Before Memorial Day weekend kicks off and the season hits full stride, OHI is reminding all those interested in serving the industry that the 2026 OHI Board of Directors nomination window closes Thursday, May 28, at 5 p.m. EST.
Five seats are open, and members of the OHI community are invited to either self-nominate or submit a peer nomination on behalf of someone they believe would bring meaningful perspective to the board. Nomination forms, candidate guidelines and FAQs are available at ohi.org/boardservice.
Ahead of this year’s cycle, the current OHI board completed a formal assessment process that surfaced specific gaps in geography, representation and skillsets. The board is particularly interested in candidates who bring park owner or operator experience from the western United States; represent small, family-owned or corporate parks; or come from the vendor and supplier community. The board is also seeking a mix of seasoned industry veterans and emerging young leaders, OHI said.
On the skills side, preferred areas of expertise include financial acumen and nonprofit revenue strategy, organizational strategic planning, customer acquisition and retention, and a forward-thinking, vision-oriented approach that speaks to parks of all sizes. These are preferences, not requirements. Candidates who meet one or more of these areas are strongly encouraged to apply.
“This is one of the most direct ways someone in our industry can have a real say in where our organization is headed. We’re looking for people who care about this industry and want to be in the room where decisions are made,” said Paul Bambei, OHI’s president and CEO. “If that sounds like you, or someone you know, now is the time to step forward.”
The ballot will be published Aug. 12, with online voting opening Sept. 14 and closing Oct. 1. Newly elected members will be announced Oct. 6 and sworn in Nov. 11 at OHCE.
Submit your nomination by the May 28 deadline at ohi.org/boardservice.
