Charles River Wheelers is powered by passionate cyclists who volunteer their time and energy to make our club the vibrant community it is today. This October, we'll be holding our annual board elections, and we're looking for dedicated members like you to step up and help shape the future of the club.
Serving on the CRW Board is an incredible opportunity to give back to the cycling community while gaining valuable leadership experience. Whether you're passionate about organizing rides, welcoming new members, improving member services, advocating for cycling infrastructure, or fostering inclusivity within our club, your voice and vision can make a real difference.
Why Should You Consider Running?
Board service offers the chance to work alongside fellow club members to tackle challenges and opportunities. You'll help guide strategic decisions that impact our 1900 members, from planning signature events to developing new programs that welcome cyclists of all skill levels. Joining the board is an opportunity to deepen your connection to the club and the broader cycling community.
We are especially looking for candidates with skills or interests in sustainability, community organization, event management, logistics, finance, communications, technology, regulations, education, or community outreach.
Ready to Throw Your Helmet in the Ring?
The process to become a candidate is straightforward, and we're here to support you every step of the way:
To become a candidate:
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Eligibility: You must be a CRW member in good standing at the time that the election closes in early October.
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To learn more: read the CRW Bylaws and join the (optional) virtual Prospective Candidate Info Session in September (date to be confirmed).
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Declare your candidacy: Update your member profile to self-declare as an Active Candidate and submit a Statement of Candidacy explaining why you want to serve on the Board. Make sure you have a photo in your profile.
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Attend the optional "meet and greet": There will be an optional Meet the Candidates online forum in September (date to be confirmed).
What's Next?
Don't let this opportunity roll by! Whether you've been with the club for ages or are a new member with a fresh perspective, your unique experiences and ideas can help CRW continue to grow and thrive.
If you're on the fence about running, we encourage you to attend the Prospective Candidate Info Session: it's a low-pressure way to learn more about board responsibilities and connect with current board members.
For questions about the election process or board service, don't hesitate to reach out to Barbara Jacobs at barbara.jacobs@crw.org or to any current board member. We're excited to see who will join us in leading this amazing organization forward.
