AAKP is currently accepting nominations for its 2008-2009 National Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is responsible for establishing goals and policies for the Association. In addition, they are responsible for attending three meetings per year, which may require travel, participation in conference calls and committee membership.
 
Elections are held in July with new members seated in August during AAKP's 2008 Annual Convention in Washington, D.C. Board members serve two-year terms. The deadline to submit nominations is May 23.
 
For more information or to request a nomination form, please contact AAKP at (800) 749-AAKP or visit the AAKP Web site to download a copy of the nomination application. Self nominations are encouraged.

This article originally appeared in the May 2008 issue of AAKP Diet Tips & Bits.