The United States Deaf Ski & Snowboard Association (USDSSA) is excited to announce the upcoming Board Officer Elections during Deaf Winterfest Breckenridge 2025. This election will determine the next leadership team responsible for guiding USDSSA into the future.
Open Positions
We are electing four officer positions, to serve for three (3) years term:
President: Leads and facilitates board meetings, oversees the organization’s operations, and directs fundraising initiatives to support the mission of the USDSSA.
Vice-President: Assumes the responsibilities of the President in their absence or in the event the position becomes vacant. Additionally, the Vice-President leads outreach efforts and oversees the Membership Program. The Vice President also provides support to the Snow-sport Directors and athletes within the USDSSA.
Secretary: Maintains accurate records of meetings, manages official correspondence, and handles the organization’s social media presence, including engaging with the community through comments and responses.
Treasurer: Oversees the organization’s financial management, including budgeting, collection of dues, and preparation of financial reports. The Treasurer also manages all funds and fundraising activities related to USDSSA athletes.
In a small organization like USDSSA, these roles may overlap, with officers taking the lead on specific projects or committees to ensure the fulfillment of the organization’s objectives.
Election Timeline
Open Ballots: USDSSA Members will receive a direct email link with details to vote:
Start: Wednesday, February 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST
End: Saturday, March 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST
Candidate Submissions: Open immediately until Friday, February 28, 2026, at 10:00 PM MST.
Candidates must be USDSSA General Member (see below for criteria)
Candidates must submit their interest for specific officer positions and may apply for multiple positions.
Additional candidates may submit their candidacy during Deaf Winterfest convection week, and their names will be added to the ballot and informed to general members until the deadline
Final Announcement: Final public announcement will be made on Saturday March 1 in the evening.
How to Apply as a Candidate?
Submit a short summary (up to 300 words) detailing your availability, qualifications, interests, and goals for USDSSA.
Optionally, submit a video presentation (up to 3 minutes) via YouTube link or downloadable file.
Please provide a portrait photo of yourself and include your full name, email address, and text messaging number.
Email your submission to vote@usdssa.org before the deadline.
Voter Candidate & Registration Requirements
To qualify to apply or vote, you must meet all of the following criteria:
USDSSA Member through any of the following:
Purchase an official Deaf Winterfest 2026 event ticket.
Buy a $15 USDSSA Membership directly from our official website.
Qualify as a contributing member under our bylaws (contact us for verification and enrollment).
Deaf individuals with hearing loss (verification may be requested).
Must be 16 years or older, or be associated with a parent/guardian who is already a general member.
Provide your full name and email address for verification.
Voting Process
Voting will be 100% electronic mail ballots via email.
DWF members will receive a special web URL to register and submit their votes.
Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) will be used, and ballots will be managed through RankedVote.co.
All positions will be presented for voting at once, following RCV rules:
Voting will be 100% electronic mail ballots via email.
The candidate with the fewest votes in each round is eliminated.
Votes are transferred to the next ranked choice on the ballot.
A winner is declared once a candidate secures a majority.
Winners will be removed from the pool after selection, and the process will continue for the next position.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Questions? Concerns?
For further quetions or concerns, please contact vote@usdssa.org.
The USDSSA Election Committee is organized and overseen by Jason Yeh, Jeff Pollock, and Dwight Benedict.
We encourage all members to participate and help shape the future of USDSSA!