Michigan ACE is led by an active working board that leads the following committees for the network.  These committees include a diverse group of network members from across the state to carry out the IDEALS of the network. 

Marketing and Communications Committee. The Marketing and Communications Committee supports the Network’s brand, visibility, and member engagement through communications that promote the Network, its mission, programs, events, initiatives, and members.The Conference Committee. The Conference Committee plans, implements, produces, and evaluates the annual conference of the Network within the budget and programmatic parameters established in collaboration with the Board.

The Distinguished Woman in Higher Education Leadership Award Committee. The Distinguished Woman in Higher Education Leadership Award Committee oversees the nomination and selection process for the Network’s annual award and coordinates recognition of individuals whose leadership, innovations, and achievements advance women in higher education.

The Finance Committee. The Finance Committee assists the State Chair and Treasurer in developing and monitoring the Network’s annual budget and financial health. The Committee reviews and proposes financial policies and procedures and supports efforts to sustain and strengthen the Network’s financial resources.

The Institutional Representative Committee. The Institutional Representative (IR) Committee, composed of all IRs, is committed to the IDEALS that advance the mission of supporting women in higher education. The committee fosters effective network engagement across local member institutions by providing and making available professional development opportunities, continuous communication, strategi resources and support for mission-based advocacy initiatives.

The Membership Committee.

The Membership Committee develops and supports strategies to recruit, engage, and retain Michigan higher education institutions as Network members, while cultivating and sustaining individual and affiliate membership. The Committee maintains accurate membership records and data and supports efforts to strengthen and sustain the Network’s membership base.

The Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee identifies and recommends qualified candidates for election to the Network Board and, in collaboration with the State Chair, develops a slate of qualified nominees for Board consideration. The Committee Chair assists in the identification of candidates for Emerita recognition and monitors the Board composition and engagement of Emerita members. The Committee also supports the periodic assessment of Board effectiveness and climate.

The Professional Development Committee.

The Professional Development Committee identifies and promotes professional development opportunities for women in Michigan higher education. The Committee oversees the screening and selection of recipients for scholarship and grant opportunities offered by the Network.

The Public Policy Committee. The Public Policy Committee, with Board approval, advances public policy initiatives that support women in higher education and foster women’s participation in the public sector and political process. The Committee recommends priority public policy issues for Board consideration, supports related educational, research, and engagement activities, and recognizes individuals who demonstrate leadership in public policy.

The Women of Color Collaborative Committee.The Women of Color Collaborative Committee provides opportunities for women of color in Michigan higher education to connect, develop professionally and as leaders, and support one another. The Committee promotes mentorship, advocacy, and leadership development and works to strengthen the participation and advancement of women of color within the Network and Michigan’s higher education institutions.

The Young Women, Strong Leaders Committee. The Young Women, Strong Leaders Committee supports the leadership development of college women by providing opportunities to learn leadership strategies and explore professional pathways through connection with women leaders across Michigan and diverse fields. 

The Senior-Level Leadership Committee. The Senior-Level Leadership Committee oversees and facilitates the Network’s Senior-Level Leadership Shadow Program, an initiative designed to support women in Michigan higher education who aspire to senior-level leadership roles. Through ongoing engagement, monthly mentee meetings, and personalized shadowing experiences, the Committee creates opportunities for participants to learn from experienced leaders, gain diverse institutional perspectives, and strengthen the knowledge and skills needed for advancement.

Advancement Committee. The Advancement committee plays a critical role in ensuring the financial sustainability of MI-ACE Women’s Network, by identifying prospects, cultivating relationships, soliciting donations, and recognizing sponsors.