COMMITTEES
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Primary Purpose: To oversee the operating activities of NEPPA.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose: To oversee the operating activities of NEPPA.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose
Per the NEPPA Bylaws, the Nominating Committee shall suggest names of candidates for election as Officers and Directors.
Key Activities
1. Develop an accounting of open positions and review existing participants to develop a slate of candidates
2. Reach out to the Active Members to determine interest in open positions
3. Maintain a list of candidates interested in filling open positions
4. Submit a slate of candidates for election at the NEPPA Annual Business meeting per the NEPPA Bylaws
5. In the event of a Director or Officer opening outside of the regular nomination cycle, the Nominating Committee shall convene to recommend a candidate(s) to the Board for election per the NEPPA Bylaws.
Logistics
Meeting Schedule: Meet as necessary to finalize the slate of candidates to be presented to the Membership at the Annual Business meeting.
Meet as necessary to address vacancies that occur during the year.
Committee Size: 3-5 members of the Board of Directors appointed by the President per the NEPPA Bylaws
Chair: Appointed by the President
Staff Liaison: Executive Director
ADVOCACY & REPORTING COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose
Coordinate NEPPA’s advocacy before regulatory, legislative, and market policymakers while ensuring staff has the tools needed to be effective.
Key Activities
1. Identify and develop Resolutions for the Board consideration and approval.
2. Monitor state and federal agencies, legislators and ISO-NE stakeholder processes for issues of concern to NEPPA
3. Coordinate NEPPA’s presence before agencies, legislators and ISO-NE
4. Keep membership apprised about legislative, regulatory and market-trends
5. Identify NEPPA’s long-term grassroots policy strategy
6. Advise the Executive Director regarding the scope of work and effectiveness of advocacy/reporting firms
Logistics
Meeting Schedule: Monthly
Committee Size: 8-12 members appointed by the President with the approval of the Board may include Associate or Corporate members that are directly engaged in advocacy work.
Chair: Appointed by the President with the approval of the Board; the President is encouraged to appoint a member of the Board of Directors to this role
Staff Liaison: Executive Director
Subcommittees: The chair may appoint subcommittees and work-groups as needed, to be chaired by members of the Committee
CONFERENCE OVERSIGHT & PLANNING COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose
Support NEPPA staff to deliver innovative, interactive, and educational conferences that inspire
Key Activities
- Review conferences to ensure success at future events
- Efficiently utilize Conference Subcommittees to suggest speakers, topics, and themes for consideration
- Liaise with other Committees for content collaboration
- Provide recommendations on attendee engagement and networking opportunities
- Actively engage in the promotion of conferences and events to industry stakeholders
Logistics
Meeting Schedule: 3 to 4 times per year
Committee Size: 8-10 members appointed by the President with the approval of the Board
Chair: Appointed by the President with the approval of the Board; the President shall appoint a member of the Board of Directors to this role
Staff Liaison: Director of Marketing, Communications & Events, Manager of Marketing and Education
Subcommittees: The chair may appoint subcommittees and work-groups as needed
ANNUAL CONFERENCE SUBCOMMITTEE
Primary Purpose: Deliver innovative, interactive, and educational conferences that inspire
ENERGY CONNECT CONFERENCE SUBCOMMITTEE
Primary Purpose: To oversee and recommends programing and services to members to enhance or recognize efforts in customer services. Formally the Customer Service Subcommittee.
ENGINEERING & OPERATIONS CONFERENCE SUBCOMMITTEE
Primary Purpose: Deliver innovative, interactive, and educational sessions, exhibits and networking events that inspire.
LINEWORKERS RODEO SUBCOMMITTEE
Primary Purpose: Deliver innovative, interactive Rodeo featuring three-person teams competing in six different events. Each event’s primary purpose is to promote safe work practices. The rodeo is designed to enhance skills and job knowledge, foster stronger working relationships, encourage teamwork, and provide a better understanding of utility work for families and other attendees.
EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose
Ensure educational and development programs align with best practices, current industry programs and meet the needs of NEPPA members.
Key Activities
1. Facilitate the growth and procurement of high-quality content and expertise.
2. Aid staff by researching, suggesting, and assessing training and development initiatives, while staying informed about industry trends and identifying member training needs.
3. Explore efficient learning environments and innovative delivery systems.
4. Evaluate potential partnerships that enhance training and educational initiatives.
5. Research additional programs and services, aiming to uphold NEPPA’s status as a leader in its field.
Logistics
Meeting Schedule: 4-6 times per year
Committee Size: 8-10 members appointed by the President with the approval of the
BoardChair: Appointed by the President with the approval of the Board.
Staff Liaisons: Manager of Education & Marketing, Director of Safety & Training.
Subcommittees: The chair may appoint subcommittees and work-groups as needed, to be chaired by members of the Committee
ENGINEERING SUBCOMMITTEE
Primary Purpose: To oversee and recommend programing and training to engineering members.
SAFETY COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose: To promote a safe working environment for all employees, contractors, and the public. The Safety Committee aims to develop safety procedures that comply with local, state, and federal regulations, and to keep our members up-to-date with the changing safety landscape.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose
Provide oversight and recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding NEPPA’s financial interests, investments, policy, and position.
Key Activities
1. Align financial strategy with organizational goals and objectives
2. Review budget and make recommendations in-line with strategic priorities
3. Develop policies for the management of NEPPA’s financial assets
4. Audit review and oversight
5. Review internal accounting controls as needed
Logistics
Meeting Schedule: minimum 4 times per year, goal of one hour meetings
Committee Size: 4-5 members of the Board of Directors appointed by the President with the approval of the Board
Chair: appointed by the President with the approval of the Board; the President is encouraged to appoint the Treasurer to this role.
Staff Liaisons: Director of Administration & Finance, Executive Director
MEMBER VALUE COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose
Enhance and improve member value
Key Activities
1. Seek and provide feedback for improving member benefits
2. Oversee member recruitment and retention
3. Research member pricing and categories strategies and make policy recommendations
4. Oversee group purchasing programs for utilities
5. Support and grow the Benevolent Fund and the Scholarship Fund, including the development of a criteria of giving
Logistics
Meeting Schedule: 3-4 times per year
Committee Size: 8-12 members appointed by the President with the approval of the Board
Chair: Appointed by the President with the approval of the Board
Staff Liaisons: Director of Marketing, Communications & Events, Executive Director
Subcommittees: The chair may appoint subcommittees and work-groups as needed, to be chaired by members of the Committee
MUTUAL AID COMMITTEE
Primary Purpose
Provide the framework and necessary oversight to administer the NEPPA Mutual Aid program.
Key Activities
1. Establish, train, support, and maintain an open line of communication, to ensure active participation of the Mutual Aid Coordinators.
2. In conjunction with the Executive Director, coordinate all mutual aid activities throughout the NEPPA service area.
3. Provide input and assistance to the Executive Director in developing and maintaining Mutual Aid training materials and contracts.
4. Research and provide recommendations to enhance procedures for Mutual Aid service delivery.
5. Oversee communications regarding mutual aid participation and provide updates to the Board of Directors when requested.
6. Perform a Mutual Aid Hotwash with all affected utilities after a significant event.
Logistics
Meeting Schedule: Minimum 4 meetings per year.
Committee Size: 14-20 members, recommended by the Mutual Aid Committee Chair, appointed by the President and approved by the Board. Committee members will be comprised of 10 Regional Coordinators, with the remaining members encouraged to have an operational background.
Regional Coordinators: Regional Coordinator service areas will be determined by the Committee. Regional Coordinators will be selected by the Committee.
APPA MAWG Network Coordinators
The Primary and secondary APPA Network Coordinator(s) will be recommended by the Committee, appointed by the President with approval by the Board.
Chair: Recommended by the Committee, appointed by the President with approval by the Board. The Chair is encouraged to have served as a Regional Coordinator and have served as a member of the Committee for a minimum of 3 years.
Staff Liaison: Executive Director
Subcommittees: The chair may appoint subcommittees and work-groups as needed, to be chaired by members of the Committee
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS GROUP #NEPPAYPG
Primary Purpose: To oversee and recommend programs and training for the under 40 professionals.