Volunteers may serve on one committee at a time. This is to ensure there are volunteer opportunities available for other CPCU Society members who wish to contribute.
PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Publications Committee provides strategic input and oversight to the development, sourcing, and scoring of articles for the Society’s Insights magazine. Committee members recruit authors for content to the Society publications and to serve as "champions" of subject matter areas that reinforce the society’s role as a thought leader within the risk and insurance industry.
DELIVERABLES:
- Recommend at least six articles per quarter for publication in Insights;
- Articles address current trends and important considerations in insurance and risk management to support continuous learning and professional development of CPCUs.
- CPCUs are encouraged to submit articles to advance the profession and their own careers.
- Plan and collaborate with staff on article recommendations; and
- Review process for tracking and sourcing articles.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
- The Publications Committee is a committee of the Leadership Council;
- Committee members meet either virtually or in-person at least (4) times per year. The committee may also conduct some of its business by e-mail;
- For succession planning, committee members are responsible for identifying qualified successors who are diverse and a good fit for the committee’s purpose and goals.
COMMITTEE LEADERSHIP:
The Publications Committee Chair is appointed by the Society President, subject to approval by the Leadership Council. The committee chair, in collaboration with the Leadership Council liaison, is responsible for the overall direction and management of the committee.
Preference will be given to an individual who has served on the Publications Committee, who has the support of their employer and has knowledge of Society structure and its volunteers, with strong communication, organizational, relationship-building/networking, and strategic planning skills.
The chair is responsible for leadership and facilitating the work of the committee including, but not limited to, calling meetings, setting agendas, directing activities and assignments as needed and overseeing communication with committee members.
The Staff Liaison serves as an advocate and resource to enable the Publications Committee to fulfill its charge and accomplish its goals. The liaison serves as a bridge between staff and governance, advises the chair and members, and assists by providing strategic advice and facilitating communications, action, and collaboration.
The Chair, in collaboration with the staff liaison, will select a vice-chair. The vice chair will serve as the chair in the event the committee chair cannot attend or participate in a meeting. Selection of a vice-chair does not guarantee the individual will be appointed to the chair position when vacant.
COMPOSITION:
- The Publications Committee shall consist of a maximum of twelve (12) members including the chair and vice chair.
- Members of the Committee are appointed by the Chair. Vacancies in the membership of the committee shall be filled by the chairperson in collaboration with staff liaison.
- Committee members should represent a broad range of age, position level, organization type (carriers, producers, etc.) and regions. At least one member of the committee should be a recent designee or early in his/her career.
- Members are encouraged to also be active in one (1) or more Interest Group(s). The committee will review this charter periodically and recommend any proposed changes for review.
TERMS:
Publications Committee members are appointed to a three‐year term. This maximum term length may be extended for a Committee member selected to serve as Chair. Exceptions to this policy can be made at the discretion of the Leadership Council.
The Publications Committee Chair shall serve as Chair for a term of two years. The Vice Chair shall serve as a one-year term. Exceptions to this policy can be made at the discretion Leadership Council.
A committee member may re-serve after being off the committee for two years.
So that all terms do not expire at the same time committee member term expiration dates should be staggered.
SELECTION PROCESS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Publications Committee members are identified through an open call for qualified volunteers. Selection is based on the following qualifications:
- A current, active member of the CPCU Society.
- Two years of professional experience in the insurance industry preferred.
- Express interest to serve on the Publications Committee.
- CPCU Society knowledge and experience.
- Ability to work independently and virtually to complete deliverables as required;
- Demonstrates honesty, sensitivity to and tolerance of differing views, a friendly, responsive and patient approach, community building skills, and a concern for the growth of the CPCU Society.
- Maintains confidentiality of work due to the exploratory nature of the committee’s projects.
- Able to prioritize membership and organization over individual needs.