Welcome to the 2025 MTS Board of Directors Election!
There are three positions open for the 2025 MTS Board Election:
- Vice President of Education
- Vice President of Government & Public Affairs
- Vice President of MATE
MTS members will receive their electronic ballot and voting will open on Monday, August 11, 2025.
Vice President of Education
Description: The Vice President of Education ensures that the Society develops and maintains positive and productive relationships with academic institutions, laboratories (both public and private), and research institutes. The position enhances communications and membership with universities and university-affiliated professionals and seeks out opportunities to engage with educators, to expand core MTS educational programs (e.g., student scholarships, summer workshops, microcredentials), and to develop and retain Student Sections. In the absence of a committee Chair, this position serves as lead to the MTS Education Committee; it also oversees a portfolio of MTS Technical Committees.
Term: Three (3) years and not to exceed two (2) consecutive terms. Term begins January 1, 2026.
Candidates:
Vice President of Government & Public Affairs
Description: The Vice President of Government and Public Affairs pursues opportunities for the Society to develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with news media, governmental entities, military services, and other relevant organizations with an interest in marine affairs, technology, and innovation. This position also oversees policy and reviews public releases by Society officers and spokespersons on behalf of MTS as related to government and public affairs. This position works with contractors and volunteers as assigned to engage with legislators on behalf of MTS interests, positioning MTS members as thought leaders and industry experts. This position oversees a portfolio of MTS Technical Committees.
Term: Three (3) years and not to exceed two (2) consecutive terms. Term begins January 1, 2026.
Candidates:
Vice President of MATE
Description: The Vice President of MATE supports the growth and impact of the three pillars of MATE, including the MATE ROV Competition, MATE ROV Academy, and the SeaMATE Store. In this capacity, this position represents the voice of the next generation of marine technologists, ensuring that workforce development through hands-on STEM learning remains central to MTS’s mission. This position facilitates partnerships with institutions, industry sponsors, and regional MATE hubs, provides insights into emerging talent pipelines and trends, and advocates for initiatives that strengthen engagement pathways for MATE participants, mentors, alumni, and supporters within the MTS ecosystem.
Term: Three (3) years and not to exceed two (2) consecutive terms. Term begins January 1, 2026.
Candidate:
Election Process
MTS members will receive their electronic ballots via email and voting will open on August 11, 2025. Voting will close on Friday, September 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET, and the winners will be announced during the virtual MTS Annual Meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025. An email notice to the membership of the results will be shared following the MTS Annual Meeting.
For questions on the election process or if you are a member and do not receive your ballot, please contact Claire Idell at [email protected].
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