Chair update

Further to the Club update dated 11th March 2024, BMMC are looking to appoint a new Chair to lead the club into the 2024 season and beyond.    

Candidates for the Chair vacancy will need to submit:
(a) Confirmation that they are eligible under Article 29, including that they are a Full or Life Member, their Grade (being above that of Registered Marshal), and list any other BMMC roles currently held.
 (b) Confirmation of their understanding that on election to the role, they will take on responsibilities as a company director under the Companies Act 2006 , and their willingness and legal eligibility to do so. 
(c) A statement of no more than 500 words which will be circulated to the membership, setting out their experience and plans should they be successful in the election supported by a relevant CV.
(d) Details of a proposer and seconder for their nomination. 

The role description for the National Chair role can be found here https://bit.ly/3IAImP6

Should any member wish to stand for election to the role of National Chair please submit the above information by email to nat.secretary@marshals.co.uk by 30th April at 5 pm. 

Once applications have been received, discussions will be held between the applicant and an appropriate Director or Vice president to ensure the applicant has a full understanding of the role.

Once these discussions have concluded, in accordance with J.2.8 an electronic ballot will be held by a simple majority, with the candidate with the most votes being declared elected. 

If any member does not have an email registered on the database postal forms will be issued to these members only. Polling will be open for a 2-week period.

It is the aim of the club to have a new Chair in place for the Board meeting in June 2024.