2026 TCRA Candidate Academy

Description

Candidate Academy: Interested in Serving on the TCRA Board?

Thinking about taking the next step in your leadership journey? Join us for a 1-hour virtual Candidate Academy designed for members interested in running for the TCRA Board of Directors.

Led by Immediate Past President and Nominations Chair, Mark Kitabayashi, this session will walk you through everything you need to know before throwing your hat in the ring.

What You’ll Learn:

• Eligibility requirements for each board position
• An overview of the nominations and elections process
• A realistic look at the time commitment involved in serving
• The professional and personal benefits of board service

Mark will also provide a candid, real-world perspective on the three-year President leadership path, helping you understand what it truly means to step into this role.

You’ll also hear directly from current board members, who will share their experiences, insights, and what serving has meant to their business and leadership growth.

Who Should Attend:

• Members considering running for the Board of Directors
• Future leaders looking to get more involved in the association
• Anyone curious about how TCRA leadership works behind the scenes

This session is designed to give you a clear, honest, and practical understanding of board service—so you can make an informed decision about your next step.

Join us on Zoom and explore what leadership at TCRA could look like for you.