Committees

MDEMA Committees

The following committees, along with elected leadership, comprise the structure of the Maryland Emergency Management Association.  

BYLAWS COMMITTEE

This committee reviews existing bylaws and addresses concerns, proposes changes, and oversees the change process.

CHAIR: 
Michaela Salem Seabrease

LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

This committee monitors legislation at the state and federal level to report out potential impacts for Emergency Managers in the state of Maryland.

CHAIRS:
Chris Meyd & Netta Squires

MDPEMP COMMITTEE

This group oversees the approval process of those applying for the Maryland Professional Emergency Management Program (MDPEMP) Certification.

CHAIR:
Michelle Lloyd

NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE

This group oversees the nomination and election process at the annual symposium where all elected offices are voted upon.

CHAIR:
Alex Cardella

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE

This committee works to review, evaluate, and vote on which scholarship applications are approved.

CHAIR: 
Kara Buckmaster

SYMPOSIUM COMMITTEE 

This group oversees several sub-committees that are responsible for all facets of planning our Annual Emergency Management and Homeland Security Symposium.

CHAIRS: 
Kristin Dietz & Jo Fogell

MARKETING COMMITTEE 

This group oversees strategies to promote the association’s mission, events, and initiatives, ensuring effective outreach and engagement with the community.

CHAIRS: 
Wyatt Peters & Jerred Johnson

AUDIT COMMITTEE 

This group oversees the organization’s financial processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with all regulatory standards.

CHAIRS: 
Patrick Fleming & Michaela Salem Seabrease

AWARDS COMMITTEE 

This group manages the nomination and selection process for recognizing outstanding achievements and contributions within the field, such as Emergency Manager of the Year and Projects of the Year.

CHAIRS: 
Jon Caudle & Todd Tracey