2025-2026 MAPMS Committee Summary and Directory
Below you will find a summary of all the current MAPMS Committees. The work of these committees is vital to the continued function of the society. We encourage all members to join a committee listed below. Please click on the committee chair link to send an e-mail and offer your thoughts and ideas. Thanks to all those who volunteer their time to MAPMS.
2026 Time and Place (Indianapolis, Indiana)
Work with meeting planner to find host site for annual conference based upon the rotation of IN-MI-WI-OH-IL, with other states to be considered as required. Committee members: Pete Filpansick, Casey Thompson, Landon Wiet, Amy Kay, Leif Willey, Reid Morehouse
2027 Time and Place (Wisconsin)
Work with meeting planner to find host site for annual conference based upon the rotation of IN-MI-WI-OH-IL, with other states to be considered as required. Committee members: Casey Thompson, Jake Britton, Amy Kay, Landon Wiet
2028 Time and Place (Ohio)
Work with meeting planner to find host site for annual conference based upon the rotation of IN-MI-WI-OH-IL, with other states to be considered as required. Committee members: Leif Willey – Chair, Landon Wiet, Cory Richmond, Casey Thompson, Pete Filpansick, Brian Isaacs, Jacob Meganck
By-Laws
Consider all resolutions and by-laws changes. Present for consideration all petitions with 10 or more signatures of voting members. Committee members: Gregg Zink, Jake Britton, Steve Zulinski
Editorial
Responsible for all society publications. Prepare timely mailings to the membership regarding events for or promoted by the society. Collect and maintain MAPMS archives. Facilitate operations of technology at conference sessions. Committee members: Jacob Meganck, Leif Willey, Paul Conti
Exhibits
Contact potential exhibitors for participation at the annual conference. Facilitate exhibitor space at each conference site. Coordinate judging and presentation of best-exhibit award at the banquet. Committee Members: Cory Richmond-Chair, Gregg Zink, Tim Holt, Landon Wiet, Jacob Meganck
Finance
The finance committee will oversee the investment accounts of the Society including reviewing and monitoring quarterly returns, provide reports to the Board of Directors at the spring and fall Board of Directors meetings, and propose any changes to the investment accounts for approval by majority vote of the Board of Directors. The committee will prepare an annual budget for Board of Directors approval. Committee members: Steve Zulinski-Chair, Michael Hiatt, Pete Filpansick.
Governmental Affairs
Inform the society about existing, pending or needed legislative / regulatory action of interest to the society. Coordinate re-certification credits for the various states in the MAPMS region at the annual conference and any other society functions that may qualify. Committee members: Eddie Heath, Jason Euchner, Steve Zulinski, Michael Hiatt, Matthew Johnson
Internal Audit
Audit all books and fiscal documents of the society prior to the annual meeting. Committee members: Jake Britton, Jacob Meganck, Casey Thompson
2026 Local Arrangements
Provide the board with timely information useful in planning the annual meeting. Plan and coordinate all activities inside and outside the hotel complex, at all official society functions. Inform the program chair of local individual with potential for program speakers. Committee members: Cory Richmond-Chair, Michael Hiatt, Brian Isaacs, Tim Holt
Membership
Work with editorial committee, treasurer and the Board to produce and update the membership directory. Investigate ways of increasing membership in MAPMS. Develop of list of those in the aquatics industry to invite to the conference from the host state. Recommend qualified and duly nominated candidates for Honorary Membership as per MAPMS by-laws. Committee members: Michael Hiatt- Chair, Brian Isaacs, Gregg Zink, Tim Holt, Paul Conti
Nominating
Recommend potential nominees for board positions. Determine if nominees are qualified per MAPMS by-laws and willing to serve if elected. Committee members: Landon Wiet-Chair, Brian Isaacs, Pete Filpansick, Jake Britton.
Past-Presidents Advisory
Develop and maintain the operating manual. Examine the goals of the society and make recommendations to the board as required. Committee members: Landon Wiet-Chair, all MAPMS past-presidents.
Program (2026)
Develop the annual meeting program with the assistance of the Vice President. Work with the local arrangements committee in organizing supplemental seminars or workshops. Work with secretary, treasurer and the board to ensure annual meeting expenses are within established budget. Committee members: Casey Thompson -Chair, the Board of Directors.
Publicity
Responsible for maintenance of the MAPMS exhibit booth. Place advertisements or announcements concerning society meetings and other activities relating to the aquatics industry. Make recommendations concerning the course of actions in matters involving keeping citizens advised of information related to aquatic plant management. Committee members: Paul Conti – Chair, Jacob Meganck, Leif Willey
Silent Auction and Raffle
Arrange Silent auction and scholarship raffle. Solicit donation of items and obtain raffle tickets. Work with program and local arrangements committees to produce successful event at the banquet. Produce thank you letters to all item donators. Committee members: Jake Britton – Chair, Casey Thompson, Landon Wiet, Jacob Meganck, Tim Holt
Sponsorship
Solicit sponsors for annual conference. Ensure that each sponsor is recognized as per conference guidelines. Committee members: Landon Wiet -Chair, Gregg Zink, Jake Britton, Steve Zulinski
Strategic Planning
Implement the strategic plan to ensure the longevity of the society. Research and propose changes to the strategic plan as require. Committee members:Jacob Meganck-Chair , Brian Isaacs, Jake Britton, Tim Holt
Student Affairs
Promote student membership in the society. Facilitate the collection of, judging and awards for student paper contest, poster contest and any MAPMS research grants. Committee members: Dr. Ryan Wersal– Chair, Alex Forsthoefel, Leif Willey, Pete Filpansick, Tim Holt
To read a full description of each committee’s responsibilities please consult the most recent operating manual. 2022 OPERATING MANUAL
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