How to Run for the Wisconsin HOSA

Executive Council

State Officer Candidate

Interest Session

Welcome!

Please feel free to ask questions in the chat or by un-muting your mic throughout the presentation!

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Natallia Huusko-Kumar

President

Rida Sudheer

Secretary

State Officer Positions

• 8 positions on the Executive Council
• All positions support events and conferences
• A few specific roles, but mostly fluid
• Don’t run for a specific position, rank your choices when you apply
• Be committed to the process and the position, if elected (part-time job)
• Candidacy process prepares you for the rigor of the role

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Think: How would this position highlight my strengths?

President

• Leads the State Officer Team; supports officers to be engaged, active participants
• Creates State Officer and business meeting agendas
• Serves as co-president and co-chair of the Board of Directors Executive Committee
• Monitors goals and completes mid-annual and annual evaluation metrics for Plan of Action reports
• Manages State Officer Team project management task lists
• Writes State Officer article for quarterly Wisconsin HOSA newsletters
• Regional Representative and Ambassador program

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Traits: Passion for leadership, able to think big picture and be detail oriented, likes to organize and plan, good at delegation and making decisions, positive attitude and manages deadlines

Vice President

• Assume the role of President/assist President if elected President is not able to perform duties
• Attends Board of Directors meetings
• Leads State Officer and Board meeting team connection activities
• Assists VP of Post-Secondary with note-taking at Board of Directors meetings
• Regional Representative and Ambassador Program

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Traits: Passion for leadership, able to think big picture and be detail oriented, likes to organize and plan, motivator

Secretary

• Member of the Social Media Team
• assigned non-HOSA content and video content
• Completes note-taking for State Officer Team meetings and the Annual Business Meeting
• Co-writes one article to the HOSA-HFP Magazine
• Regional Representative and Ambassador Program

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Traits: Detail oriented, very organized, fast typer, good writing skills, has skills with social media and creating engaging content

Vice President of Public Relations

• Leads the Social Media Team (assigned HOSA content)
• Manages Social Media scheduling
• Co-writes one article to the HOSA-FHP Magazine
• Regional Representative and Ambassador Program

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Traits: Creative, detailed orientated, has an eye and skill for design/layout, good at technology and social media, great communicator, good proofer, strong writing skills

Vice President of Membership

• Member of the Social Media Team (assigned chapter/member highlights content, account DMs management and follower engagement by commenting, liking, and resharing)
• Leads and implements HOSA membership growth and connection strategic activities; assists VP of Service with member engagement
• Regional Representative and Ambassador Program

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Traits: Conversational, passionate and not afraid to reach out to new people, outgoing, organized, energetic, can effectively monitor and engage on social media (likes, shares, posts, comments, follow, etc.) and a good communicator.

Vice President of Service Projects

• Promotes HOSA-FHP and Wisconsin HOSA service programs, recognition events, etc. (sharing via website, social media)
• Leads the Wisconsin State Service Project and HOSA Cares
• Regional Representative and Ambassador Program

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Traits: Compassionate, creative, good at planning activities, passion for service to others, organized, good written communication, advocacy

VP of Post-Secondary Divisions

• Attends and does note-taking for Board of Directors meetings
• Leads all Post-secondary/Collegiate programming (college visits, FLC, SLC)
• Statewide Representative and Ambassador Program

Traits: Strong communicator, passion for leadership and building HOSA at PS/C level, able to address needs and interests of this division, able to work through challenges, likes to organize and plan, motivator

Middle School Liaison

• Leads all Middle School programming (WLA, FLC, SLC)
• Statewide representative and Ambassador Program

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Traits: Strong communicator, outgoing, organized, advocacy skills, passion for leadership and building HOSA at middle school level

Candidacy Timeline

Candidate Code of Ethics

• I will present myself, my chapter, my school, and the Wisconsin HOSA State Association with the utmost professionalism and respect throughout my candidacy process.
• The preparation work of my candidacy will be completed by me and only me, and I will follow all instructions and rules of the candidacy process.
• I understand that I am NOT allowed to campaign before or during the candidacy process.

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• Each of the following six steps are evaluated and scored by the Voting Delegates and/or the Selection Committee
• All six scores are then aggregated and the six highest scoring candidates are slated into positions on the Executive Council
• Positions are determined by overall score, office preference, and qualifications

The Six Steps to Becoming

a State Officer Candidate

The Written Application

• Linked in the ‘Process and Forms’ on website
• Includes three components
• Application Essay Question
• 1 question, 500 words maximum
• State Officer Candidate Approval Agreement
• Signatures from candidate, parent, advisor, and school administrator
• State Officer Code of Conduct
• Signatures from candidate, parent, and advisor
• Due on January 15th, 2026
• Application Form closes at 5:00 PM, late submissions not accepted
• Signed forms must be submitted by 5:00 PM to contactus@wihosa.org

**PLAN AHEAD, DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTES TO SUBMIT!

The Exam

• 50 question, timed, multiple choice exam and 2 essay questions on Wisconsin HOSA, International HOSA, and Parliamentary Procedure
• Taken on February 4-6th 2026 at school with a proctor
• If there are more than 15 candidates, the Candidate Exam will be used as a prerequisite with a passing score of 80% or higher to advance to the next phase

The Video

• Two-minute maximum video to showcase YOU!
• Will be posted on wihosa.org and reviewed by Voting Delegates prior to SLC
• Due on February 25, 2025
• Be creative - how will you

set yourself apart?

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You can also watch the International HOSA Officer videos, all posted on Youtube

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The Meet the Candidate Session Speech

• Candidates deliver a two minute speech.
• Scored by voting delegates
• VIA Zoom: March 15th, 2026 @ 7:00pm
• Make sure your Zoom is all up to date!

The Interview

• Scheduled after 4:00 PM on March 25, 2026
• 15 minutes
• Approximately 7-8 Questions
• Interviewers
• State Advisor
• State Director
• Two Chapter Advisors
• Two State Officers
• State Officer Coach

Summary

1. Written Application
2. Exam
3. Video
4. Meet the Candidate Session Speech
5. Interview

*Link to this presentation will be put in the chat! Feel free to copy it so you are able to have it for future reference

Five opportunities to show that you are a great fit for Wisconsin HOSA Executive Council!

Also, check out the Wisconsin HOSA State Officer Candidacy page for more details

Tips

• Make the decision to commit
• Holding a position on the Executive Council is a like a part-time job and requires full commitment. Your decision to apply means that you will make a prospective position on the Executive Council your priority.
• Begin your application process early
• Do NOT wait until the last minute to begin your application
• Demonstrate interest in the opportunity
• Attend Wisconsin HOSA Events
• Play an active role in your Chapter
• Participate in Wisconsin HOSA affiliated activities/initiatives
• Interact on social media handles
• Stay in communication with State Officers (make your name known!)

Tips

• Be genuine
• Positions on the Executive Council are fluid and do not associate with a specific personality or idiosyncrasy of a State Officer
• Take advantage of the opportunities you have to showcase your personality (video, meet the candidates session, and interview)
• Be proud of your decision to run and make the best of your candidacy process
• Regardless of the outcome, the process of becoming a State Officer is extremely rigorous; be proud of your accomplishments along the journey.
• Connect with fellow candidates
• Create a group chat with your fellow candidates! Who knows, they may end up being your teammate.

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Any Questions?

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Emails:

contactus@wihosa.org

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Thank you for attending this session!

Best wishes in your candidacy process!