Committee elections 2017 – Nomination window now extended and message from the Club Chairman.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
You may have noticed from the website that I’ve extended the nomination period for volunteers to come forward to join the Committee. The closing date is now 18th January 2017. I’ve also made it more explicit which roles are currently vacant in terms of Committee membership as there are a couple of roles being covered temporarily by an existing member.
The existing Committee is keen that anyone who thinks they have the necessary skills, experience and commitment nominates themselves as a candidate for any position – vacant or filled. Please just forward your names along with which member is seconding your nomination to the email address on the website.
I can’t stress enough how much a Club like ours needs people who are prepared to step up and be Committee members. It does take time and effort to carry out the functions but a lot of it can be done when you’re sitting by the pool. I can assure you it’s very rewarding knowing that you’ve helped ensure the operation of the Club for so many children to benefit from.
If you do want to help, but aren’t keen on taking on the formal responsibility and personal liability of a Committee position, then we do need help in other areas too. However please keep in mind that if you want to be involved in the decision making and direction of the Club then you need to be on the Committee. Some of the areas we could improve are:
▪ Fundraising – simple things like taking part in bag-packs and other events are always a struggle to get volunteers for.
▪ Sponsorships – identifying potential sponsors and helping to cultivate the relationship. There’s loads of things we can do with this such as sponsoring squads, sessions, coaches etc.
▪ More volunteers for poolside helpers at galas
▪ Communications
▪ Social Media
▪ Advertising and marketing
▪ Merchandising
The list could go on and on but without your support and a bit of time we will just never achieve it.
If you’re unsure please either drop me or any of the Committee a line, or grab us at a training session and we can discuss the opportunities.
Kind regards,
Andy Strickland, Chairman
Gateshead and Whickham ASC
📞 07557789115
📬 Andy.strickland@gawswim.org.uk
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The nomination window is currently open and official positions within the Club are available as detailed below. Express interest in a role by contacting enquiries@gawswim.org.uk.
With the introduction of the new squad structure there are additional Squad Reps roles which need to be filled. If you are able to spare a few hours per week to help out, please consider submitting a nomination. These roles are vitally important in the day to day Club operations and without them the Squad’s members, parents and guardians struggle to participate fully in Club matters.
Role descriptions for all the available position can be found here (half way down the page).
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All Executive and Club Committee positions will be confirmed at the AGM, 12th February 2017. The intention is for these positions to be available to volunteers, supported by a seconder. Any position where there is more than one volunteer will be opened to a vote to Club members.
The nomination window will be open between 28th December 2016 and 18th January 2017. All nominations are to be forwarded by email, with ‘NOMINATION’ in the subject line to enquiries@gawswim.org.uk. Any questions / clarification can also be sought through this address.
Instructions for voting will be disseminated on the Club Website and via Swimming Group Reps before the voting window opens 21st January – 30th January 2017.
For positions where no volunteer or nomination is received, the current incumbent will continue to hold the post unless a resignation is received.
Handovers to new Committee members will be conducted prior to the AGM 12th February 2017.
| Position | Current Incumbent | Nomination |
| Chair (Executive Member) | Andy Strickland | |
| Secretary (Executive Member) | Joanne Griffiths | |
| Operations Coordinator (Executive Member) | Steven Reynolds | |
| Treasurer (Executive Member) | Vacant | |
| Membership Secretary | Liann Brown | |
| Competition Secretary | Jill Barrett | |
| Officials Coordinator (position not available for election) | Janice Dodds | Not Available |
| Academy Representative | Vacant | |
| Competitive Development Representative | Norman Thompson | |
| Potential Age Group | Karen O’Halleron Hutchinson | |
| Performance Age Group | Vacant (from 11th Feb) | |
| Potential Youth Senior | Neil Campbell | |
| Performance Youth Senior | Sarah Pashley | |
| Masters Representative (position not available for election) | Matthew Grant | Not Available |
