Include a strong leader on committee that has political and social capital.

Don’t force membership; members should want to be there

Necessary skills include energy, interest, intellectual curiosity, motivation

Committee members should want to be there AND want to learn

Have higher level administrator on committee if possible

Allow members to empower and engage with those beyond the committee

Committee should create their own charge, if top down will need to get buy-in

Have vision/purpose that connects with divisional big picture

Have manageable and concrete goals

Hold individuals accountable

Focus on learning-provide capacity building resources and support

Create system for reward/recognition

Meet regularly no matter what

Have fun!