Volunteers in the Spotlight: New FGS Officers Elected
Congratulations to these genealogy volunteers, who have been elected as board members for the Federation of Genealogical Societies. If your own society could use a boost, keep reading!
The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) recently elected volunteer board members who will start a new term on January 1, 2016. FGS is an organization that links the genealogical community by helping societies and researchers strengthen and grow through online resources, FGS FORUM magazine, and its annual national 4-day conference.
FGS President D. Joshua Taylor says, “I am looking forward to welcoming these old and new faces to the FGS Leadership team. FGS would not be able to fulfill its mission without its terrific volunteers who give so much of their time and energy to the organization.” The lineup of new and re-elected FGS officers and directors is:
- Ed Donakey (Utah) — Vice-President of Development
- Janice A. Fritisch (Illinois) — Director
- Caroline M. Pointer (Texas) — Vice-President of Membership
- Shellee A. Moorehead (Rhode Island) — Treasurer
- Richard L. Cassell (Washington) — Director
- Mark Olsen (Utah) — Director
- Cari A. Taplin (Texas) — Director
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Genealogy Gems for Societies gives society volunteers much-needed support to help them attract and retain members. Other benefits apply, too–and FGS member societies get a discount! Click here to learn more about Genealogy Gems for Societies.
