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Volunteers are an essential part of the ETA community. Volunteer committees are responsible for driving the development of the association’s core services, benefits and events. A one-year commitment beginning on July 1st of each year is required. Applications for service are made available to all members each spring. The ETA President selects volunteers based on applications submitted. Standing CommitteesAnnual Meeting Program Planning CommitteeThe Annual Meeting Program Planning Committee is responsible for guiding the development of general program content and speakers for the ETA Annual Meeting. The committee may also research, evaluate and recommend keynote speakers for general sessions. The committee contributes to development of a speaker profile database for reference in planning future meetings. Awards & Recognition The Awards & Recognition Committee is responsible for the identification, recommendation and implementation of special awards presented at the Annual Meeting’s President’s Dinner. These awards are warranted for outstanding member service or performance. The committee may be called upon to determine other venues or forms of recognition, as needed. Best Practices The Best Practices Committee is responsible for identifying and/or developing recommended policies, procedures and practices for important sectors of the industry. Such recommendations are formed through consensus and in consultation with industry experts. The committee uses appropriate means to communicate recommended best practices to ETA members. Education The Education Committee is responsible for identifying, developingand reviewing program content for seminars, training sessions,workshops and ETA University curriculum. The Committee assists in developing and reviewing all certification programs offeredby the ETA University. In addition, the committee recommendsdelivery methods (e.g. live, distance, audio, etc.) for all educational forums, to include the University. Exhibitor Advisory The Exhibitor Advisory Committee serves as a liaison and communications conduit between the exhibitors and the association. The committee advises ETA on the development of activities, practices, policies and procedures to enhance the exhibit function at its conferences. The committee also reviews evaluations from both the exhibitors and the ETA board at each ETA event and makes recommendations for improvements or changes. Government Relations The Government Relations Committee supports the development of ETA’s strategy and activities in the government relations arena. Specifically, it is responsible for identifying, monitoring, and evaluating legislative and regulatory activities at the national and state level and assisting in the communication of issues of importance to members. The committee may also make recommendations on areas for direct advocacy or specific positions that the association should promulgate. Industry Relations The Industry Relations Committee is responsible for identifying, communicating and recommending to ETA’s leadership positions on industry related issues concerning the electronic payment industry. It develops strategies to maximize the communication, image, influence and advocacy of ETA to the card companies, other industry entities and key publics. ISO Advisory The ISO Advisory Committee is responsible for identifying and communicating issues that affect the ISO community, as well as recommending programs, services and/or events that would best meet the needs of this market segment. The committee provides, through surveys and focus groups, input and direction on areas that need to be addressed through association programs, products and services including education or research. Membership The Membership Committee is responsible for identifying and soliciting prospective ETA members, while actively promoting ETA’s value, goals and objectives. The committee plays a specific role in recruiting new members into the organization. Additionally, the committee may be asked to recommend new value-added services, programs or events to the board and assist in retention activities. Research and Information Resources The Research and Information Resources Committee oversees identification and collection of relevant information to guide the creation of ETA's communications products. It provides high-level editorial direction for Transaction Trends magazine, all electronic publications and the ETA website. This involves environmental scanning for emerging trends, issues, and developments in the industry and the broader business arena; identifying existing research or recommending new research to be undertaken by ETA of importance to members; and overseeing the broad content plan for association communications to ensure the informational needs of members and the industry are fully addressed. Risk and Fraud Management The Risk and Fraud Management Committee examines and recommends ETA's role in working on behalf of the industry to reduce fraud and the associated risk to the industry. This includes strategies for promoting cooperation with various law enforcement bodies at the national and/or state levels (i.e. secret service, FBI, etc.) and with other industry organizations (e.g. MAC). Strategic Leadership & Networking Forum Program Planning The SLNF Program Planning Committee is comprised of industry thought leaders who guide development of program content, networking activities, and the overall event experience for ETA's exclusive executive conference. Technology The Technology Committee is responsible for identifying current and emerging technology-related issues and assisting with communication on these issues to the membership. The committee provides information on technology trends and applications to ensure that ETA is established as a valued information source for members and the industry. The committee uses appropriate methods to disseminate information related to new products,services and payment applications. |
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1990 Bankcard Services Association (with fewer than 20 people from the industry gathering to discuss ways to develop a credible voice within the industry) was born. 1996 Changed its name to the Electronic Transactions Association. 2001-2002 ETA is now an international association with more than 500 member companies from 7 different countries. 2003 ETA headquarters moves to Washington, DC. |
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