CITT/ICTS Committees

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Joining a committee is a meaningful way to contribute to the CITT/ICTS mission while connecting with other live entertainment professionals. It's a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills, expand your network, and build your resume, all while being part of a community that shares your passions.

Committees will begin meeting via Zoom in January 2025. Learn more about each committee in the descriptions below.

How to submit your application:

If you are interested in serving on one or more committees, please fill out our online form, and indicate your first, second, and third choices. There is no limit to the number of committees you may join. You may use the "Additional Comments" section of the form to provide any additional information that you would like to share with us. Once we receive your form, you will be contacted to follow up.

Thank you for your interest in the CITT/ICTS committees!

Please note:

Your membership must be in good standing to participate in committees.
The Finance Committee and the Nominating Committee are both standing committees. According to the CITT/ICTS By-Laws, members of standing committees of the corporation shall be appointed annually by the President or by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors. If you are interested in serving on these committees, please contact the National Office directly.

Events Committee

Responsibilities

The Events Committee’s main responsibility is to shape the programming and logistics of CITT/ICTS’ annual Rendez-vous conference. The committee will identify session topics, training needs, coordinate logistics, and help to recruit and select speakers to ensure high-quality and engaging event. They will work with other board members, Executive Director and those local to the conference. Additionally, committee members may also be asked to provide strategic input on other events throughout the year, including but not limited to EXPO-SCÈNE and Zoom Information/Training Sessions, with the aim to enhance the overall programming and foster membership engagement.

The committee starts to meet on a regular basis in January, with about one meeting every few months. That will increase to once a month as Rendez-vous approaches or as deemed necessary. Meetings are virtual and via Zoom.

Chair: Debbie Richardson, Director at Large

Members:

Emma Alderman, CITT/ICTS Ontario Section Chair
Brianne Gwartz, Director at Large
Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director

Membership & Engagement Committee

Responsibilities

The main responsibility of the Membership and Engagement Committee is to help to maintain and grow membership for CITT/ICTS. This committee plays a key role in developing strategies to attract new members while fostering a sense of belonging amongst current members. The committee with focus on enhancing member engagement by promoting participation in events and initiatives, promoting the benefits of being a CITT/ICTS member and ensuring member feedback, so that all members feel valued and connected. Through outreach and communication efforts, the committee aims to strengthen relationships within the community, ultimately contributing to a vibrant and active membership base.

The committee will start to meet regularly in January, with about one meeting every few months, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are virtual and via Zoom.

Co-Chairs:

Andrea Lundy, Secretary
Debbie Richardson, Director at Large

Members:

Daniel Bennett, Director at Large
Crystal Lee, Director at Large
Peter Lyne, Director at Large

Communication & Advocacy Committee

Responsibilities

The Communication and Advocacy committee main focus will be on how best to engage with CITT/ICTS members and how to encourage and foster new connections. The committee will play an important role in ensuring that communications regarding activities and developments at the National Office and Board are effectively disseminated to CITT/ICTS membership and work towards creating new opportunities to engage with each other and the greater community. The committee will work with the Executive Director to identify and strategize the best use of available resources and/or tools to engage with the regional sections and individual members.

The committee will also continue to work towards understanding what advocacy means to the organization as a whole and what role CITT/ICTS plays in the industry as an advocate or in support of other industry advocates.

Through these efforts, the committee fosters a strong voice for the community, encourages engagement with members and enhances awareness of key initiatives within the sector and within CITT/ICTS.

The committee will start to meet regularly in January, with about one meeting every few months, or as deemed necessary. Meetings are virtual and via Zoom.

Co-Chairs:

John Dyck, Prairie Section Chair
Emma Alderman, Ontario Section Chair

Members:

Crystal Lee, Director at Large
Jacquie Lazar, Executive Director