Nominees for ASAE and ASAE Foundation Board of Directors Announced by Leadership Committee
June 12, 2018
Nominees for ASAE and ASAE Foundation Board of Directors Announced by Leadership Committee
The Leadership Committee of ASAE and the ASAE Foundation has selected the following nominees to serve on the ASAE and the ASAE Foundation Boards of Directors for Fiscal Year 2019 (FY19), which begins Sept. 1.
The Leadership Committee develops a pool of candidates for board service that best exemplifies ASAE’s membership profile and is representative of the organization’s diversity - including geography, size, gender, ethnicity, skill sets, and areas of experience.
This year’s committee is chaired by Immediate Past Chair of ASAE Scott D. Wiley, FASAE, CAE, President and CEO of The Ohio Society of CPAs.
“The ASAE nominating committee has identified a highly qualified and representative group of association leaders to serve as officers and directors on the ASAE board,” said ASAE Chair Matt Shay, President and CEO at the National Retail Federation.
He added, “We commend the committee for its work and look forward to welcoming this class of executives to the ASAE board of directors.”
The list of nominees are:
Sal Martino, FASAE, CAE, CEO, American Society of Radiologic Technologists, Albuquerque, NM, will become the Chair of the ASAE Board.
Patricia V. Blake, FASAE, CAE, CEO, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Downers Grove, IL, will become Chair-Elect and Chair of the ASAE Foundation Board.
Stephen J. Caldeira, president and CEO, Household & Commercial Products Association, Washington, DC, will be the new Secretary-Treasurer.
The committee nominated the following individuals for the FY19 Boards. All “At Large” Directors are ASAE Board members and three of five will also serve on the ASAE Foundation Board.
Directors “At Large” (three-year term)
Heidi Biggs Brock
President & CEO
The Aluminum Association
Arlington, Va.
(ASAE and ASAE Foundation)
Michael Dominguez
Senior Vice President
MGM Resorts International
Las Vegas, NV
(ASAE and ASAE Foundation – Industry Partner Position)
Sheri L. Jacobs, FASAE, CAE
President and CEO
Avenue M Group LLC
Highland Park, IL
(ASAE and ASAE Foundation)
Stefanie Reeves, MA, CAE
Executive Director
Maryland Psychological Association
Columbia, MD
(ASAE)
Thomas W. Smith III, F.ASCE, CAE
Executive Director
American Society of Civil Engineers
Reston, VA
(ASAE)
The new board will be officially installed and join the remaining board members at the 2018 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 18-21, in Chicago.
ASAE Bylaws provide the opportunity for additional nominees to be proposed through a petition process.
Should any member be proposed by petition, the petition should contain the signatures of at least 2.5 percent of the ASAE voting membership (1052) and should be received at ASAE Headquarters no later than July 16 to the attention of Scott D. Wiley, FASAE, CAE, chair of the Leadership Committee.
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.
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