Nominate an Outstanding Entomologist for RES President
The Royal Entomological Society invites Members and Fellows to submit their nominations for President.
Nominations are now open and can be submitted until Friday 30 June. After this, all nominations will be considered by Council and a shortlist prepared. Council will then vote to select the most suitable candidate.
The Role
We are looking for nominations for an outstanding Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society. The role will work closely with the trustees and CEO to ensure the Society thrives to enrich the world with insect science.
If selected as President we require:
Year 1 – President Elect:
- Sit on the RES Council to become familiar with the running of the Society (5 meetings each year, including 2 in person, one as part of our annual conference Ento).
- Chair the RES Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Committee.
- Attend our annual conference, Ento.
- Advise as available on various areas of the Society’s strategic work, including membership, policy and public affairs and events and conferences.
- Shadow, work closely with and deputise for the RES President in preparation to take on this role.
Years 2 and 3 – President:
- Chair the RES Council and drive the strategic direction of the Society, in collaboration with the CEO and other Trustees (5 meetings a year, including 2 in person, one as part of our annual conference Ento) .
- Attend our annual conference Ento, speaking on behalf of the Society as needed at the conference.
- Advise as available on various areas of the Society’s strategic work, including membership, policy and public affairs and events and conferences.
- Join other RES Committee meetings depending on need and interests.
- Mentor and support the President Elect (Year 3).
Year 4 – Past President:
- Sit on the RES Council to support the running of the Society (5 meetings a year, including 2 in person, one as part of our annual conference, Ento).
- Chair the RES Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Committee.
- Attend our annual conference, Ento.
- Advise as available on various areas of the Society’s strategic work, including membership, policy and public affairs and events and conferences.
- Advise and support the incoming President.
Want to work with the Society but not as President? Apply to be a Trustee instead
Alongside our call for President Elect, we are also seeking active and dynamic Members and Fellows to support the Royal Entomological Society in our committees.
As a RES Trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping and enhancing key strategic areas of the Society. Elected Trustees will serve a four-year term on Council and help build an exciting future for the Society and achieve its vision to enrich the world with insect science.
RES President Eligibility
- The role of President (including President elect and Past President) should be an individual who makes exceptional and sustained contributions to the field of insect science, whether through research, education, application, public engagement, or leadership.
- We encourage nominees from diverse backgrounds, including academia, industry, policy, conservation, and outreach, reflecting the broad impact of entomology worldwide.
- The nominator should be a Member or Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society.
- Nominees must be a Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society (to check this, sign in to your online account or email info@royensoc.co.uk).
- Nominators should consider candidates whose work has elevated the understanding, appreciation, and application of insect science on a national or international scale.
Please do email us at info@royensoc.co.uk if you would like to informally discuss the role with Simon Ward, Chief Executive Officer or with our current President or Past President.
To Nominate
To nominate, please submit a short statement of recommendation of why the individual may be suitable for the role of President of the Society.
Nominations for the President must include:
Statement of Recommendation: Each nomination should include a primary statement of recommendation from a RES Member or Fellow, limited to a maximum of 750 words.
Guidance for Writing a Letter of Recommendation or Supporting Statement
The letter of recommendation is a crucial part of the nomination process. It should provide a compelling case for the nominee’s eligibility, highlighting their significant contributions to insect science. Below are the key points to include:
1. Introduction
- Explain why you are recommending the nominee for President.
2. Overview of Contributions
- Summarise the nominee’s key achievements in entomology, including their research, education, application, or outreach.
- Address specific qualities or achievements that make the nominee stand out, such as innovation, leadership, public engagement, or advocacy for the discipline.
4. Diversity of Contributions
- Discuss the nominee’s contributions across different sectors or disciplines (e.g., academia, industry, conservation, policy).
- Highlight any efforts to promote diversity, sustainability, or public understanding of entomology.
5. Broader Impact
- Provide examples of how the nominee’s work has influenced the field, benefited society, or inspired others.
Nomination form
