Wanted: Industry Relations Committee Members
For those of you who don’t know me, my name is James Englert. I am a Deputy with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office in Centennial, Colorado. I’ve been a Deputy for 16 years and a School Resource Officer for 10 years. I’ve been on the IPMBA board since 2012. For the last couple years, I have been the Industry Liaison.
When I took over this position in 2013, I knew I couldn’t do it alone. I am responsible for a lot of tasks. About two years ago, I put out an announcement in the IPMBA News asking for Industry Relations Committee (IRC) members. I got a lot of responses from a variety of police/EMS/security cyclists. These people were and are very helpful.
It has been two years since I put out the announcement, and I am frequently asked by members about how to get involved with the industry side of things, and this is your chance.
If you are already an IRC member and would like to continue as a member, send me an e-mail letting me know you are still interested.
If you would like to be an IRC member, please submit a letter of interest and a resume detailing your job experience, both on- and off-bike. Include information about your agency, your bike unit, and any other information you consider pertinent. Most importantly, include the reasons why you are interested in one of the positions, as well as why you think you should be chosen for the committee.
Sounds fun and easy, yeah right! IRC members MUST have the time and motivation to be able to work on projects, both alone and in teams. The IRC is responsible for the Product Purchase Program, maintaining relationships, recruiting new participants, and keeping the list up-to-date. Committee members are also responsible for reviewing products and writing articles describing their experiences with the products for the IPMBA News and the IPMBA website.
The mission of the Industry Relations Committee is three-fold. We strive to develop positive working relationships with industry professionals, advance the development of products and technologies for public safety cyclists, and educate the public safety community about products that will have positive impact on their daily duties.
The deadline for resumes is August 31, 2015. Committee member will be selected and notified by September 15, 2015. Members will serve at least a one-year term.
If you have any questions, contact me via cell phone 303-913-4545, or by e-mail to industry@ipmba.org. I look forward to working with you. Ride Safely!
About the IRC
Mission: The mission of the Industry Relations Committee is to develop positive working relationships with industry professionals, advance the development of products and technologies for public safety cyclists, and educate the public safety community about products that will have a positive impact on their daily duties.
Goals & Objectives: The primary goal of the Industry Relations Committee is to expand the relationship between members of the industry and public safety cyclists by improving communication and interaction through leadership, education, and training. This goal can be obtained by concentrating on three specific objectives:
- Develop Industry Relations: Develop and maintain strong, working partnerships with members of the cycling and public safety industries.
- Advance Products and Technologies for Public Safety Cyclists: Work with members of the cycling and public safety industries to improve current products and to create new ones that will meet the needs of the public safety cyclist.
- Educate the Public Safety Cycling Community: Provide IPMBA members with information about both new and established products and technologies that will positively impact their ability to perform their duties.