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FIGT Board nominations UPDATE:

FIGT MEMBERS VOTE ON 2025-2027 Slate of Nominees

Dear Members,

We are thrilled to announce the results of the annual nominations process, which began in May of this year. We sought to fill three positions on the FIGT board: President, Membership Director, and a new role, Community Engagement Director. We received applications from a number of highly qualified and experienced candidates, making the selection process both challenging and exciting.

We hereby present the following slate of nominees, which has been approved by the Board of Directors to fill the vacant positions on the FIGT Board:

Flor Garcia - President

Patrick Kadian - Membership Director

Yoshi Hashimoto - Community Engagement Director

Their biographies may be found HERE.

Voting members of FIGT (current members in good standing) have until August 1, 2025 to vote on the slate of nominees. Please check your email for the nominations email and link to the ballot. Contact admin@figt.org with any questions. Happy voting!

We look forward to the positive impact these individuals will bring to our organization and the continued growth and success of FIGT. Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement in our shared mission.

FIGT Board nominations UPDATE:

FIGT MEMBERS VOTE ON 2025-2027 Slate of Nominees

Dear Members,

We are thrilled to announce the results of the annual nominations process, which began in May of this year. We sought to fill three positions on the FIGT board: President, Membership Director, and a new role, Community Engagement Director. We received applications from a number of highly qualified and experienced candidates, making the selection process both challenging and exciting.

We hereby present the following slate of nominees, which has been approved by the Board of Directors to fill the vacant positions on the FIGT Board:

Flor Garcia - President

Patrick Kadian - Membership Director

Yoshi Hashimoto - Community Engagement Director

Their biographies may be found HERE.

Voting members of FIGT (current members in good standing) have until August 1, 2025 to vote on the slate of nominees. Please check your email for the nominations email and link to the ballot. Contact admin@figt.org with any questions. Happy voting!

We look forward to the positive impact these individuals will bring to our organization and the continued growth and success of FIGT. Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement in our shared mission.

FIGT Convenes a Special Global Gathering to Honor its Co-Founder, Ruth Van Reken

Join us from July 25-27, 2025 as we celebrate Ruth Van Reken’s 80th birthday in the vibrant city of Chicago! This special gathering is a chance to honor an incredible woman, strengthen connections, and build new friendships. Reconnect with old friends, meet in person those you’ve only known online, and share meaningful moments together. Let’s laugh, shed joyful tears, and reflect on the incredible global journey that has brought us all together.

Chicago has so much to offer! Whether it’s your first visit or you’re returning, there’s always something exciting to do. Take an architectural tour of the Windy City, snap a picture with "The Bean," savor iconic deep-dish pizza, stroll along Navy Pier, catch a Chicago White Sox game, or uncover the truth behind the Great Chicago Fire. The possibilities are endless!

For more information, click HERE!