Which levels of ASHRAE experience does the candidate cite?

• A. Chapter, region, society, and technical
• B. Only chapter level
• C. Only regional leadership
• D. Only society-level governance

Answer: (A)

Citing experience across all four levels—chapter, region, society, and technical—best shows readiness for a treasurer role because it demonstrates financial stewardship and governance at every scale within ASHRAE.

Chapter-level experience covers the nuts and bolts of budgeting for programs, events, and operations, giving you practical, day-to-day financial insight and a strong sense of accountability. Region-level involvement expands that view to multiple chapters, requiring coordination, regional budgeting, audits, and consistent control practices across a broader portfolio. Society-level exposure brings governance at the national level, including policy alignment, risk management, longer-term financial planning, and compliance with organizational standards. Technical-level participation, through technical committees or standards work, shows how funds support high-impact programs, research, and member services, and demonstrates the ability to allocate resources to advancing ASHRAE’s technical mission.

Together, this breadth indicates you can oversee the organization’s finances comprehensively, not just in a local or narrow context. Focusing on a single level would miss the broader financial governance perspective needed for the treasurer role.