Vote Wade E. Saadi, Steven J. Rod, & David L. Straight

for APS Board of Vice-Presidents

Full Spectrum Philately

Stamp collectors in general, and APS members in particular, are a diverse group who embrace our hobby in a fascinating variety of ways. From sorting through mixtures and soaking new PNCs to publishing the results of our philatelic research, Wade Saadi, Steven J. Rod, & David L. Straight represent a broad range of collecting styles and interests. We want to make certain that APS programs and services provided to you, our fellow members, address the full spectrum of your philatelic needs and interests. Each of us currently serves in leadership roles and are active in the work of our local stamps clubs, serves on the committees of our regional WSP shows, contributes to the affiliates and specialty societies to which we belong, has solid experience leading projects for the APS membership, and have all served on the APS Board of Directors.

In asking you for your vote, we pledge to:

  • American Philatelic Center – on time completion of the American Philatelic Center within three years; providing the planned for mix of APS, Library, and tenant space.

  • Fund Development – complete the Campaign for Philately as planned providing funds for key APS programs and the completion of the American Philatelic Center.

  • Youth – strengthen APS’ Young Stamp Collectors of America (YSCA), All Star Stamp Clubs, and other existing youth programs while innovating additional ways to introduce stamp collecting to children and teens outside traditional stamp show venues.

  • Membership – aggressively work with the staff, board, and other Society leadership to make sure the APS has a net gain of at least 500 new members a year for the next four years.

  • Education – initiate new programming to offer educational opportunities and events for the full spectrum of our membership from youth and adult beginners, intermediate collectors, through advanced collectors and specialists.

  • Partnerships – actively seek new partner institutions to further our educational mission; while continuing to develop the bridges initiated with the Smithsonian, Postmasters, National Geographic, and the Department of Education.

  • Chapters & Affiliates – as your Vice-Presidents, we will expand the recently initiated APS Board contact program with our nearly 600 chapters and over 200 affiliates to insure that the full APS Board regularly hears their needs, concerns, and comments.

  • Budget & Strategic Planning – all of the above must be supported by sound financial planning, balanced budgets, and regular review of the strategic plan.