Committee DescriptionsThe Board of Directors formed several committees to address the ongoing needs of the organization and membership. Each committee is led by a chair and composed of one or more volunteers. Committees are how most of the work gets done at the NUA. Volunteers for the NUA meet with their assigned committees once a month via video conferencing to coordinate their responsibilities. The current committees are: |
Purpose: The Events Committee supports the NUA mission by connecting members and industry partners in both casual and educational settings.
Committee Chair: Andrew Bodjanac is serving as the CWC 2021 Event Coordinator. There is no Events Committee currently in session (as of Nov 2020), as there are no events other than CWC 2021 in the planning stage at this time.
Size of the Committee: Chair plus two to three (2-3) members, and six to eight (6-8) leading up to a large event.
Duties / Activities: The Event Committee is responsible for designing both live and virtual events that benefit NUA members and promote the industry. This may include organizing the annual meeting, exhibit space for vendors at national or regional conferences, workshops and presentations at trade shows, opportunities to interact with the media, and evening networking events.
Typical activities include:
Time Commitment: One (1) hour per week ongoing and up to four to six (4-6) hours per week leading up to and including event dates, and post-event wrap-up.
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.
Purpose: The Finance Committee supports the NUA mission by preparing the annual budget and supporting other committees in managing their budgets.
Committee Chair: Grace Reff
Size of the Committee: Chair plus two (2) members
Duties / Activities: The Finance Committee primarily provides financial oversight for the organization. Typical tasks include budgeting and financial planning, financial reporting, and the creation and monitoring of internal controls and accountability policies.
Typical activities include:
Time Commitment: One (1) hour per week ongoing and up to three to four (3-4) hours per week during budgeting period (September through December). The Finance Committee performs a large portion of its duties from September through December as it prepares the following year’s budget.
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.
Purpose: The Membership Committee supports the NUA mission by establishing member benefits and perks, and recruiting members at all membership levels.
Committee Chair: Harmony Maraldo
Size of the Committee: Chair plus four to six (4-6) members
Duties / Activities: The Membership Committee is responsible for bringing in new members and retaining the current membership base. This committee serves as the primary resource for current and potential members, helping them with questions that they may have about the NUA or how to get involved in the organization once they join.
Typical activities include:
Time Commitment: Three to four (3-4) hours per month, depending on role. Larger commitments possible leading up to National Upholstery Awareness month (October) and during annual budgeting period. The Membership Committee will meet at least once monthly between Board meetings.
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.
Purpose: The Newsletter Subcommittee is a sub-unit of the Public Relations Committee. The Newsletter Subcommittee supports the NUA mission by keeping members informed about NUA activities, including networking and educational possibilities.
Committee Chair: Jamie Facciola
Size of the Committee: Chair only
Duties / Activities: The Newsletter Subcommittee is responsible for the coordination and electronic publication of quarterly newsletters available to NUA members and the public.
Typical activities include:
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.
Purpose: The Nominating Committee supports the NUA mission by providing a slate of nominees for the office of President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer and reviewing eligibility of nominations for vacancies on the Board of Directors.
Committee Chair: Kim Newell
Size of the Committee: Chair plus Immediate Past President plus three (3) additional members
Duties / Activities: The Nominating Committee identifies potential candidates for current or upcoming vacancies and to work diligently toward attracting and securing top talent. The committee’s duties include identifying, recruiting, screening and interviewing candidates for Board positions.
Typical activities include:
Time Commitment: One (1) hour per week ongoing and up to four to six (4-6) hours per week leading up to and including election dates, and post-election wrap-up.
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.
Purpose: The Public Relations Committee promotes the NUA’s mission and benefits through online and print media (social media, website, email, direct mail, fliers/inserts, etc.).
Committee Chair: Michelle Minner
Size of the Committee: Chair plus a minimum of six (6) members
Duties / Activities: The Public Relations Committee is responsible for building brand identity and online presence through the creation and dissemination of multimedia content online. The committee creates awareness of the NUA’s projects and activities and promotes the values and work of the organization.
Typical activities include:
Time Commitment: One to two (1-2) hours per week ongoing, with larger commitments possible during special events. Work for this committee will generally be evenly distributed throughout the year.
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.
Purpose: The Volunteer Coordination Committee supports the NUA mission by growing the pool of qualified volunteers through prospecting, recruitment, and retention efforts. This committee helps volunteers find their best fit and looks for ways to ensure high volunteer engagement and enhance the overall member experience.
Committee Chair: Carla Pyle
Size of the Committee: Chair plus three to four (3-4) members. Additional positions will be added as the organization grows.
Duties / Activities: The Volunteer Coordination Committee recruits and trains new volunteers, keeps a database of volunteer information and skills, matches volunteers to opportunities that suit their skills, keeps volunteers informed, and conveys the organization's purpose to the public.
Typical activities include:
Time Commitment: Two to three (2-3) hours per week ongoing, with larger commitments possible during special events or volunteer recruitment periods.
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.
Purpose: The Webinar Subcommittee is a sub-unit of the Membership Committee. The Webinar Subcommittee supports the NUA mission by providing educational opportunities to its members.
Committee Chair: Jill Ragan Scully
Size of the Committee: Chair plus two to three (2-3) members
Duties / Activities: The Webinar Subcommittee designs and implements the webinar program that serves the organization’s needs, identifies topics, and finds appropriate speakers to fill the schedule.
Typical activities include:
Time Commitment: One (1) hour per week ongoing and up to two to three (2-3) hours per week during webinars planning period (September). The Webinar Committee performs a large portion of its duties in September as that is when it develops potential topics based on a list approved by the Board. The committee operates on a regular schedule that renews each month for webinar recording and distribution.
How to apply/contact information: If you are interested in a Committee position, please email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org. Please include “Committee Interest” in the subject line.