Elections
Elections are held in the summer, with results announced at the NAGW member meeting. Odd-numbered region board positions are up for election in odd-numbered years, even-numbered region board positions are up for election in even-numbered years. If you have any questions regarding the election process, email [email protected].
Board Member Requirements
Board member positions are a two-year term starting on Nov 1 in the year you are elected. Board members are expected to do the following:
- Maintain your NAGW membership
- Participate in virtual meetings (one to two hours every two weeks—currently scheduled on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. CDT)
- Work on tasks relating to NAGW business, usually as a member of at least two committees
- Attend the annual NAGW Conference
2026 Election Timeline
- Nominations accepted: Monday, July 27th - Friday, August 14th
- Review and certify nominations: Monday , August 17th - Friday, August 21st
- Member voting: Monday, August 24th - Friday, September 4th
- Annual members meeting: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Elected Regions and At Large Positions 2026
Board members in three NAGW regions and one at-large position are up for election in 2026. View the region map.
The positions up for election are:
- Lakes Region (2)
Current Director: Debbie Deacy
Not seeking re-election - East Region (4)
Current Director: Marcus Townsend - West Region (6)
Current Director: Simone McKinney - At-Large 2
Current Director: Colleen Kilian
How to Apply
All nominations and required materials must be submitted by Friday, August 14, 2026. NAGW members will vote online between August 24 - September 4.
Step 1 - Submit Nomination
Nominations must be made in writing and emailed to the board secretary at [email protected] or mailed to:
Marcus Townsend ([email protected])
Solutions Architect
City of Fayetteville
433 Hey Street
Fayetteville, NC 28301
Include the region name and position in your nomination letter. Any current full voting member may nominate any full voting member, including themselves, for the position of director.
Step 2 - Submit Nominee Questionnaire
Complete the NAGW board nominee questionnaire before the nomination due date. Submit a candidate photo and two letters of reference via the questionnaire.
