Lessons Learned from FY25 Annual Chapter Reports

It is a group effort to consistently plan and coordinate … set the proposed schedule early and ensure that there are IPRs and periodic check-ins to ensure everyone is on track. – Lifeline Chapter

… predictable communication and a simple battle rhythm are essential to sustaining engagement…. Publishing an annual events calendar and sending concise reminders at regular intervals (e.g., 30/14/7 days out) helps members plan and improves attendance. –  Alamo Chapter

… leverage the Cadet Mentorship program move heavily as a central point to bring SCRA members together. – West Point Chapter

There were spam/phishing attempts to chapter member emails IOT spoof other chapter members attempting to collect money for membership fees. Notification was pushed out to the private Facebook group to disregard email and send to trash. No successful attempts occurred. – Bluegrass Chapter

Digital integration proved essential for maintaining continuity during leadership transitions. Transitioning to cloud-based tracking allowed for seamless operations while board members were on TDY… initiating volunteer calls 90 days prior to major events is a best practice. – Adolphus Greely Chapter

.. push junior NCOs and Officers into the steering committees. They provide good insight into what they would like to see from the chapter and the mentorship/fellowship opportunities that are desired. – Mountain Messengers Chapter

Advertising – Being persistent and consistent with pushing out information for the SCRA. – Fort Hood Chapter

Leverage industry partners to facilitate CE learning opportunities for Soldiers and civilians; these are generally offered at no cost and gives Soldiers an opportunity to get up-to-date information on what’s available in industry. Leverage events like Orange Calls to not just be Social, but to recognize the greatness and achievements of our Signal Soldiers. – Korea Chapter

– do a signal call quarterly at min and fund the event… incorporate junior Soldiers more in the Orange call for they are the future of the Signal Corps… they also have new innovative ways to promote the SCRA – Flint Hills Chapter

Continue to build partnerships and take opportunities to market the chapter’s activities.
When conducting Socials and Orange Calls, ensure the message is focused and opportunities to develop attendees and build an organizational identity. – Snake River Chapter

Expand leadership roles within the Chapter outside of the local signal BN ….- Fort Bliss Chapter

For planning and executing a signal ball … ask 3-4 months out for senior leader engagement – Samurai Chapter

Our Orange Calls … included a healthy mix of retired and currently serving Soldiers, providing an excellent opportunity to maintain long‑standing relationships while fostering new ones… – North Star Chapter

Updating our membership contact roster is a continuous effort. …> Maintaining our status as a 501 c(3) to allow government civilians and members of industry to be SCRA members. If we were a 501 c(19), non-veterans, would jeopardize our non-profit status if we would exceed 2.5% membership in that category.  Attendees at our Industry Professional Events can apply for CPE credits. Group A CPE credits apply based on the ISC2 Certification Maintenance Handbook. From page #12, this activity falls under “Education (Group A)”, specifically, “Vendor Presentation – Albert J. Myer Chapter

… building the team and not burning out the team…hold and conduct meetings/events monthly deterred personnel away from being/wanting to be involved, so we shifted to a bi-monthly approach, and so far it has a 100% success rate. – Buffalo Soldier Chapter

People are looking for more than just a networking event.  It is harder than you would expect to get Military members to attend events. – Tampa Bay Striker Chapter