By July 31 of each year, the Nominating Committee, Chaired by the President-elect, reports to the Board of Directors, presenting one or more nominees for each open office and for each open directorship to be filled by election. Nominees of the Nominating Committee shall fairly represent, to the extent reasonable, the diverse composition of the Association, including minorities, women, lawyers in firms of various sizes and sole practitioners, public lawyers, lawyers with various specialties, and lawyers in various geographic areas.