Mission

The KLDC was formed in May of 2020 to increase the number and diversity of SAME Key Leader Position (KLP) candidates; ensure a consistent pipeline of interested, qualified candidates for SAME KLPs; help members navigate their SAME and professional career by gaining and applying a diverse set of experiences; and to demystify KLP requirements, expectations, and selection process.  To learn more, click here.

Myths Busted

• There’s no way I have the time or experience to be a SAME Regional or National Leader.
  FALSE! SAME Regional and National Leadership positions are available to interested members with a wide range of availability and experience.
• You have to “know someone” to be selected for Regional and National SAME leadership positions.
  FALSE! Nomination/selection process for SAME KLPs is fair and transparent. We celebrate interest from a broad range of SAME volunteer leaders!
• SAME has a “smoke filled room” where “SAME regulars” hand-pick Regional and National Leaders.
  FALSE! SAME is smoke-free! The Society is dedicated to developing leaders and focused on a fair, transparent leadership selection process. But we need everyone’s help to get the word out!
• SAME Key Leadership Positions aren’t open to Young Professionals (<40 years old).
  FALSE! Young Professions are eligible for ALL SAME leadership positions; additionally, at least one Elected Director per year must be a Young Professional.
• I can’t just nominate myself for a SAME Key Leadership Position.
  FALSE! Self-nominations are welcome for ALL SAME leadership Positions.

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