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Committees
If you are a current member* of ITS Midwest and would like to be involved more in the organization, engage in an ITS Midwest Committee!
* Membership dues for current year paidITS Midwest has several Committees offering plenty of opportunities to contribute to the Chapter mission, interact and network with other members and make the most out of your volunteer time commitment. Every committee is a hub where public, private, academic, and research sectors meet to:
- manage specific projects and deliverables to contribute to the organization’s goals
- discuss and handle the challenges and possibilities they face.
What can I do as a member?
As an ITS Midwest member, you can actively help ITS Midwest shaping key initiatives and setting the direction by joining one of our committees. Committee members contribute to support the Chapter goals and outreach initiatives about Intelligent Transportation Systems and smart mobility in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio.
Check the committees’ descriptions and chairpersons, then contact us today to get connected to an ITS Midwest committee of your choice.
Membership
The Membership Committee develops strategies for meeting member’s needs and create the most value-added experience for them. This includes member recruitment/retention strategies and activities, orienting members, and helping to organize events to assist in these areas. With its work the Committee promotes Intelligent Transportation technologies and services targeting stakeholders in the four Chapter States and beyond.
Technical
The Technical Committee helps members to stay informed about technical issues related to ITS both in and out of the four Chapter States. The Committee provides a forum to discuss existing or new technical standards and products in the ITS industry in and out of the Chapter region and issue timely communications to inform, update and share lessons learned with membership.
Conference & Expo
The Conference & Expo Committee provides support for and manages ITS Midwest annual Conferences, logistics and day to day operations. The Committee’s tasks encompass budget preparation, venue selection and technical and social program development. The team also provides external facing communication and collaboration with outside groups and speakers; a member of this committee has the unique opportunity to interact with ITS Midwest members of the four Chapter States and beyond.
Nominations and Awards
The Nominations and Awards Committee focuses on providing growth opportunities and recognition to professionals and students in the ITS field. This Committee issues calls for nominations for the ITS Project of the Year awards, reviews applications, selects deserving recipients, and coordinates the awards presentation held during the ITS Midwest Annual Meeting. The Committee also manages the annual Gordon Paesani scholarship program, issuing calls for applications, reviewing applicants, selecting notifying, and inviting scholarship recipients to participate in the ITS Midwest Annual Meeting.
Education
The Education Committee provides support in the development and coordination of the education program and related activities. The events planned by this committee will encompass webinars, and joint events with other professional organizations. The Committee provides outreach, experience, and education to professionals and students in the ITS field. Activities planned offer opportunities to earn Professional Development Hours.
Subcommittees:
Communications
The Communications Committee Member is responsible for facilitating sharing and exchange of information within membership and non-member contacts. This Committee promotes and engages communications among Chapter members and fosters new interest from non-members through use of marketing materials, website, email, and social media.
Programs & Policies
The Programs & Policies Committee Member helps the Committee Chair in planning, developing, and implementing programs for the educational and professional development of its Chapter members. Committee members assist with program management by actively participating in the planning and execution of chapter education events. This Committee oversees monitoring significant policy concerns that may affect ITS Midwest and its members.