Volunteer Opportunities
The Baton Rouge Chapter is looking for members who have the knowledge, skill and enthusiasm to lead or participate in various chapter committees. ASTD Baton Rouge, as a non-profit, is managed and supported by volunteers. Volunteering is a great oportunity for you to offer your ideas, expertise and time to the Baton Rouge Chapter.
Volunteer opportunities exist no matter how much or how little time and effort you are able to commit. Get the most out of your membership by becoming involved working with other members and working with operations.
What's in it for you?
Members will tell you that they get the most out of their membership when they become involved in the activities of the Chapter.
By volunteering you can:
- Meet new people
- Develop a professional network
- Build new skills
- Boost your visibility
- Influence the chapter’s efforts
- Gain leadership experience
- Give back to the Baton Rouge Chapter and your community
- Have fun!
Opportunities
There are many opportunities to share your talents and get to know others in ASTD Baton Rouge in a variety of ways. Some volunteer opportunities include:
- Newsletter
- Membership Services
- Special Interest Groups
- Programs
- Communication
- Publicity
There's an immediate need for volunteers in the following areas:
Develop strategies for and implement member recruitment and retention programs. Contact Melissa Argrave at margrave@lsu.edu
Help with the layout and or editing of the newsletter. Help locate contributors or develop content. Take photos at chapter events. Contact Beth Adams at beth.adams@la.gov
Identify potential chapter risks and develop risk assessment plan for the chapter. Contact Melissa Argrave atmargrave@lsu.edu
Assist with tasks associated with the coordination and implementation of chapter professional development events and programs. Contact Kimberly Seeger atkseeger@eatel.net or Kimberly Kochurka at kimberly.kochurka@bcbsla.com
Review the website on a montly basis to ensure accuracy and readability. Contact Melissa Terrell at mterrell@porticolearning.com
Make a Difference—Nominate Your 2009 ASTDBR Board Leadership
The Nominating Committee is being organized for selection of candidates for the 2009 ASTDBR Board of Directors. The committee’s responsibility is to prepare the slate of candidates, present it to the membership, and conduct the election at a membership meeting this fall.
To serve on the nominating committee:
- You must be a current member of the Baton Rouge Chapter
- You may not be a current member of the board
- You may not be nominated to serve on the upcoming board
- You must attend one in-person meeting.
(Additional meetings may be scheduled if needed as determined by the chair, who is elected by the nominating committee.)
To volunteer to serve on the Nominating Committee, or to propose a nominee to the committee, please contact Kimberly Seeger at kseeger@eatel.net
How do I get involved?
To talk about available volunteer opportunities that may align with your areas of interest, contact us at astdbr@eatel.net