Get Connected (Volunteer Opportunities)

Standing Committees

Accounting & Reporting – Have a hand in shaping CFMA’s Annual Financial Survey and assist with public comments on A&R issues when CFMA elects to take a position. Members who are familiar with the survey or are interested in Accounting & Reporting issues are recruited for this committee.

Chapter Resource – Support and develop vital programs that encourage chapter growth, revitalization, and improvement. Current and past Chapter Presidents are utilized to populate this committee.   

Education Steering Committee (by invitation only) – Manages existing educational programs and develops new educational resources (both traditional and online) for our chapters and the industry. Coordinates the annual updating of “The Book.” Develops  certification preparation materials.  Fosters and promotes a pool of national instructors.

IT Survey Advisory Group (by invitation only) – The mission of the IT Survey Advisory Group is to provide guidance, advice, and expertise as related specifically to the development of CFMA's biennial Information Technology Survey.

IT Council – The mission of the IT Council is to advise the Association on all matters affecting information technology in the construction industry, to the benefit of the Membership and Chapters of CFMA. 

Tax & Legislative Affairs – Identify, monitor, and report on legislation, tax regulations, and other significant state and federal issues. Help frame public comments when needed. Members with at least one professional designation and at least one year of experience with taxation issues in construction are recruited for this committee.

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Task Forces

Construction Industry Liaison – Develop and strengthen relationships between CFMA and other industry associations and professional societies.  Members who are either involved with or interested in a topic or organization are utilized when opportunities arise.

Conference Planning - Help plan our biggest annual national event by serving on the Program Development or Logistics (Pricing, Sites) Task Force.

Membership – Shape the CFMA experience where it counts most – at the individual level. Current Task Forces available are:

• Segmentation/Subs

• Chapter/Member Growth

• Dues Task Force

• Heavy Highway

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Project-Driven Task Forces

Ongoing opportunities exist in various areas of Publications, CFMA’s Web site, E-Learning, and others. CFMA is also actively recruiting Instructors, Authors and Speakers.

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Appointed Committees

On a path for leadership within CFMA?  Below is a listing of our appointed committees.

• Executive

• Finance

• Leadership

• Strategic Planning

• Succession Planning

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ICCIFP Committees

Join our affiliate organization The Institute of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals, Inc. by participating in the following committees:

• Marketing

• Appeals

• Eligibility

• Recertification

• Examination (Question Writing & Scoring)

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FAQs – Volunteer Opportunities

How will I be contacted?
Members are recruited during the year for any one or more of these opportunities, based-upon the information we have in our database as well as the information we collect in the membership profile area of the members-only section of our web site.

How often do committees/task forces meet?
It varies. Some meet monthly, others less often. Meetings are held via teleconferences and usually last an hour or less.

What happens if I can’t make every meeting?
Not a problem. We understand you have a busy schedule with many commitments. We just ask that you make the majority of them.

I am (or was) very involved in my chapter and its committees. Why should I join a national committee/task force?
National committees/task forces are made up of folks from all over the country, so you’ll gain a whole new perspective on things. Plus, working at the national level allows you to see the “Big Picture” and have input into issues of national importance.

I don’t have enough time in the day now! How can I take on one more thing?
Getting involved at the national level is more than just “something else” you have to do. The friends, contacts, knowledge, and skills you will gain are the dividends you’ll enjoy from making this investment in yourself and your career.

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