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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
It’s a small NEXT LEVEL
Want to take on a bigger role in our community?
(shop) world Pursue a leadership position on the CMA board for the next
three years (July 1, 2020–June 30, 2023). It’s a rewarding
experience and the best possible opportunity to connect
The National Association of Manufacturers says small- with other members, expand industry and leadership skills,
and medium-sized manufacturers are the cornerstone and achieve personal and professional goals.
of America. I wholeheartedly agree with that statement The Board of Directors is made up of seven members, and
but I admit to being a little biased. there are currently two open positions.
As we focus on hindsight in this issue, I want to remind Qualifications:
you to make the most of your membership as a resource Be a member in good standing.
for your business. As you reflect on the past year when Be willing to fulfill the obligations of office, in the
you receive your renewal invoice, my hope is that your capacity indicated.
first reaction won’t be “I wish I’d been more involved.” Have a history of involvement, accomplishment,
In response to a question about how membership has and dependable service to the CMA.
benefitted their business, one member said, “Learning Be willing to contribute time, energy, and creativity
opportunities provided by the CMA have been invaluable to the organization.
as my business has grown, helping us as we have purchased If you are willing to serve, please complete the Board
equipment, added employees, and taken on difficult Application via Survey Monkey: http://bit.ly/bod-2020. The
projects outside our normal scope.” final question requires a brief bio, so you may wish to pre-
If you were asked the same question, how would you pare this in advance. The deadline to submit your application
respond? I encourage you to share your story in the is April 15, 2020. The voting is open to general members
Public section of our forums. This is part of our outreach from May 15 to May 31. The winning nominees are expected
efforts to help other small business owners learn more to participate in the June monthly board meeting (via con-
about what it means to be a CMA member. ference call) to be officially ratified.
The CMA prides itself on helping small shops “build more If you have any questions, please reach out to James Fox
than cabinets,” and our network is so much more than a (james@foxwoodworking.com) or Amanda Conger
group of small business owners. I call what we have “the (director@cabinetmakers.org).
power of small.”
The cornerstone of the CMA will always be the value of
connecting with others, so I hope you’ll take advantage of all
the chances we provide for you to meet other members and
learn alongside them. Every single member genuinely wants Amanda Conger
to help you be more successful. Executive Director, Cabinet Makers Association
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