The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) is currently accepting applications on a rolling basis to serve on our committees, subcommittees, advisory boards and task forces. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about the future of USHBC, and wants to take a role in supporting the organization’s vision to empower the industry to make blueberries the world’s favorite fruit.  Does this sound like you or someone you know? 

People of all backgrounds and industry experience are encouraged to apply. 
 
Considerations

USHBC is seeking industry professionals who are interested in sharing their particular experience, expertise and perspective in a collaborative environment to achieve specific USHBC goals and priorities. Every effort will be made to match an individual’s experience and interests to available positions, and to provide an opportunity to contribute to USHBC and the industry through meaningful work in order to grow professionally and build relationships within the industry. Individuals are expected to attend all meetings of the committee assigned, actively participate and prepare for discussion.

Service on committees, subcommittees, advisory boards and task forces is without compensation, except for travel and accommodation costs related to in-person meeting duties. All positions are equal opportunity and are open to all regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability.

All appointments are made by the chair of the USHBC.

Application
To apply, fill out the form below.
PART ONE: Applicant Information

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* 1. First Name:

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* 2. Last Name:

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* 3. Company Position:

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* 4. Company:

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* 5. Production Region:

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* 6. Phone:

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* 7. Email:

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* 8. Type of Business: (choose one)

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* 9. I am applying for the following USHBC volunteer opportunities: If you are applying for multiple positions, please make sure to rank them in order of preference (1 being most desired).

  Do you want to serve? Rank this opportunity:
Promotion Committee
Industry Engagement Committee
Finance Committee
Health Research Advisory Board
Global Business Advisory Board
Retail Subcommittee
Foodservice Subcommittee
BerrySmart Technology Task Force
BerrySmart Sustainability Task Force
BerrySmart Food Safety Task Force
PART TWO: Qualifications
Experience and Expertise

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* 10. How many years have you been involved in the blueberry industry?

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* 11. What positions have you held in the industry?

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* 12. In what areas of the industry do you have concentrated experience or expertise?

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* 13. What skills or qualities do you possess that will benefit USHBC and the work of the specific group(s) you are applying for?

Engagement

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* 14. List any current or previous volunteer positions you have held within USHBC and the year(s) you held those positions.

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* 15. List any other industry organizations you are a member of and positions held.

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* 16. List any current or previous positions you have held in any other organization (e.g., chamber, council, community nonprofit, etc.).

Interests and Goals

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* 17. What interests you about the work of the committee(s) you are applying for?

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* 18. In what ways do you believe you can contribute to the work of the committee(s) you are applying for?

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* 19. In what ways do you hope this experience can help you grow personally or professionally and/or further your interests or goals in the industry?

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* 20. What has been one of the most important accomplishments of USHBC over the past several years?

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* 21. What is one of the most important goals you think USHBC should strive to achieve over the next several years?

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* 22. Share any other information you believe may help to determine your focus and qualifications for the position(s) for which you are applying.

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