COMMITTEE DESCRIPTIONS

AUDIT COMMITTEE
Born out of the DHI Strategic Plan and Governance Policies, the job of the Audit Committee is to: 1) receive the audit report for submission to the Board; 2) be available to receive reports of fraud or financial misconduct from anyone in the organization; 3) independently oversee the financial activities as set out in the governance policies of the Association; and 4) select a public accounting firm to annually audit the financial books and records of the Association and to receive a copy of the audited statement.

AWARDS COMMITTEE
The DHI Awards Committee plays an important role by determining who should be honored within our industry. Many individuals give of themselves tirelessly to our organization and industry, and it is important that they be duly recognized and honored, and more importantly, thanked for their efforts. This committee processes nominations for the various awards and makes those selections. (View a list of past recipients.)

BOARD OF CERTIFICATION NOMINATING COMMITTEE

BOARD OF GOVERNORS NOMINATING COMMITTEE
The Nominating Committee was formulated as a direct result of DHI's Strategic Plan and purpose to be member driven. The electoral process of the Institute enables the members to have direct input regarding the selection of leaders of the Institute. This committee must have vision for the organization and is responsible for selecting the future slate of leaders for DHI who can address the opportunities and threats facing the industry today and into tomorrow.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE
(Merged: Chapter Task Force and Chapter Structure Task Force)
The purpose of the Chapter Leadership Committee (CLC) is to develop tools for use by DHI's chapters in the areas of leadership, communication and education. The Chapter Task Force has determined that strength in these areas is the basis for a healthy chapter. The CLC is a permanent committee charged with working with staff and local leadership to develop tools necessary to assure viability of DHI chapters and to keep pace with constantly changing technology.

CODE TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

CONFERENCE AND EXPOSITION COUNCIL (Formerly Exhibitor Advisory Council)
Addresses specific concerns pertaining to the annual tradeshow, such as the selection of future locations and major activities and programs held during the show. Through discussion with DHI's Director of Meetings and Conventions, this committee helps to ensure that each year's convention meets the needs of both the exhibiting companies and the convention attendees.

CONFERENCE HOST COMMITTEE

DISTINGUISHED CONSULTANT SELECTION AND EVALUATION COMMITTEE
Performs the review process and ultimate selection of future Distinguished Architectural Hardware Consultants (DAHC) and Distinguished Certified Door Consultants (DCDC) recipients.

EDITORIAL BOARD
Work closely with DHI's Director of Publications to determine the content and direction of Doors and Hardware magazine and also to determine the winners of the Ryan Award for best business and technical articles.

EDUCATION COUNCIL TASK FORCE

EDUCATON COUNCIL

FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee is a standing committee consisting of the elected officers and one additional board member appointed by the President. DHI's Executive Director serves on this committee in an ex-officio capacity. The Finance Committee is responsible for the review of annual budgets to ensure their conformity to the DHI Strategic Plan and also serves as the compensation committee.

FOUNDATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF LIFE SAFETY AND SECURITY-LIAISON TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES

JOINT METAL/WOOD DOOR HARDWARE STANDARDS
This committee's work is important to the continued success of the Institute. It is this group that must have a vision for the organization and be able to assist in the development of product standards that directly affect the architectural openings industry.

NFPA 80 LIAISON

NFPA 101 LIAISON

OFFICERS NOMINATING COMMITTEE

STRATEGIC ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Strategic Advisory Council reviews DHI's Strategic Plan to ensure that it continues to address the needs and concerns of our industry. Members serve for staggered three-year terms. This committee keeps the Institute poised to meet the challenges of the future and to keep our industry successful.