About Council

The ASM Chapter Council provides advice and guidance to ASM International regarding Chapters. The Council helps review the quality level of Chapters, acts as primary liaison between the Chapters and ASM HQ, and reviews governance issues (funding proposals, chapter rejuvenation, etc.) when applicable. Council provides an avenue for volunteers to participate in ideation and help plan and support the Chapter Officer Training Series.

Local Chapters oversee events and programs at the local level. If available, regional councils (such as India or Canada Council) work with the local Chapters in their respective area to provide guidance and coordination. The ASM Chapter Council works on the international stage, helping to formulate ASM’s overall Chapter strategy, furthering programs that benefit all Chapters. Local Chapters, Regional Councils, and Chapter Council all work to support the ASM Strategic Plan and advance ASM’s mission. 

ASM Chapter Council serves as the main volunteer interface between the ASM Board of Trustees and all ASM Chapters. Council works for and with Chapter Leadership, Trustees, and ASM employees to strengthen Chapters.

Interested in joining? Chapter Council seeks new District Reps every winter, with applications closing each March. Members must have an active ASM membership, be a member of a Chapter within the District they wish to represent, and have served (or are currently serving) as a Chapter Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, or Treasurer. The link to our ASM Connect application will be posted here when it opens.