Current Pedorthics | July-August 2019 | Vol.51, Issue 4 | Page 32

MEMBERSPOTLIGHT I was greeted by other pedorthists and a collection of other professionals. It seemed they were all working towards a common goal to promote our profession, my profession, Pedorthics. I found that the PFA was an organization that championed their members by providing the resources, bonding members together as they advocated for their peers and shared their chal- lenges and triumphs with one another. They all were informed about our industry and had that competitive advantage in our world. W anting to be more than just a member, I want- ed to join the Board of Directors and volunteer my time. It was hectic and hard to do, but I wanted to help make a difference in Pedorthics. I wanted to become an active part of informing our Members about their industry. I found out after becoming a Board Member that all the Board of Directors lead busy pro- fessional lives and they were very committed to discov- ering and sharing industry trends, watchdogging new legislative rulings, and promoting advancements in technology and the Association as a whole. And each of them, like me, gave up our personal time to do so. The PFA is a unique organization allowing you to network with your peers, mentors and other industry leaders. You have the option to attend webinars, use online “Wanting to be more than a member... I wanted to join the Board of Directors... (I wanted) to volunteer my time.” 30 Pedorthic Footcare Association | www.pedorthics.org