Inside NCRA Committees: What to Expect and How to Join
Recorded On: 04/09/2025
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Committee involvement is one of the most meaningful ways to connect with colleagues, grow professionally, and help shape the direction of our association. Whether you are early in your career or simply new to volunteering, joining Inside NCRA Committees: What to Expect and How to Join is a valuable opportunity. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the various committees within NCRA, discuss current initiatives in detail, outline the expected time commitment, and share why service has been so rewarding for many members.
By participating in these committees, you will have the chance to collaborate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, gain insights into industry trends, and contribute to projects that directly impact the association's mission. Current initiatives may include advocacy efforts, educational program development, and membership engagement strategies. Each committee has specific goals and projects that align with the association's strategic plan. The expected time commitment varies depending on the committee, but most require a few hours per month for meetings and additional time for project work. Despite the time investment, many members find the experience incredibly fulfilling and a great way to enhance their professional skills.
Take this opportunity to listen and see where your interests and skills might fit. Joining a committee is not only a way to give back to the association but also a powerful way to advance your career and build lasting professional relationships.
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Cindy Isaacsen (Moderator)
Cindy Isaacsen currently lives in Shawnee, Kan., and has been a reporter in various locations and capacities for the past 34 years. She is an official court reporter for the 10th Judicial District Court in Olathe, Kan. In 2018 she was elected to serve a three-year term as a member of NCRA’s Board of Directors, and since 2021 has served as Secretary-Treasurer. She holds the nationally recognized professional certification of Registered Professional Reporter (RPR).
At the national level, Isaacsen has served on several NCRA Committees, including the Elections committee in 2016-2017 and as Vice Chair for the National Congress of State Associations (NCSA). She has also been to NCRA’s Legislative Boot Camp – twice as an attendee and twice as an NCRA board member and NCRA’s Leadership Conference. Isaacsen serves as the Secretary-Treasurer for the National Court Reporters Foundation and is a three-year NCRF Angel.
At the state level, Isaacsen has served on the board and twice as president of the Kansas Court Reporters Association and as convention chair for several events. She has also served as a speaker for several state associations and presents at local career fairs. Isaacsen graduated in 1988 from the Stenograph Institute of Texas.
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