CTA Bylaws

The officers of the Association shall be as follows:

(a) President

(b) Vice President

(c) Treasurer

(d) Secretary

(e) Two Owner/Operator Board Members at Large

All Executive Committee members must be employed by an Owner/Operator company. The term of office for all Officers shall be two (2) years and shall terminate at the end of the fiscal year. No two Officers shall be from the same member company.

Officers of the Association shall be elected at the fall Board meeting. The slate of Officers will be presented by the Nominating Committee. In addition, nominations from the floor will be considered. Each Board Member present shall have one vote.

(a) President:

The President shall preside over all meetings of the Association and the Board of Directors. They shall appoint committees, represent the Association in all official capacities, and, in general, act as the chief executive officer of the Association.

(b) Vice President:

The Vice President shall perform the duties of the President in their absence and assist in carrying out the objectives of the Association. Should the office of President become vacant, the Vice President shall assume those duties until a successor is elected.

(c) Treasurer:

The Treasurer shall oversee the financial affairs of the Association, including maintaining proper accounting procedures, reviewing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with the approved budget. The Treasurer shall also chair the Finance Committee if one is established.

(d) Secretary:

The Secretary shall maintain the official records of the Association, ensure the accuracy of meeting minutes, oversee communications related to Board and membership notices, and assist in organizational recordkeeping.

(e) Board Members at Large (Owner/Operator Representatives): These two members shall serve as voting members of the Executive Committee and provide direct representation of the Owner/Operator membership category. They will assist in strategic direction, policy review, and oversight of initiatives impacting the technician community.

1. The Officers collectively constitute the Executive Committee.

2. All members of the Executive Committee must be employed by an Owner/Operator company.

3. The Executive Committee shall oversee the day-to-day operations of the Association, in accordance with these Bylaws.

4. The Executive Committee shall make decisions by a simple majority of members present.

5. A quorum of the Executive Committee shall be a simple majority of all members of the Committee.

6. The Executive Committee shall meet at the call of the President or a majority of its members.

7. The Executive Committee shall have the following duties and authorities:

a. Review monthly financial reports;

b. Provide direction to the Executive Director;

c. Review and approve budgeted expenditures;

d. Review end-of-year profit and loss statements;

e. Provide annual performance reviews of staff;

f. Review and approve all bids for Association expenses over $4,000;

g. Nominate recipients of annual Association contributions or awards;

h. Carry out other duties delegated by the Board of Directors.

The Association shall maintain the following standing committees, each composed of a Chair and a Vice Chair. Each Chair and Vice Chair shall serve a two (2) year term and report directly to the Executive Committee or designated Board liaison. Vice Chairs shall support the Chair and assume responsibilities in their absence.

Standing Committees include:

- Education Committee

- Field Training Committee

- Coatings Committee

- Products Committee

- Chemical Committee

(a) Education Chair & Vice Chair

- Oversee all educational initiatives and training curriculum for corrosion technicians.

- Ensure that educational materials reflect current industry standards and best practices.

- Identify new educational opportunities and collaborate with the Field Training, Coatings,

- Products, and Chemical Committees to develop relevant content.

- Report educational progress and needs to the Executive Committee quarterly.

- Support outreach to technical colleges, trade schools, and training organizations offering corrosion-related education.

- Assist in creating pathways for technicians to earn certificates, degrees, or continuing education credits through CTA programs.

(b) Field Training Chair & Vice Chair

- Lead the planning and coordination of hands-on field training programs.

- Ensure field courses maintain a high level of technical accuracy and safety.

- Collaborate with the Education Committee to align classroom learning with practical application.

- Evaluate training sites, materials, and instructor performance. (c) Coatings Chair & Vice Chair

- Ensure all coatings-related education and technical resources meet or exceed industry standards.

- Monitor emerging trends in coatings technology and integrate them into Association offerings.

- Provide subject-matter expertise and advise on certification or technical training needs.

(d) Products Chair & Vice Chair

- Oversee engagement with product manufacturers and suppliers related to corrosion control.

- Evaluate and recommend educational topics focused on product innovations and field applications.

- Support vendor participation in training, exhibitions, and member learning events.

(e) Chemical Chair & Vice Chair

- Lead initiatives focused on chemical treatment, monitoring, and mitigation within corrosion control.

- Ensure chemical-related training and education adhere to safety and regulatory standards.

- Identify emerging chemical technologies and trends for inclusion in training and technical discussion

Section III – Committee Coordination All Committee Chairs shall:

- Submit quarterly activity reports to the Executive Committee.

- Collaborate to ensure educational consistency across technical areas.

- Recommend subject-matter experts or working groups to enhance Association programs.

- Participate in annual leadership workshop to align goals with the Association's strategic plan.