Both short-term and standing committees are the center of action in the Chapter. In this day and age of fast-paced living and crowded schedules, people need bite-sized tasks and short-term projects to feel ready to volunteer. So, in addition to the traditional committees described below, the chapter board identified a list of 10 ways to help the chapter. The board hopes this will make volunteering simpler and more appealing to busy members. Those interested in working on a committee or any of the work on the list should contact the Chapter office at 630-980-4740 or via email at info@amta-il.org

Education Committee Education Committee makes recommendations to the Chapter Board of Directors for presenters at education events, recruiting and communicating with potential education presenters, and ensuring that all educational presenters and events meet a high standard.
(Interim Chair Mike Hovi)

Government Relations Committee advances  the interests of the massage profession in the area of government regulation. This committee may work with other massage and bodywork associations or groups, massage schools and training programs, state agencies and departments, lobbyists, and local governments.
(Chair vacant)

Membership Development Committee works to attract and retain members. This committee also focuses on volunteer development and growth, cultivating future Chapter and National leaders. (Chair Angela Palmier)

Communications Committee oversees the Chapter’s “public face” as well as its internal communication. This committee’s work includes the quarterly newsletter, the web site, media relations, outreach to non-members (such as massage school owners/program directors, communities), and assuring consistency in communication with members. (Chair vacant; Newsletter Editor Pat Benjamin)

Outreach Initiative The Chapter Outreach Team coordinates volunteer members providing chair massage at public events under the banner of the AMTA-IL. The goal is to educate the public about the benefits of massage therapy and to increase the visibility of the massage therapy profession in a positive way. (Chair Denise Kozel)

Awards Committee ensures members are recognized for their dedication and tireless support of the Chapter programs. This committee coordinates the annual nominations process for awards and selection of recipients.
(Chair Pat Benjamin)

Conference Committee plans and implements a designated Chapter conference.  A conference is a one or more day long event designated as such by the Chapter Board and may include, but not limited to, one or more of the following:  continuing education, meals, entertainment, exhibitors, board of directors meeting.  Currently, the chapter holds two conferences: Illinois State Conference & Annual Meeting (spring) and Heartland Conference (fall).  (Chair Becky Schwoebel)