CANDIDATE FOR AIPG NATIONAL PRESIDENT-ELECT
Candidate for AIPG National
President-Elect Keri A. Nutter CPG-11579
Anchorage, Alaska
I am humbled and honored to be nominated for the position of AIPG National President-Elect and I would like to thank the nominating committee for considering me a qualified can- didate. Though hesitant at first when President Heft called to ask me to accept the nomination, I knew that this opportunity to serve was incredibly important. The key to success of any organization is dependent upon the passion and contribution of volunteers, and I knew that my acceptance would allow me continue contributing to an organization that has given so much to me and my colleagues.
My first meeting with the Executive Committee was in May 2013 when they held their meeting in Anchorage to explore options to hold the annual meeting in Alaska. Where I thought I would be attending and simply listening from the edges of the room, Ron Wallace and Bill Siok asked me to join them at the meeting table. Throughout the meeting, I was asked ques- tions, engaged in the discussions, and given the opportunity to observe first-hand the work of the Executive Committee - I couldn’t believe that such an experienced and involved group of professionals wanted me, a young and newly minted CPG, to be a part of the conversation! Even after that day, mem- bers of the Executive Committee continued to engage me and ultimately asked me to attend the 2013 National Meeting and run for election as an Advisory Board Representative. I had never served on a national board of a professional organization and was hesitant and terrified; but with the encouragement of my new mentors and colleagues, I happily took the leap. After being elected, I quickly realized how important the opportu- nity was and became excited to give my time and energy to an important organization.
I served two terms as an Advisory Board Representative working to rejuvenate not only my local AIPG section but also other struggling sections. I realized that I truly enjoyed my service to AIPG and desired to continue giving to an organi- zation that provides so much. I was introduced to an array of concerns affecting geoscientists across the country and became committed to a desire to continue working with the Executive Committee to navigate through these challenges. I accepted the nomination for 2016-2017 National Secretary and was honored to serve again. In just the past year, pressing
issues that have arisen include the elimination of or threat to professional licensure for geologists in numerous states; evolving geoscience academic programs; shifting opportunities for geoscience graduates; reduced membership; and the loss of student members after graduation.
Though I have learned and experienced so much with AIPG over the last 3.5 years, the growing connections that I have made with students and young professionals have been the most fulfilling. These young members are essential to the continued growth and success of AIPG. And as a leader in the organization, it is my responsibility to continue encouraging their participation and service, as well as mentor their leader- ship and professional goals; I want to continue and enhance the opportunities that were afforded to me as a young member and CPG. With their engaged participation, AIPG can evolve to remain relevant to our younger members while their continued service will help AIPG shift deliberately in how we engage and communicate with AIPG’s future leaders. Much work has been done in the past years, especially by those that held the position of President. However, many of the challenges and key issues continue to affect the organization and profession. If elected, I will continue the effort of those before me to achieve the goals set by the Executive Committee through extensive strategic planning. I want the reinvigorated relationship between AIPG and ASBOG to provide even more benefits to our members. And I want to further engage our student chapters, members, and young professionals to become involved and consider serving earlier in their careers.
If elected, I will remain committed to the engagement of the entire membership. Not only to the CPGs, but also to the aspiring CPGs, the current and future student members, and members of our sister societies. I look forward to continuing work with the wonderful staff at headquarters that make everything happen, and I am excited about the new Executive Director’s ideas. I would be honored to have your vote to serve as your President-Elect, President, and Past-President and I look forward to this opportunity. Should you have questions about any of my experience, positions, or thoughts for the future of AIPG, please do not hesitate to email me at knutter@
dowl.com. Thank you deeply for your consideration.
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