On the Board: From the Chair

The first chapter head meetup, as announced in my previous blog post, was very successful with 30 chapter heads present from around the country.

I'm excited to announce the next chapter head meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 8:30pm EST. Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/99135264740?pwd=bVpwZ2FoYmpYUnFYRTBJQ2V1Q2tFdz09

We've got a packed agenda, with many items to discuss, and updates from both me and Gurujeet:

• Chapter Head Communication Tools Update: Progress and next steps on improving how we stay connected and share ideas.
• Fast Game Ratings: Discuss the possibility of a separate rating system for games too fast to be included in the standard rating system. Take the survey here: https://usgo.org/content.aspx?page_id=331&club_id=454497&item_id=36214
• Clocks Update: Status of the new clock order.
• Raising Dues and Adjusting Membership Options: Discussion on increasing membership dues and removal of the tournament pass.
• Volunteer Opportunities: Exploring open positions and how to encourage more volunteers to step forward.
• Congress Update:
• 2025: Updates on the planning process.
• 2026: Anticipating Boston. Thoughts on having the Congress overlap with Saturday, July 4, 2026?
• Major Tournament Support: Discussion on how the AGA can better support organizers of large tournaments.
• Open Discussion: An opportunity for attendees to share updates, challenges, and ideas from their chapters.

This informal and collaborative gathering is open to all chapter leaders, organizers, and volunteers. Your insights and contributions are invaluable to shaping the future of the AGA.

Feel free to contact me if you’d like to suggest additional agenda items. Let’s make this another productive and inspiring discussion!

Much gratitude to everyone who participated in the October meetup, and special thanks to David Kahn,

and the MGA for hosting us.

Looking forward to seeing you there!