The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association doesn’t want members interested in serving on its board of directors to be brokenhearted by the time Valentine’s Day arrives.

That’s why NIADA recently reiterated that it’s accepting applications to be on its board through Feb. 13.

The NIADA board consists of 12 members who are responsible for the policy and financial management of the association and for hiring and overseeing the CEO. The board includes the chairman, president, president-elect, senior vice president, treasurer, secretary and six vice presidents representing each of the association’s regions.

Candidates for the board must meet the following qualifications for consideration:

—Hold a dealer license

—Must have been in business for five years

—Have previous experience on a state association board or a national association committee

—Submit to and pass a criminal background check

—Receive a letter of recommendation from the state AEC, if applicable

—Board members are expected to actively attend meetings and events.

The association said candidates will be reviewed by the NIADA Leadership Development Committee and presented at least 60 days before the NIADA Convention and Expo, where the annual meeting is held.

NIADA said candidates not put forth by the committee can seek a spot on the list of candidates at least 30 days before the annual meeting.

Nominations can also be made from the floor at the annual meeting, according to the association.

To apply, go to this website.