In the absence of the president, which SkillsUSA officer is responsible for presiding over meetings?

The Vice President is responsible for presiding over meetings in the absence of the president. This role is designed to ensure leadership continuity and maintain the flow of the meeting when the president is unavailable. The Vice President typically supports the president in their duties and is prepared to step in and manage the agenda, facilitate discussions, and ensure that the meeting objectives are met. This responsibility helps maintain organizational structure and provides a clear chain of command within SkillsUSA, ensuring that meetings proceed smoothly and effectively. The roles of the secretary, treasurer, and historian focus on documentation, financial management, and record-keeping, rather than presiding over meetings, which is why they do not fulfill this particular leadership function.