The future of MCAA is fundamentally linked to the quality of the individuals who serve on its Board of Directors. MCAA members who would like to be considered for one of three vacancies are encouraged to learn more and complete the application. Applications should be returned no later than January 15, 2026. Candidates and their spokespersons will be scheduled for interviews at the 2026 MCAA Annual Convention. Those who are selected will begin their terms in March 2026.

MCAA Board of Directors Roles and Responsibilities

Purpose:
MCAA’s National Board of Directors serves as a governing board for all Association
matters.

Board Members Responsibilities:

• Serve in an advisory role to govern Association practices.
• Represent the national, as opposed to a local or regional interest
• Serve on national committees and task forces when called upon
• Support MCAA’s advocacy efforts, including the PAC
• Attend key association programs and conferences
• Actively participate in all Board meetings contributing to the discussion, brainstorming, and sharing of innovative ideas.

Time Commitment for Board Members:
MCAA’s Board of Directors traditionally holds three meetings each year; one at the
beginning of each annual Convention, one at the closing of each annual Convention, and one Summer Meeting. All of these meetings are held in person.

Board Commitment:
Two (3) year terms

Board of Directors Meetings Reimbursement Policy:
MCAA’s expense reimbursement policy for the Summer Board Meeting is as follows:

• Executive Committee – four nights of room rate and tax paid directly to the hotel by MCAA.
• Board Members and Past Presidents – three nights of room rate and tax paid directly to the hotel by MCAA.
• If you choose to stay beyond the allotted number of days, you will need to provide a credit card to cover the additional time.
• All attendees will need to provide a credit card at check-in to cover incidental expenses. These expenses are the responsibility of the member and will not be reimbursed by MCAA.

Reimbursable Expenses

• Airfare – Round-trip, non-refundable, 21-day advance purchase, coach airfare is
  reimbursed for the Executive Committee, Board Members, Past Presidents, and their partners – including baggage fees. (Please note that partner travel reimbursed by MCAA is considered taxable income by the IRS; therefore, you will receive a 1099-NEC if the value equals or exceeds $600.00. If you do not wish to receive a 1099-NEC, please submit your partner’s airfare in the amount of $599.00)
• MCAA does not reimburse for upgraded airfare (first class, business class, upgraded economy, etc.). If you choose to purchase non-reimbursable airfare, please book a dummy coach ticket at the time of booking to turn in with your expenses for reimbursement.
• Local ground transportation – MCAA will reimburse the roundtrip cost of a taxi or Uber between the airport and the hotel.
• Rental Car & Parking – MCAA will reimburse the cost of a standard rental car for anyone driving to the destination. MCAA will also cover on-site parking at the hotel.
• Airport Parking – MCAA will reimburse the cost of parking at your home airport or the taxi/Uber charge to/from your home if you do not drive to the airport.

MCAA’s Convention Board Meeting reimbursement policy is as follows:

• There are two Board meetings at the Convention. Board members and Past Presidents
  receive a per diem for each Board meeting they attend for a maximum check of $1,000. Executive Committee members will also receive a per diem for the Executive Committee meeting for a maximum check of $1,500, except for the President whose lodging and travel expenses are covered by MCAA.
• Airfare, travel, and incidental expenses are not reimbursed.

Antitrust:
All MCAA Committees are committed to fostering an open, competitive market, adhering to all anti-trust laws and regulations. As members, we pledge to avoid any actions or discussions that may infringe upon these principles, including but not limited to discussions about price fixing, bid rigging, market allocation, or any other conduct that could potentially restrict competition. Our interactions, both within the committee and externally, will be transparent, fair, and promote healthy competition. We recognize that any breach of these anti-trust policies could result in severe legal and reputational consequences for both the individual, the committee and MCAA as a whole.