Guiding the success of CLARB
By sharing expert insights, reviewing key strategies and supporting member development, this committee helps ensure our organization stays responsive, innovative and deeply connected to our member boards’ needs.
About
The Member Board Executives (MBE) Committee provides board executive input to CLARB's goals, strategy and work by reviewing and providing feedback on key projects. In addition to supporting staff in the development of member events and the annual meeting, the committee also provides critical input into CLARB’s initiatives. Their collaborative approach ensures we're always moving forward, identifying opportunities to strengthen our community and advance our collective goals.
Responsibilities
- Identify opportunities to engage and build community within the MBE network
- Partner with staff to identify opportunities to educate and develop members on relevant and timely issues
- Provide input on proposed changes to standards, policies and procedures
- Partner with staff to develop, refine and validate themes, topics, formats and content for member events
Volunteer opportunities
If you’re interested in joining the MBE Committee, please apply by September 5 for terms that begin October 1, 2025.
Positions
Recruitment & elections
June
Call for nominations
July
Committee review
August
Appointments made
September
New members announced
October
Terms begin for newly-appointed members, chair
Members
“I am really enjoying my service on CLARB’s MBE Committee. CLARB values its volunteers, and gives them substantive issues to work on. I feel like the work we do is meaningful and I appreciate being able to give back to CLARB. Its also a great opportunity to get to know other MBES and learn more about how their programs operate.”
Laura Zuniga
Executive Officer, California Architects Board
Lance Brenton
Executive Director, Texas Board of Architectural Examiners
“I have so enjoyed my time on the CLARB MBE committee. It has been rare opportunity for an MBE to have a real impact on landscape architecture regulation, as the committee’s opinion and input in sought on a variety of CLARB matters. The CLARB culture is so inclusive that all opinions and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. I cannot think of a more thoughtful, innovative, and FUN team to be a part of!”
Shannon Himes
Executive Director, Ohio Landscape Architects Board
Member Relations and Advocacy Manager