ABOUT QUEST > GET INVOLVED
Everyone agrees: the more you put into your Quest membership, the more you will get out of it. Becoming involved in Quest through a committee, board or other activity is, without a doubt, a great way to maximize the return on your investment. We are a fun, informal group and everyone is welcome to participate at some level. The time commitment varies, so choose the activity that is right for you.
Apply for the Quest Board of Directors
Quest members interested in guiding the future of the Quest organization overall may be interested in Quest's Board of Directors. Quest uses a self-nomination process on QuestDirect. A Quest member in good standing and holding an Individual/Corporate membership (licensed user) may self-nominate. Once elected, directors serve a one- or two-year term and are required to attend at least 51 percent of all scheduled functions of the Board of Directors. Such activities include quarterly board meetings, conference calls and strategic planning sessions. For more information about the Quest board, contact jon.vaughn@questdirect.org.
Participate in a Special Interest or User Group
Quest's special interest, product, industry or regional groups provide an effective forum for linking with peers. Local, regional, or product/industry user group membership provides the opportunity to share ideas and information with other companies in your industry and with individuals who share your professional interests, providing an invaluable competitive advantage. To become a member of a SIG or user group, click the "User Groups" menu tab, or contact jesse.howard@questdirect.org.
Use Quest's Community Forums
Quest's online forums are a simple way to become involved in Quest, while spending minimal time and helping not only yourself, but also other users. It's not a committee, but it is a unique opportunity to volunteer your expertise to answer other members' questions. The Quest Forums allow you to post and answer messages for users all over the world. If you have a question, problem or opinion you would like to share, our forums are the place for you. One of their most rewarding features is that you will only receive messages in the categories you choose. For more information, contact loren.bowling@questdirect.org or sign up today at no cost.
Write for Q&A Magazine
If you have a unique case study, tip or solution that would benefit other Quest members, share it by writing an article for Q&A magazine, Quest's quarterly publication that goes to all Quest members. Quest offers a $500 payment for customer-written articles selected for the magazine. Contact jennifer.rogers@questdirect.org for submission deadlines and details.
Present at a Quest Event or Online
One of the most valuable resources at Quest events is the knowledge gained through educational sessions, especially those presented by other users. If you are a user who has a case study, tip, technique or unique product experience, share it with other users at Quest and receive your registration free. If you are interested in sharing a case study, tip, technique or unique experience at a Quest event, contact jennifer.abney@questdirect.org. If you would like to present an online session, contact jesse.howard@questdirect.org.