Standing Committees

The Association for Preservation Technology has 21 committees, which are responsible for the function of the organization (standing committees) overseeing and executing APT's strategic plan (advisory committees- either strategic committees, technical committees, or task forces). These committees, most of which are often composed of members of the Board of Directors and other APT members, often meet at the annual conference and at the semi-annual board meeting, as well as communicate regularly between these meetings.

Committee chairs are appointed each year by the APT President, and all members serve on a volunteer basis.

Interested parties who wish to find out more about a particular committee or participate in its activities are invited to contact the APT President outlining their interest or fill out this form to volunteer as a committee member.

Executive Committee

Chaired by the president, the Executive Committee consists of elected officers and other members appointed by the president; APT's administrative director is an ex-officio member of the committee. 

The committee meets monthly by teleconference to assess the organization's progress on strategic objectives, review upcoming program plans, and carry out other APT business in between the semi-annual board meetings. Other APT committees report to the Executive Committee on a monthly basis by email. 

Lena Buchinger, President
Taryn Williams, Past President, Chair Nominating Committee
Julia Manglitz, Vice President, Co-Chair Conferences Committee
Robert Hotes, Vice President, Co-Chair Partnerships & Outreach Committee
Robert Score, Treasurer
Greg Galer, Executive Director

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Bylaws, Policy and Ethics Committee

The Bylaws, Policy and Ethics Committee advises the Board of Directors on all matters pertaining to bylaws, policy and ethical conduct pertaining to the administration of the Association. The committee reviews the bylaws and policies of the association on an annual basis and reports the results to the board of directors or the general membership.

John Diodati, Chair Bylaws, Policy and Ethics Committee

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Finance Committee

The Finance Committee shall be composed of a minimum of one (1) and up to three (3) Directors, a minimum of (1) and up to two (2) members from the general membership, and the Treasurer who shall serve as the Chairperson. The Finance Committee shall advising the Board on budget, investments, and other aspects of the fiscal health and operation of The Association. In particular the Finance Committee, in cooperation with the Treasurer and paid staff, shall prepare a draft annual budget for review and approval by the Executive Committee and the Board.

Robert Score, Finance Committee Chair

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Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee is appointed by the President with the approval of the Board. The committee is composed of a minimum of three (3) Directors, one of whom serves as committee chair, and may up to two (2) APT general members. The Nominating Committee advises the Board on all matters relating to the composition of the Board and recommends members to serve on the Board as officers. This committee also oversees elections. 

Taryn Williams, Nominating Committee Chair 

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