North America (AMER) Chapter Development Committee

About

The North America (AMER) Chapter Development Committee provides strategic leadership and operational support for the CMT Association's member communities across North and South America. This committee works closely with local Chapter Chairs to foster professional engagement, volunteer development, and member recruitment within the region. It delivers educational programming, including technical talks and study groups, tailored to regional market needs while aligning with global CMT Association standards. By facilitating consistent, high-quality forums for knowledge sharing and career advancement, the committee strengthens the Association’s presence in the historical home of the organization.

Mission

The mission of the North America (AMER) Chapter Development Committee is to support and grow the CMT Association’s chapter network throughout the Americas by providing strategic guidance and direct assistance to local leaders. The committee upholds values of community, professionalism, and regional connectivity by ensuring all programming meets global standards and addresses local market dynamics. Through continuous volunteer development and targeted member recruitment, it fosters active engagement and a strong sense of community among members and candidates. By delivering relevant educational opportunities and facilitating knowledge exchange, the committee enhances the professional development and career advancement of CMT candidates and members in the region. It also serves as a conduit for regional insights to inform broader Association initiatives.

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Leadership	Volunteers	Board Liaisons	Staff Liaisons
Chair David Keller	Brennan Basnicki	Dan Shkolnik Jay Woods	Heather Higgins Barbara Terry

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The Group Experience

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF TECHNICAL ANALYSIS

CMT Association committees are standing bodies of charterholders who steward a specific function of the Association — curriculum, ethics, governance, programming, and more. Committee members are appointed based on qualifications and experience.

Core Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership
Guide the development and direction of the extensive network of CMT Association communities across North America to align with overall Association goals
Foster professional engagement
Encourage active participation and collaboration among members to strengthen community involvement and professional connections
Support chapter chairs
Offer ongoing assistance and resources to local Chapter Chairs to enhance their effectiveness and leadership within their communities
Develop volunteer leadership
Identify, recruit, and cultivate volunteers to sustain and grow the chapter network through leadership development and engagement opportunities
Maintain community cohesion
Preserve a strong sense of connection and shared purpose within the historical North American market, reinforcing the Association’s roots
Ensure quality knowledge sharing
Promote consistent, high-quality forums and events that facilitate market knowledge exchange and support members’ career advancement

Core Activities

Support and supervise chapters and local leaders
Ensure all regional programming aligns
Ensure all regional programming aligns with global CMT Association standards
Focus on continuous volunteer development
Focus on continuous volunteer development and targeted member recruitment strategies
Deliver technical talks
Deliver technical talks and educational opportunities (regional programs)
Track engagement and growth metrics in the region