2026 CHAPTER GOALS
ACCREDITATION
Create an environment that encourages members to pursue accreditation.
Assist APR candidates in obtaining accreditation/encourage others to seek accreditation.
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Organize Readiness Review Panels for at least three PRAM Central members currently seeking accreditation.
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Hold at least one APR-maintenance event for members and explore collaborations for statewide virtual panel.
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Promote accreditation to membership throughout the year through chapter meetings, newsletters and social media.
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Support newly accredited members through earned and owned media.
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Maintain and increase PRAM Central’s online and social media APR resources, including updating the accreditation list.
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CHAPTER MANAGEMENT
Focus on efficiencies and organization in the chapter and processes that will make management easier, more effective and efficient.
Continue utilizing the monthly budget activity report to better track income and expenses by each budget category to ensure adherence to the annual budget.
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Maintain our financial stability by keeping a minimum running monthly balance of $8,000 and increasing the savings account by 25%.
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Continue utilizing the monthly budget activity report to better track income and expenses by each budget category to ensure adherence to the annual budget.
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Review and update the Chapter Standard Operating Objectives.
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COMMUNICATION
Effectively promote chapter and increase communication with members through both traditional and digital strategies and tactics.
Create communication that reflects the chapter's brand.
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Promote and publish chapter meeting details at least one week preceding the meeting.
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Publish and post shared job openings ASAP, not later than three business days from receipt of the announcement. Remove posts from the Job Bank after two months.
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Review PRAM Central website to update outdated items and/or remove content altogether if needed.
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Disseminate press releases for chapter news, to include:
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Board of Directors installation
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Outstanding Professionals Awards
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Prism Award Winners (won by PRAM Central)
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Chapter Awards (won by PRAM Central)
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Lantern Awards (won by PRAM Central)
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Continue to promote the Chapter LinkedIn account. Increase post engagement by 5% between February and the end of December.
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Increase post engagement by 5% between February and the end of December.
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MEMBERSHIP
Increase membership by recruiting at least 30 new professional members.
Increase student engagement by recruiting and retaining at least 15 student members.
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Achieve 90 renewals by the April 2026 PRAM State Conference.
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Enhance the member experience by effectively communicating membership benefits through multiple channels, including the PRAM Central newsletter, social media, and targeted email campaigns
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Foster a sense of community and collaboration by organizing mentorship
programs for members, specifically student members, to connect and learn from each other.
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