itSMF USA Names New Board Members
Houston, TX (PRWEB) January 07, 2016 -- itSMF USA, a chapter of itSMF International and the premier independent professional organization and forum for IT Service Management professionals in the U.S., has announced the organization’s newly elected Board of Directors for 2016.
New members elected to serve three-year terms for itSMF USA include Mary Ward, David Nottingham, and Gail Talbott. Doug Tedder is returning to the itSMF USA Board to serve a two year term. Brenda Iniguez has also been appointed for a one year term. Four board members will serve as officers and on the Executive Committee. The remaining five board members are responsible for a management portfolio.
Tedder will be responsible for all strategic development and growth initiatives; Ward for marketing and membership growth to promote industry relevance and member retention and growth; Nottingham for member services to ensure member access to services and receive maximize membership value; Iniguez for alliances and outreach programs to deliver value to stakeholders and increase brand awareness; and Talbott for content, including development and maintenance of programs for stakeholders.
Returning board members include Cathy Kirch, who will serve as president elect; Kevin Ritter, who will act as treasurer; and Amy Green, who will act as secretary. Pam Erskine will serve as president in 2016. Charlie Araujo will assume an advisory role as the past president on the executive committee.
“IT Service Management incorporates many best practices and frameworks that help an IT organization identify and deliver high value services. Our 2016 Board is committed to providing resources which help IT professionals capitalize on the benefits of IT investments and advance their skills for the future,” said Erskine. “I’m looking forward to working with the team as we continue to mature itSMF USA as the premier Service Management community.”
The 2016 itSMF USA Board of Directors were officially seated December 11, 2015. New portfolio assignments were also announced. More information is available on the itSMF USA Board of Directors here.
ABOUT itSMF USA
itSMF USA, a chapter of itSMF International, is the independent professional organization and forum for IT Service Management professionals in the US. A not-for-profit organization, itSMF is a prominent player in the ongoing development and promotion of IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices, standards and qualifications in the United States. This network of industry professionals, white papers, webinars, podcasts, conferences and other resources creates an opportunity for individuals and organizations to connect, learn and grow.
Stephanie Rogerson, IT Service Management Forum USA, http://www.itsmfusa.org, +1 7135986519, [email protected]
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