1. Selecting your Chapter Leadership
Invite New and YEA members to participate
Includes chapter officers, committee chairs and Board of Governors
Make sure leaders understand their commitment and responsibilities
Select your leadership team early
Consider assigning mentors for each position-Past Presidents?

2. Key Committee Chairs ASHRAE Grassroots Committees
Chapter Technology Transfer (includes Chapter Programs and Technology Awards)
Membership Promotion
Research Promotion
Student Activities
Grassroots Government Activities
YEA
Other Committees (see MCO for more detailed list)
Refrigeration
History
Honors and Awards
Webmaster (Electronic Communications)
Communications/Newsletter

3. Appointing Committee Chairs
Explain the job requirements
Do Not downplay the job or the time commitment involved
Attendance at CRC or Centralized Training is expected, PAOE points awarded for attendance
Use letter, , phone call, or personal visit to explain why candidate was selected & why it is important that they serve
Stress the importance of working committees (more than a committee of one)