Nominations Open

Board of Directors Election 2026-2028

Deadline for Nominations - 5:00pm ET on July 9, 2025

Got Vision? We Need You. This Is Your Moment—Join the Leadership Circle!

As AURP’s influence grows, we’re calling on visionary leaders to help steer the course of our thriving innovation ecosystem. If you’re passionate about advancing science, technology, and community impact, we invite you to submit your nomination by Wed., July 9 to serve on the AURP Board of Directors. The AURP future remains bright as the science and technology sector continues on an amazing upward trajectory - and our Communities of Innovation are key to supporting that growth.

WHY serve on the board?

  • Lead and Elevate: Play a pivotal role in shaping your community and gain recognition for your Research Park or Innovation District.
  • Expand Your Impact: Strengthen the AURP network and contribute to the growth of our innovation ecosystem.
  • Stay Ahead: Access real-time insights into trends and challenges across the national innovation landscape.
  • Collaborate and Inspire: Connect with fellow leaders to exchange ideas and shape the future of research communities.

AURP Board Member responsibilities:

  • Attend all board meetings (typically two in-person meetings; two virtual meetings)
  • Guarantee your paid registration for all AURP events including Spring Training and International Conference
  • Directing the mission and purpose of the Association including serving on at least one AURP committee
  • Generate financial resources to ensure the Association’s financial health through raising sponsorship funds and growing the AURP network by recruiting new members
  • Maintain or upgrade your membership at the Sustaining Member level
  • Ensure that all discussions and information shared in board meetings remain confidential, per the terms of the AURP Confidentiality Agreement

Background & Information
AURP is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of up-to-17 professionals representing our institutional and corporate member contingency.
Per the AURP bylaws, each Board member may serve for a three-year term, and may also then stand for re-election for one successive three-year term.
Each year the Nominating Committee, led by the Immediate Past President, presents a ballot to membership for voting purposes. 

This year, three (3) board seats are available, including up-to-two (2) incumbent board members who may be standing for re-election. With three openings on the board, a minimum of five people are required for the ballot.
The Committee's mission is to have a diverse board representing the broad range of our member institutions and their experience as well as gender, ethnicity, and nationality.
The candidates will be elected by the AURP membership and commence their service on January 1, 2026.

To nominate, please complete this Nomination Form including the nominee's bio and photo.

Nominations must be received no later than 5:00 pm ET on July 9, 2025.

2025-2026 Nominating Committee Chair
AURP Immediate Past President
Erin Koshut

 
 

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