AFCEANova

VP for Membership

Heroines in Technology

Responsible for the planning and execution of the AFCEA NOVA-March of Dimes fall Gala.

Since 2001, the March of Dimes has hosted Heroines in Technology, a formal gala recognizing the significant community service achievements of over 60 women who work in or support the technology field. The 11th annual Heroines in Technology, presented by AFCEA NOVA and the March of Dimes, will be held Friday, October 21st, 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Reston in Reston, Virginia. In past years, the gala has attracted 350-400 guests and includes a cocktail reception, dinner, silent and live auctions, and awards ceremony.

Member Ambassador Committee

Responsible for individual and corporate member acquisition, retention, and engagement. Recommend and deliver new programs that enhance membership

The central mission of the Member Ambassador Committee is member retention, member engagement, and being a resource for the chapter membership. The committee will focus on guiding new individual and corporate members through the AFCEA NOVA chapter orientation, identifying areas of high impact from the chapter membership, and be an advocate and liaison for all members. Member ambassadors will facilitate networking and relationship building, encourage members to engage in various chapter committees, and ultimately support members in achieving the desired outcomes for their membership.

Women in NOVA

This new committee builds a powerful network that will enhance professional development, share experiences, encourage significant ...

The purpose of the Women in NOVA (WIN) Committee is to provide a forum for Government, military, and industry women the opportunity to prepare, promote, support, and mentor senior and emerging leaders within the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The WIN Committee will build a powerful network to share experiences, to enhance professional relationships, and encourage significant contributions by their members.

Young AFCEANS Committee

Responsible for chapter program planning, program support, and emerging leadership development and mentorship (members 40 years of age and under)

Responsible for the planning and execution of programs which will increase the numbers of, and participation level of, AFCEA NOVA members under the age of 40, including providing mentoring opportunities for up-and-coming leaders, venues for social and business networking with peers, coordination of direct volunteer efforts to support the other NOVA Chapter programs and committees, and promotion of scholarship opportunities and other benefits of AFCEA NOVA involvement.