Committees play an important role in helping TeamSNUG support its members and continue moving the organization forward. Committees provide opportunities for members to collaborate, share ideas, contribute industry expertise, and help shape initiatives that strengthen the Startel user community. Whether focused on education, technical topics, membership engagement, events, or strategic initiatives, committees are designed to encourage participation, communication, and peer collaboration while supporting SNUG’s core pillars of education, collaboration, innovation, and member engagement.

Certification Committee
Chair: Lauren Garza
Committee Charge: To oversee and maintain the integrity, relevance, and accuracy of SNUG’s certification-related programs in coordination with administration and partner organizations.

Membership Committee
Co-Chairs: Stacy Polinsky and Jane Dorosh
Members: Victoria Whitney
Committee Charge: To grow, welcome, and retain SNUG members by promoting the value of membership and supporting member engagement, especially for new members.

Technical Committee
Chair: Lori Hawkins
Members: Jesse Autuchovich, Tom Hutchins, Brandon Mann, Chad Roberts
Committee Charge: To represent member technical concerns, support communication around unresolved system issues, and help strengthen the technical voice of the user community.

Task Forces are created to focus on specific projects, challenges, or strategic initiatives that require dedicated attention over a defined period of time. Unlike standing committees, Task Forces are typically temporary and goal-oriented, bringing together members with relevant experience or interest to research ideas, develop recommendations, and help move initiatives forward efficiently. Task Forces allow SNUG to remain flexible, responsive, and collaborative while encouraging member involvement in shaping the future direction of the organization.

Website Task Force
Chair: Drew Ritter
Members: Lauren Garza, Lori Hawkins
Committee Charge: To review, organize, and improve SNUG’s website content and structure to ensure information is current, accurate, user-friendly, and aligned with the organization’s goals and branding.

Membership Dues Task Force
Chair: Chad Roberts
Members: Stacy Polinsky, John Bryant, Drew Ritter
Committee Charge:To evaluate SNUG’s current membership dues structure and develop recommendations for a sustainable, scalable, and future-focused dues model that supports the organization’s long-term goals and member value.