Achievement Awards Task Force
Description:
This task force is responsible for administration and selection of the Society’s member achievement awards including the deNavarre Medal Award; Robert A. Kramer Lifetime Service; SCC Merit Award; and Florence Wall Women in Cosmetic Chemistry Award.
Low-Medium
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Low-Medium - Several virtual meetings throughout the year
Audit & Finance Committee
Description:
This committee provides oversight of financial reporting; audit results; internal accounting controls; tax filings; and investment strategies of the organization.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Medium - Quarterly virtual meetings
Committee on Scientific Affairs
Description:
This committee develops the scientific program for the annual meeting, including submitted abstract review and judging; recommends invited speakers/topics; judges student posters; and reviews/scores sessions and published Journal articles for various awards consideration.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
High - Frequent virtual meetings throughout the year
Conduct & Disciplinary Action Task Force
Description:
This task force convenes only as needed to review formal complaints charged against members; investigate facts and respond to complaints against SCC members who have allegedly violated the Society’s Bylaws, Policies and Procedures, or Code of Ethics; and recommend appropriate course(s) of action.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Low - Virtual meetings as needed
Education Advisory Committee
Description:
This committee provides oversight of education activities of the Society; reviews and revises CEP course materials, as needed; recommends speakers, topics, and programs for inclusion in the education portfolio; and monitors latest trends/information regarding cosmetic science developments.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Medium-High - Monthly virtual meetings throughout the year
Diversity & Inclusion Insights Committee
Description:
This committee develops and recommends strategies, programs, plans, resources, and courses of action to positively impact D&I within the society and the industry that we serve; includes oversight of the Madam CJ Walker Scholarship program and its selection committee.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Medium - Monthly virtual meetings throughout the year
Governance Task Force
Description:
This task force convenes as needed to discuss and recommend changes to the policies and procedures, Bylaws, and Code of Ethics of the Society; reviews proposed changes to Chapter Bylaws; and recommends changes to Board consideration.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Low-Medium - Several virtual meetings as needed
Marketing Committee
Description:
This committee develops and recommends strategies, campaigns, and target groups to positively impact the awareness of SCC and value of membership engagement/participation.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Medium - Quarterly virtual meetings
Membership & Chapter Affairs Committee
Description:
This committee considers changes to membership and chapter-related policies; interprets existing directives/policies; focuses on membership retention, engagement & growth; and identifies areas where new chapters may be viable.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Medium - Quarterly virtual meetings
NextGen Advisory Group
Description:
This advisory group provides direction to and oversight of the NextGen activities of the Society; recommends programs and resources to engage the next generation of cosmetic chemists; and focuses on the education, mentoring, and networking needs of students and early careerists.
Time Commitment/Level of Engagement:
Medium - Quarterly virtual meetings