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Magento Association Board Elections 2024: Your Guide to the Election Timeline

The Magento Association is thrilled to announce the upcoming Board Elections, an essential process that will bring two new members onto the Board of Directors. These elections are not just about filling seats—they are about shaping the future of Magento Open Source and ensuring that the community continues to thrive. Your participation, whether as a candidate or a voter, is key to this process.

As highlighted in our previous blog post, the election will follow two tracks—a direct election and a slate election—to ensure diverse and effective leadership for the Magento Association. Both tracks provide opportunities for community members to contribute directly to the direction and governance of our organization. The Magento Association’s Board of Directors plays a crucial role in guiding the community, making this election a defining moment for Magento Open Source.

Whether you have a vision for Magento’s future or want to support someone who does, now is the time to step forward.

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Election Timeline: Key Dates to Remember

Here is the detailed timeline for the 2024 Board Election process, guiding you through when and how to get involved:

October 1 – October 16, 2024: Call for Candidate Nominations
The nomination process will open on October 1 for both the direct election track and the slate election track. During this period, community members can submit their applications to be considered for a seat on the Board of Directors

End of October, 2024: MA Election Committee Review
After the nomination window closes, the Magento Association Election Committee will carefully review all applications to ensure that candidates meet the necessary qualifications and represent the values of the community

Mid-November, 2024: Direct Voting
Starting late October, Magento Association members will have the opportunity to cast their votes in the direct election track, which will elect one individual to the Board of Directors. Voting will remain open until November

November, 2024: Slate Shortlist
Simultaneously, the Election Committee will develop a shortlist for the slate election track, ensuring a well-rounded candidate selection to fill the second seat on the Board

November, 2024: Slate Interviews
The Election Committee will conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates to evaluate their fit for the Board and their ability to contribute to the Magento Association’s vision

Late November, 2024: Slate Decision
The Election Committee will make a final decision on the slate candidate by the end of November

December, 2024: Public Announcement of Board Members
After the Board’s approval, the newly elected members—one from the direct election and one from the slate process—will be announced to the community. The newly elected Board members will begin their terms

Thank You for Supporting the Magento Community

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who step forward to participate in the nomination process. Whether you are running for a seat or supporting others, your involvement is crucial. These elections mark the beginning of a new chapter for Magento Open Source, and we are excited to embark on this journey together.

By electing strong, dedicated leaders, we will ensure that our community continues to grow, evolve, and succeed. This is a time for all of us to come together, support one another, and shape the future of Magento Open Source. With your help, we will continue to move forward—stronger, more united, and ready for the future.

Thank you for being a part of this journey. Together, we are building the future of Magento.