Who Can Nominate?
Individual Professional Members ( IPM)
Individual Professional Members (IPMs) in good standing may nominate themselves
or others for any Officer or Director position.
Member Chapters
Member Chapters in good standing may nominate any Officer or Director position.
To remain in good standing and retain the right to nominate and vote, each Member Chapter must fulfill the following requirements by May 30, 2025, in accordance with the Affiliation Agreement:
-Pay annual chapter membership dues – You can either use the invoice we already sent earlier this year or use this payment instructions link
-Submit a current membership report: Chapter Membership Report
-Submit a list of current board members: Chapter Board Members Report
-Submit an activity report: Chapter Activity Attestation
Nominations can only be submitted on behalf of the Member Chapter Board of Directors, which resolved to nominate the individual(s) through a majority vote.
Submission Process:
Nominations must be submitted through the official nomination form
Nominations open on July 8, 2025.
Nominees must provide a written statement explaining their qualifications and motivation for serving on the board. (This can be submitted via the nominations form)
All nominations must be submitted by August 8, 2025 (23:59 UTC).
Qualifications
Per Bylaws Article IX, Section 9.1 and the Nomination Skills Guidelines
(some of these are required and some are optional), nominees must meet the following qualifications:
Governance & Leadership Experience:
-All candidates must be Individual Professional Members of DAMA-I.
In addition, they must have leadership experience:
-Completion of a full term as:
1. A DAMA-I Board Director or Officer, or
2. A DAMA-I Chapter Board Director or Officer, or
3. A Director/Officer of another professional, nonprofit, or corporate board.
Skills & Competencies:
The following are desirable skills and competencies for all candidates for election to the DAMA-I Board of Directors.
-Strong collaboration, strategic vision, and leadership skills.
-Ability to commit significant time to DAMA-I board activities, including meetings and strategic planning.
-Adherence to DAMA-I’s ethics and conflict of interest policies (Bylaws Article IX, Section 9.1).
Preferred skills & expertise:
-Data Management & DMBOK framework knowledge.
-Finance, accounting, or nonprofit financial management.
-Legal, compliance, or nonprofit governance experience.
-Technology and digital strategy expertise (e.g., cloud computing, cybersecurity, enterprise solutions).
Nomination Review Process
Governance & Nominations Committee Review
-The Governance & Nominations Committee will verify candidate eligibility based on DAMA-I’s bylaws, governance experience, and skills criteria
(including membership in good standing of DAMA-I and required leadership experience).
-The committee will recommend a slate of candidates for board positions.
Based on its review of candidate qualifications and the following factors
set out in the DAMA-I bylaws:
-Individual diversity
-Geographic distribution
-Level of data management interest and activity
-Relevant professional experience
-Skills and abilities
-Language competency
-Willingness to actively engage with an international organization
Petition Process for Non-Slated Candidates
-Candidates not included on the final slate may petition to be added to the ballot.
-Petition requirements (Bylaws Article IX, Section 9.3.3):
100+ signatures from Individual Professional Members (IPMs) in good standing, OR
Endorsements from 10+ DAMA-I Member Chapters.
-Petition period: August 18 – September 18, 2025.
Participation & Eligibility
Who Can Vote?
-Individual Professional Members (IPMs) in good standing as of July 1, 2025.
-Member Chapters in good standing as of July 1, 2025
(each chapter designates onevoting representative).
-No proxy voting is permitted per Bylaws Article IX, Section 9.4.
Who Can Run for the Board?
-Must be an Individual Professional Member (IPM) in good standing at the time of nomination.
-Must meet governance experience criteria (Bylaws Article IX, Section 9.1):
Completion of a full term as:
A DAMA-I Board Director or Officer, or
A DAMA-I Chapter Board Director or Officer, or
-A Director/Officer of another professional, nonprofit, or corporate board.
-Must sign DAMA’s conflict of interest and code of ethics policy.
-Must submit a written statement of intent explaining why they want to serve on the Board.
Code of Conduct for Candidates
Campaigning Rules
To ensure a fair, ethical, and professional election process, all candidates must adhere to DAMA International®’s campaigning guidelines. Candidates are expected to conduct their campaigns with integrity and respect for fellow nominees and the DAMA-I community.
Prohibited Campaign Activities
No False or Misleading Statements
– Candidates must ensure that all statements about their qualifications, experience, or other candidates are truthful and accurate. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification.
No Use of DAMA-I Resources for Personal Gain
– Candidates may not use DAMA International®’s communication channels, mailing lists, logos, or financial resources for personal campaigning purposes. All campaign efforts must be conducted independently.
No Negative Campaigning
– Campaigning must focus on positive engagement. Personal attacks, defamation, or attempts to undermine other candidates will not be tolerated and may result in disciplinary action by the Governance & Nominations Committee.
Candidate Expectations
All candidates must conduct themselves in a manner that upholds DAMA International®’s mission, values, and ethical standards.
-Maintain Professionalism
Candidates are expected to communicate respectfully with fellow candidates, members, and election officials, both in public forums and private discussions.
-Follow DAMA’s Ethics & Governance Policies
All candidates must abide by DAMA International®’s Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest Policy, and Bylaws throughout the election process.
-Encourage Fair Participation
Candidates should promote member engagement in the election while respecting DAMA International®’s policies on neutrality and fairness.
Violations of these rules may be reviewed by the Governance & Nominations Committee, and disciplinary action—including disqualification—may be taken where necessary.
For any questions about campaigning guidelines, please contact the Governance & Nominations Committee.