Representatives of IDPF Members may self-nominate by posting an announcement to Michael Smith at msmith@idpf.org. The announcements typically include candidate statements on reasons for running for the position, brief biographies and general vision ideas for the IDPF. The nominations will be posted to all IDPF members after eligibility has been verified and posted to the IDPF website.

Being a Board member of the IDPF requires a commitment in terms of responsibility and time.  The Board currently meets twice a month in a teleconference call and usually meets once a year in a face to face meeting.  Time commitment costs and expenses are not reimbursed.  Board members should be leaders in their companies or organizations and, importantly, should have a clear understanding of the digital publishing/ebook industries as well as related technologies.  Board members are closely involved in the specification output process so knowledge of adopted technologies is essential.

After the nomination period, the election for the Board of Director positions will be held by remote vote (email vote) beginning on Monday November 17^th and will end on Monday November 24^th at 2400 eastern.

Election results will be announced on November 25, 2008.