, proposals, events, sponsorships, exhibits, or other volunteer activities. Prior volunteer service is valued but is not, by itself, an eligibility requirement.
Product Safety Knowledge and Experience: Knowledge and understanding of current and emerging product safety issues, trends, practices, and challenges.
Leadership and Strategic Thinking: Leadership experience and the ability to contribute to strategy, policymaking, planning, decision-making, and organizational goals.
Governance, Analytical and Decision-Making Skills: Ability to evaluate issues objectively, exercise sound judgment, consider differing perspectives, and contribute constructively to Board decisions.
Financial Literacy and Stewardship: Understanding of organizational financial matters, budgets, financial oversight, or resource management. Financial-management experience is not required of every Board member.
Collaboration and Communication: Ability to work effectively in a diverse, inclusive, multi-stakeholder environment, with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Commitment to ICPHSO: Willingness and ability to devote the time necessary for Board meetings, committees, conferences, volunteer assignments, and other ICPHSO activities.
Stakeholder Perspective and Broad Representation: The Nominating Committee considers the overall composition of the Board and seeks broad representation of the consumer product safety community.

BOARD MEMBER EXPECTATIONS AND COMMITMENT
Service on the ICPHSO Board of Directors is an active volunteer leadership responsibility. Board members are expected to participate fully in the governance, programs, and activities of ICPHSO.

1. Attendance at Meetings

Three Board conference calls per year.
The in-person Board meeting held in conjunction with the February Annual Meeting & Training Symposium.
Additional in-person or virtual Board meetings or conference calls, as needed.

The Bylaws require the Board to meet in person at least once each year, unless global issues or other emergencies require a virtual meeting, and the annual Board meeting is held in conjunction with the annual symposium.

2. Attendance at ICPHSO Events

Attend the February Annual Meeting & Training Symposium.
Attend ICPHSO regional and international conferences when possible.
Actively participate in ICPHSO programs and activities throughout the year.

3. Participation on Committees and Subcommittees
Symposium Planning

Attend the Symposium planning kick-off meeting during the February conference.
Participate in ICPHSO Event Planning Committee meetings.
Serve, when requested by the Conference Chair, in reviewing program proposals and other planning activities.

Additional Committee/Subcommittee

Serve actively on at least one additional ICPHSO committee or subcommittee.
Contribute meaningfully to the committee's work.
Be prepared to assume a leadership role in committee activities, particularly during a second term of Board service.

4. Participation During the February Annual Meeting & Training Symposium

Attend conference meals and actively interact with attendees, particularly first-time attendees and those who have traveled significant distances to participate.
Attend conference receptions and engage with attendees.
Assist at the registration desk as requested.
Assist at the ICPHSO committee table for approximately 30 minutes.
Assist with microphone running and room monitoring during workshops and sessions, as requested.
Attend the Board meeting.
Remain available to assist with other conference activities or needs, as requested.

5. General Board Participation

Prepare for and actively participate in Board meetings.
Complete assignments and follow through on commitments.
Contribute volunteer time to ICPHSO activities.
Support the mission, goals, and strategic direction of ICPHSO.
Work collaboratively with fellow Board members, staff, volunteers, and ICPHSO stakeholders.
Represent ICPHSO professionally and appropriately in interactions with members and the broader product safety community.

Applicant Acknowledgment of Expectations
By submitting this application, I acknowledge that I have reviewed the Board Member Expectations and understand that service on the ICPHSO Board of Directors requires an active commitment of time, participation, and volunteer service.

I am willing and able to make this commitment if elected to the ICPHSO Board of Directors.

If there are any anticipated limitations on your ability to meet these expectations, please explain:

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1. ICPHSO Membership: Are you currently an active ICPHSO member in good standing?

If Yes, please provide your current membership category, if known:

Categories include Business, Sole Practitioner, Non-Business, Non-Conference

2. Interest in Board Service: Please describe your interest in serving on the ICPHSO Board of Directors. What motivates you to contribute to this leadership role, and how do you see yourself supporting ICPHSO's mission, strategic priorities, and goals?

3. Product Safety Background and Experience: Please describe your professional and/or personal background in product safety, including specific roles, responsibilities, and activities. Include relevant dates and concrete examples demonstrating your experience. Examples may include regulatory work, compliance, testing, standards development, manufacturing, retail, consumer advocacy, research, academia, legal matters, consulting, or other product safety activities. Please also describe any experience with organizational budgets, financial oversight, resource management, or other financial activities.

4. Leadership, Governance and Professional Skills: Please describe the professional and/or personal skills and experience you would bring to the ICPHSO Board. Include specific examples where possible. Consider leadership, strategic planning, governance, policymaking, decision-making, analytical and critical thinking, collaboration, communication, relationship building, fundraising and sponsorship, advocacy, financial literacy and stewardship, and other skills relevant to Board service.

5. Previous Contributions to ICPHSO: Please describe any previous contributions you have made to ICPHSO, whether as a volunteer, participant, speaker, moderator, committee member, sponsor, exhibitor, presenter, or in any other capacity. Include specific activities, roles, projects, or initiatives and, where possible, describe the outcomes or impact of your involvement.

6. Board Service Commitment: Based on the Board Member Expectations and Commitment outlined in this application, please describe your ability to meet the responsibilities of Board service. Please address your anticipated availability for Board meetings and conference calls, the February Annual Meeting & Training Symposium, committee and subcommittee activities, Symposium planning activities, other ICPHSO events and activities, and volunteer assignments throughout the year. Identify any professional, personal, travel, or other commitments that could affect your ability to fulfill these responsibilities.

7. Employer Support: Have you discussed your application for ICPHSO Board service with your employer?

If selected for the Board, will your employer support the time commitment necessary for you to fulfill your Boardresponsibilities?

If there are any anticipated limitations or considerations regarding employer support, please explain:

Applicants should understand that Board service requires a meaningful commitment of time and participation. If selected, ICPHSO may request confirmation that the applicant has the necessary support to fulfill these responsibilities.

8. Other Board and Leadership Service: Are you presently a member of any other Board of Directors?

If yes, please provide the following information for each Board: Name of the organization, Website URL, Your current term and responsibilities as a Board member, Time commitment required for your Board membership, Term end date, Whether there is a possibility of renewal for your membership

Is any of your other Board service considered an executive leadership position?

If Yes, please describe your responsibilities:

9. Previous ICPHSO Board Nomination or Application: Have you previously sought nomination or applied for election to the ICPHSO Board of Directors?

If Yes, please provide the following information for each previous application or nomination: Number of previous applications/nominations, year/date, outcome (if known)

If you have previously been nominated or considered for the Board but did not submit an application yourself, please provide any relevant information:

Previous application, nomination, or consideration for Board service does not, by itself, affect eligibility or consideration for a future Board term. This information is requested to assist the Nominating Committee in maintaining an accurate history of Board nominations and applications.

10. Previous ICPHSO Board Service: Have you previously served on the ICPHSO Board of Directors?

Year(s) of service:

Position(s), if applicable:

Number of consecutive terms completed:

Date/Year Board service ended:

Please describe your previous Board service:

This information will be used to determine eligibility under the ICPHSO Bylaws, including applicable term limits and the required three-year Cooling-Off Period following two consecutive three-year terms.

11. Current Organizational Affiliations: Please list any organizations with which you are currently affiliated in a professional, leadership, ownership, volunteer, or other significant capacity that may be relevant to your service on the ICPHSO Board. This information will also assist the Nominating Committee in considering the Bylaws provision limiting Board membership to one member from any organization, including subsidiaries.

Provide Organization name and Nature of Affiliation

12. Conflicts of Interest: ICPHSO Board members are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the ICPHSO Bylaws and applicable ICPHSO policies concerning conflicts of interest and ethical conduct. Do you have any actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest that you believe could affect your service on the ICPHSO Board?

If Yes, please describe:

I understand that I may be required to disclose additional information concerning potential conflicts of interest if Iam nominated or elected to the Board.

13. Applicant Certification and Acknowledgment
By submitting this application, I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that submission of an application does not guarantee nomination or election to the ICPHSO Board of Directors.
I understand that I must be a current ICPHSO member in good standing to be eligible for Board service.
I understand that Directors serve three-year terms and are expected to fulfill the responsibilities and commitments associated with Board service.
I understand that Board service is an active volunteer leadership responsibility and requires participation in Board meetings, committees, ICPHSO conferences, and other organizational activities.
I understand that I am expected to contribute volunteer time and actively participate in the work of ICPHSO.
I agree to disclose other Board service and potential conflicts of interest as required by ICPHSO.
I understand that Board composition may be considered by the Nominating Committee in developing its proposed slate, including the need for broad representation of stakeholders, expertise, experience, and
perspectives.
If elected, I agree to comply with the ICPHSO Bylaws, policies, and procedures applicable to Board members.

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SUBMISSION AND REVIEW PROCESS
As part of the review process, the Nominating Committee may request an interview with selected applicants. If an interview is requested, a member of the Nominating Committee will contact the applicant directly.

Submission Deadline
November 18, 2026

Contact
Marc Schoem, Executive Director
ICPHSO
Phone: 301-774-3020
Email: marc.schoem@icphso.org

Privacy Notice
Personal information submitted as part of this application will be used for the purpose of evaluating the applicant's candidacy for the ICPHSO Board of Directors. Application information will be shared only with those ICPHSO
individuals involved in the nomination and election process, as appropriate, including the Nominating Committee, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors, and will be handled in accordance with applicable ICPHSO privacy
policies.

Bylaw Reference
This application has been structured to reflect the ICPHSO Bylaws reviewed, approved, and revised February 22, 2026, including provisions concerning Board eligibility, Board composition, organizational representation, volunteer service, Board terms and term limits, Board meetings, nomination procedures, and conflicts of interest.

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