Shorthorn Breed Improvement Committee

1. Purpose
   1. Engagement of Membership
      1. Promote breed acceptance and support membership involvement.
      2. Facilitate activities to improve genetic quality and marketability.
      B. Focus Areas
      1. Oversee and guide genetic evaluations and improvement programs.
      2. Develop and support Shorthorn programs to enhance breed visibility.
      3. Communicate effectively with the membership to release and gather feedback.
      C. Volunteer Coordination
      1. Administer and support the Shorthorn Association’s volunteer group.
      2. Plan and host 1-2 major meetings annually for volunteers.
2. Committee Structure
   1. Committee Leadership
      1. Chairperson
      – Must be a member of the ASA Board of Directors.
      – Responsible for leading the committee and ensuring objectives are met.
      B. Committee Members
      1. ASA Board of Directors Representatives
      – 2 to 4 additional Board members.
      2. ASA Members-At-Large
      – 4 members chosen from the ASA membership.
      3. Non-ASA Representative 
      – 1 at-large member from academia or industry expertise outside the association.
      4. ASA Staff Representatives
3. Roles and Responsibilities
   1. Committee Leadership and Members
      1. Chairperson
      – Organize meetings and set the agenda.
      – Act as the primary liaison to the ASA Board of Directors.
      2. Board and At-Large Members
      – Provide input and expertise in focus areas.
      – Actively participate in meetings and initiatives.
      3. Non-ASA Representative
      – Offer external insights and objectivity in decision-making.
      B. Shorthorn Staff Members
      1. Provide administrative and technical support.
      2. Facilitate communication and marketing efforts.
      3. Execute initiatives and compile feedback for the committee.
4. Meetings and Communication
   1. Committee Meetings
      1. Virtual meetings held 2 to 4 times annually via Zoom.
      2. Agendas to focus on program progress, feedback, and recommendations.
      B. Volunteer Engagement Meetings
      1. Have at least one open meeting annually to involve members of ASA.
      2. Focus on updates, gathering insights, and fostering collaboration.
5. Reporting and Recommendations
   1. Recommendations to the ASA Board of Directors
      1. Provide actionable suggestions for programs, policies, and initiatives.
      2. Submit reports summarizing committee activities and outcomes.
      B. Feedback Loop
      1. Gather input from members and volunteers for continuous improvement.
6. Accountability and Administration
   1. Ensure alignment with ASA goals and priorities, as the Strategic plan outlines.
      B. Track progress and maintain transparency in communications.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Chairperson (member of ASA Board) – Cory Bollum

ASA Board of Directors Representatives – Tyler Cates, Cary Gilman, John Russell

ASA Members-at-Large – Jeff Byers, Ross Mosteler, Cory Schrag, Andy Scott

Non-ASA Representative – Bryce Schumann