About NSCP Board of Directors
The National Society of Compliance Professionals (“NSCP”) Nominating Committee would appreciate your recommendations for candidates for the NSCP Board of Directors 2026 election. You may nominate yourself or someone else using the form below. Multiple nominations are permitted.
NSCP is a nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to serving and supporting compliance professionals in the financial services industry in the U.S. NSCP is the largest organization of financial services industry professionals devoted exclusively to serving compliance professionals. The principal purpose of NSCP is to enhance compliance in the securities industry, including firms' compliance efforts and programs and to further the education and professionalism of the individuals implementing those efforts. Accordingly, NSCP’s sole focus is on the interests of compliance professionals and enhancing their effectiveness as they help guide their firms to achieve outcomes that promote investor protection and market integrity.
Board members act in the broad interest of NSCP, not as representatives of specific constituencies. Therefore, those you nominate (yourself included, if you choose) should possess qualities of vision and leadership and be able to commit the time and energy required for a three-year term beginning on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the Board’s in-person Board meeting at NSCP’s 2026 National Conference in Orlando, FL.
Prerequisites for Board Nomination:
- NSCP member in good standing for the prior three (3) years, unless formerly ineligible for membership; e.g. ex-regulator.
- Active engagement as a NSCP volunteer. For a list of the types of activities that demonstrate active engagement please see the following link: nscp.org/volunteer
The Nominating Committee seeks candidates who will bring wisdom, effectiveness, diversity, candor and creative thinking to the Board. In choosing among candidates to develop the nominee slate, in addition to other relevant factors, the Nominating Committee considers each candidate’s background and experience in the following areas:
- Technical competency and knowledge of securities compliance best practices, rules and regulations and industry standards;
- How the candidate’s professional background and contributions complement those of the current Board members and other nominees;
- Strong oral and written communication skills;
- Demonstrated integrity, objectivity and discipline.
The following FAQs describe what it means to be a member of NSCP’s Board of Directors:
What criteria does the Nominating Committee consider in reviewing and choosing a slate of Board nominees?
In evaluating each individual being considered for nomination to the NSCP Board of Directors, the Nominating Committee’s considerations include, but are not limited to the following criteria:
- Length of time in the securities compliance profession.
- Seniority of position with current employer.
- Previous positions held, including, in particular, positions with industry regulators.
- Area(s) of expertise.
- Length of NSCP Membership.
- Absence of adverse regulatory history.
- Demonstrated commitment to and participation in NSCP’s continuing and ad hoc efforts.
- Distribution of firms (by geography, size, business activities).
- Previous board experience.
- Board composition. A simple majority of the Board (excluding the Executive Director) shall be persons employed by a regulatory entity within financial services industry (determined at time of election and carries through term).
What do Board members do?
- Oversee the corporate and financial governance of NSCP.
- Ensure effective strategic planning.
- Review and approve proposed budget and dues structure.
- Support and evaluate the performance of Executive Director.
- Serve as an ambassador for NSCP by encouraging compliance professionals to join as members and participate in events and programs.
- Participate in NSCP conferences and educational offerings.
- Participate on Board and NSCP committees and if desired, speak at NSCP conferences.
- Assist NSCP staff when requested.
When do Board members meet?
Board members
participate in bi-monthly virtual meetings, each lasting approximately 75
minutes, throughout the year. The Board also meets in person in October
in conjunction with NSCP’s National Conference, which includes an extended
Board meeting and attendance at the annual business meeting.
Board members may
also convene for ad hoc Board meetings to address specific challenges facing
the association or to review organizational, financial or governance matters. Meeting
attendance is expected in accordance with NSCP’s Board Attendance Policy.
How long do Board members serve?
Elected members serve three-year terms. Board members in good standing may be considered for a second term.
Are Board members compensated?
Board members receive no cash compensation.