Board of Directors 2026

2026 Board of Directors Election: Four Available Positions Await Your Nomination! 

President-Elect

Description: The President-Elect supports the President in carrying out the work of the Society and serves as Chair of the Membership Advisory Group and the Nominating Committee.
Deadline for nominations: June 30, 2026 | 11:59 pm (ET)
Term: Two (2) years as President-Elect (January 1, 2027-December 31, 2028); two (2) years as President (January 1, 2029-December 31, 2030); and two (2) years as Immediate Past President (January 1, 2031-December 31, 2032).
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Vice President of ECOPs

Description: The Vice President of Early Career Ocean Professionals (ECOP) is responsible for the oversight and growth of the MTS ECOP Community, supporting opportunities for ECOPs within the Society, and representing the interests of ECOPs within the marine technology sector.
Deadline for nominations: June 30, 2026 | 11:59 pm (ET)
Term: Two (2) years, non-renewable. Term begins January 1, 2027.

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Vice President of Publications and Communications

Description: The Vice President of Publications and Communications is responsible for the publications of the Society, including the peer-reviewed MTS Journal, and serves as the board liaison to the MTSJ's Editorial Board.
Deadline for nominations: June 30, 2026 | 11:59 pm (ET)
Term: Three (3) years and not to exceed two (2) consecutive terms. Term begins January 1, 2027.

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Vice President of Industry, Research, and Technology

Description: The Vice President of Industry, Research, and Technology helps to guide the technical and external affairs of the Society and oversees a portfolio of MTS Technical Committees.
Deadline for nominations: June 30, 2026 | 11:59 pm (ET)
Term: Three (3) years and not to exceed two (2) consecutive terms. Term begins January 1, 2027.


Timeline for 2026 Elections

June 30, 2026: Nominations due
July 2026:
Slate of candidates prepared & announced
August 2026: Elections held via online ballot
September 2026: Elections close; results certified & announced
January 1, 2027: Newly elected officers begin their terms


Questions about the election process?

Please contact Claire Idell at [email protected].