WHY I'M RUNNING
A strong union is built on the unity of the membership, which, in large part, is centered on the trust of those elected to serve. My motivation for running for General Secretary Treasurer (GST) is to improve communication between locals, districts and the GST's office. This coordination will ensure that the GST's Office is responsive to the needs of IAM rank and file members and make sure that all IAM members are treated equally and with respect and fairness. I will ensure that every local and district safeguards members’ dues and those that do not will be held to account equally.
I applaud International President Martinez' vision and the territorial General Vice President's efforts to put more resources into locals and districts. However, we have not seen this same commitment from the current GST. This will change if I am elected as IAM GST.
I am a loyal and committed 28 year IAM member and I currently serve as IAM District 142 Secretary-Treasurer, one of the largest and most storied IAM districts. I have served in this role for six years. Prior to that, I was the Secretary Treasurer for Local Lodge 1635 in Albuquerque, NM for 10 years. I ran for that position due to the previous Secretary Treasurer not fulfilling the duties of the position. I worked diligently to help restore the health of my local and we achieved that goal. Ensuring the viability of my local and then carrying that focus forward into my current position as District 142 Secretary Treasurer, I know I have the necessary experience and knowledge to safeguard the fiscal health of the IAM into the future.
Through my experience as a financial officer on the local and district level, I have been able to develop positive relationships with many in the GST’s office and would continue to build those relationships. I understand the need for strong leadership to the support the staff so they can support the membership.
I have served as a steward, an educator, worked on organizing campaigns and I also was elected to the Law Committee for the 2020 Grand Lodge Convention, which will be held at a date to be determined. I have a clear understanding of the pressures on the membership and those in the organization who defend them and our contracts, bylaws and constitution.
I am a strong woman who strongly believes that union representatives must serve the membership with honor and integrity, and fulfill the solemn duty to safeguard the interests of IAM members. I firmly believe that I, with your trust and help, can ensure the integrity of the IAM GST’s office. I have the necessary experience and toughness to ensure that our great union is financially sound for the future and that IAM members receive the best union representation that we all deserve.
On April 24, 2021, please VOTE YES for Ian Anderman and together let’s restore integrity back to the Office of the IAM General Secretary Treasurer.
I applaud International President Martinez' vision and the territorial General Vice President's efforts to put more resources into locals and districts. However, we have not seen this same commitment from the current GST. This will change if I am elected as IAM GST.
I am a loyal and committed 28 year IAM member and I currently serve as IAM District 142 Secretary-Treasurer, one of the largest and most storied IAM districts. I have served in this role for six years. Prior to that, I was the Secretary Treasurer for Local Lodge 1635 in Albuquerque, NM for 10 years. I ran for that position due to the previous Secretary Treasurer not fulfilling the duties of the position. I worked diligently to help restore the health of my local and we achieved that goal. Ensuring the viability of my local and then carrying that focus forward into my current position as District 142 Secretary Treasurer, I know I have the necessary experience and knowledge to safeguard the fiscal health of the IAM into the future.
Through my experience as a financial officer on the local and district level, I have been able to develop positive relationships with many in the GST’s office and would continue to build those relationships. I understand the need for strong leadership to the support the staff so they can support the membership.
I have served as a steward, an educator, worked on organizing campaigns and I also was elected to the Law Committee for the 2020 Grand Lodge Convention, which will be held at a date to be determined. I have a clear understanding of the pressures on the membership and those in the organization who defend them and our contracts, bylaws and constitution.
I am a strong woman who strongly believes that union representatives must serve the membership with honor and integrity, and fulfill the solemn duty to safeguard the interests of IAM members. I firmly believe that I, with your trust and help, can ensure the integrity of the IAM GST’s office. I have the necessary experience and toughness to ensure that our great union is financially sound for the future and that IAM members receive the best union representation that we all deserve.
On April 24, 2021, please VOTE YES for Ian Anderman and together let’s restore integrity back to the Office of the IAM General Secretary Treasurer.