Call to Order

• This meeting was called to order on September 15, 2024, at 7:04 PM (EDT) by Phil Peterson

 

Agenda - Topics for Discussion

• Secretary Position Filled
• Staff Reports/Round Table
• Adjournment

 

Filling eBoard Position

• The eBoard reached out to Joe Terry (JT) who previously interviewed for the Secretary position to replace Jessica Ivancso as Secretary. PP reached out on August 22nd and JT accepted. The eBoard welcomes JT to the board.

 

Staff Updates:

• MVS: Will be out from October 1st-10th.
• IPMS/USA Journal to the printers next Tuesday (September 24, 2024)

 

Round Table / Action Item Updates

• RA informed the board of the large amount of feedback gathered from the members regarding the latest edition of the IUJ. The feedback has been helpful and will assist the design team as they move forward.
• Discussion held on the merits and feasibility of digital editions of the IUJ. Digital edition of the National Contest issue will be used and feedback gathered.
• RA proposes using a heavier weight paper for the cover of the IUJ. A heavier weight paper would reduce cover bleed-through providing a better appearing journal as well as a better value for our advertisers. JF seconds the proposal and PP calls for the vote. The proposal passed.
• PP was contacted by the President of IPMS/Mexico requesting sponsorship of a Best USAF Aircraft award. IPMS/USA will supply a plaque for the award.
• JN has connected with some new suppliers for the reviewers.
• IPMS/USA 60th Anniversary giveaway- JN will write an article highlighting the giveaway to be posted to social media to encourage more awareness.
• SH- Canada is going to use the model registration system at their contest and will provide feedback. Nancy Kennedy-Hackney (NHK) is working on Wild Apricot article. SH is still working on the new Gundam contest class.
• SH working with Tidewater IPMS about Hotel Reservations to attempt to prevent the early booking issues of Madison. Will hold monthly check-in meetings with Tidewater IPMS to assist and answer questions.
• JF- The National Contest Awards Ceremony needs to continue to be reviewed in order to hold a more efficient and timely ceremony. Feedback from the survey will be reviewed for suggestions by a sub-committee of JF, SH, and ETR who will provide suggestions at the next meeting (Action Item assigned to SH).
• MO- IPMS/USA finances are doing fine. Revenue is currently up due to the 60th Anniversary membership deal. Working with NKH on creating a family convention registration type to differentiate between members bringing their immediate family and members bringing adult guests.
• ETR- Working on creating “tool kit” how-to or best practice articles to place on the website for local chapters to use for their benefit. JN, JF, and PP will meet with ETR to continue working on the Mission, Vision, and Strategy document.
• JT- will work on updating action item list and formatting it into a more user-friendly format.

 

Adjournment

• The next meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2024, via Zoom virtual connection.
• The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 (EDT) by Phil Peterson.