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Nominations Opening Soon for the 2026-2027 Board of Directors

Lucinda Ham, RHIA, ODS-C
Posted on October 20, 2025

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The Nominating Committee is seeking nominees to run for election to three key leadership roles on the NAACCR Board of Directors, with terms beginning June 2026, as well as candidates for the 2026-2027 Nominating Committee. The NAACCR membership will cast ballots for the following positions:

  • President-Elect. Four-year commitment: one year as President-Elect, two years as President, one year as Past-President.
  • Three (3) Representative-At-Large positions. These are two-year terms.
  • Three (3) Nominating Committee members. These are one-year terms.

For decades, NAACCR has been a unique and innovative partner in the ever-changing cancer surveillance world. Strong and diverse leadership is essential. NAACCR recognizes that it is fortunate to have knowledgeable and devoted members who volunteer in various capacities, including as participants on committees and workgroups. One of the many important ways that volunteers contribute to NAACCR is by serving on the Board of Directors. Through guiding existing programs and identifying future opportunities, Board members play a pivotal role in governing NAACCR affairs and moving the organization forward.

Please consider recommending a qualified colleague for one of the four upcoming vacancies on the Board. Or nominate yourself! If you would like to get more involved but have limited time, serving on the Nominating Committee may be a perfect way for you to contribute.

Nominations will be accepted beginning October 27, 2025, using the Nomination Form found on the NAACCR website. The deadline for receipt of nomination is 5:00 PM ET Friday, December 12, 2025.

Below is a description of the roles and responsibilities for the upcoming vacant positions.

Position Roles/Responsibilities
President-Elect/President/ Past-President

Four-year term

 As President-Elect (1 year):

  • Succeed to the office of President at the conclusion.
  • May appoint the Committee Chairpersons for his/her term of office prior to assuming the Office of President.

As President (2 years):

  • Function as the Chief Executive Officer of the Association.
  • Appoints all committee chairpersons, unless otherwise specified.
  • Serve as a member, ex-officio, of each committee.

As Immediate past President (1 year):

  • Assist in the business of the Association.

Other duties include:

  • Attend all conference calls and in-person meetings of the Board.
  • Act as Board liaison to one of the Steering Committees, which will include participation in all activities of that Committee.
  • Be prepared to report to the Board monthly on all Committee liaison activities.
  • Lead the Board in completion of correspondence and other special activities that come to the Board and require further action or follow-up.
  • Approve an annual budget for unrestricted and indirect cost funds for NAACCR by July 1 of each year.
Representatives-at-Large (x 3)

Two-year commitment

 Serve as primary liaison officers between NAACCR committees, the Board, and cancer registries to facilitate the exchange of information and the organization of projects.

Specific duties include:

  • Attend all conference calls and in-person meetings of the Board.
  • Act as Board liaison to one of the Steering Committees, which will include participation in all activities of that Committee.
  • Be prepared to report to the Board monthly on all Committee liaison activities.
  • Volunteer to assist the President in completion of correspondence and other special activities that come to the Board and require further action or follow-up.
  • Approve an annual budget for unrestricted and indirect cost funds for NAACCR by July 1 of each year.
Nominating Committee Member (x3)

One-year commitment

 The three-member Nominating Committee is elected annually during the general election.

Specific duties include:

  • Generate and promote the annual Call for Nominations to ensure a broad slate of qualified candidates for the ballot.
  • Receive all nominations for office and Nominating Committee members.
  • In consultation with NAACCR staff, confirm eligibility of those nominated.
  • Place the name of all eligible candidates on the ballot.

Refer to the NAACCR Call for Nominations webpage for eligibility requirements.

If you have questions about the positions or the process, please contact a Nominating Committee member below.

Lucinda Ham, RHIA, ODS-C
Missouri Cancer Registry

Lindsay Collins, MPA, ODS-C
Arkansas Central Cancer Registry

Robyn Leynes, MS, AS, ODS-C, RHIT
Cancer Registry of Greater California

 

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For more information about eligibility and travel requirements, visit the NAACCR Call for Nominations page.

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