Summary: Knowledge Advisors are big thinkers who bring an entrepreneurial, visionary mindset to the development of "hot themes" — those overarching, critical concepts — that can be explored and developed into programming deliverables by ILTA's Program Planning Council. Their creative process is unconstrained and fluid, and they are one of many resources to inform the development of ILTA's deliverables.
Term: One year from start date, renewable subject to approval
Compensation: ILTA volunteer leaders do not receive compensation for their services but may be reimbursed for expenses.
Responsibilities:
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Provide visionary ideas to support and inform the Program Planning Council
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Serve as a resource in honing ideas proposed by others
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Potentially meet once annually in person
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Meet by phone as needed (most likely four times per year)
Qualifications for Service:
Objective Criteria:
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Current or past employment in a high-level, strategic role
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Demonstrated ability to contribute visionary ideas
Subjective Criteria:
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Professional demeanor
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Solid reputation as a thought leader
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Respect for protocol and history of the organization
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Ability to put aside personal objectives
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Ability to provide visionary programming direction
Desired Skills:
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Strong capabilities for strategic/generative thinking
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Entrepreneurial mindset
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Business acumen
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Global mindset
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Energetic idea producer