ORLANDO, FL - Do you know somebody who has what it takes to be a leader in the mango industry? The National Mango Board (NMB) is encouraging industry members to participate in the upcoming nominations process to become a board member and shape the future direction of the NMB programs in upcoming years.
The NMB is made up of mango importers, a first handler, domestic producers, and foreign producers who dedicate themselves to the mission of the NMB, all in the name of increasing consumption of fresh mangos in the U.S. through innovative research and promotional activities. The NMB says that new board members will work closely with staff to carryout marketing, research, and communications programs to benefit the mango industry.
The NMB is currently seeking nominations for six board member positions to serve a three-year term beginning January 2017, according to a press release. Positions currently open on the board are two importers in District III, one importer in District IV, and three foreign producers. Candidates must meet certain requirements to be eligible and be willing to serve the mango industry by fulfilling board member roles and responsibilities.
The deadline for nominations to be received at the NMB office is February 23, 2016.
The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture will make all final appointments to the board from a final slate of nominees. For each importer, domestic producer, and first handler positions, two nominees will be forwarded to the Secretary of Agriculture. To narrow the selection from many nominees to the two required for submission, mango industry members in that district will vote to select the two nominees per position from which the Secretary of Agriculture will choose.
Nominations to fill two foreign producer seats will be submitted by mango foreign producing organizations or themselves. All nominations for these positions will be forwarded to the Secretary of Agriculture for a final decision on the appointments.
Industry members who are interested in serving as a member of the NMB should visit mango.org/nominations for complete details, updates, and the necessary forms. Questions about the nominations and appointment process can be directed to Anna Deschamps-Polonia at [email protected] or by phone at 407-629-7318 x112.
