INS and OUTS for 2019

[Brodlach]

#oneclub

[PatowalongaPirate]

The entire West Adelaide Board has stepped down after an independent review.

Club Statement :

Farewell to David Grenvold
As a result of an independent review of the Board and the 2019 budget process, it has been agreed that a revised board structure and operating model needs to be developed to ensure the financial sustainability of the Club.

Although there have been significant improvements to the Club’s financial performance over the past three years, with increased sponsorship, membership, attendance and other match day revenues, more still needs to be done for the Club to regain independence.

In these circumstances it has been agreed that the role of CEO will be reviewed and that David’s current contract will not be extended.

David has very much enjoyed the experience of being back in the SANFL environment and would like to thank the Board for the opportunity to work at one of the foundation clubs of the competition. He would like to acknowledge the staff and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to ensure the teams that represent the Club have the resources they require to be the best they can be.

David looks forward to watching the Club ascent back up the ladder, having recruited strongly in preparation for the 2019 season.

[amber_fluid]

#oneclub

When it suits them

[Booney]

The entire West Adelaide Board has stepped down after an independent review.

Club Statement :

Farewell to David Grenvold
As a result of an independent review of the Board and the 2019 budget process, it has been agreed that a revised board structure and operating model needs to be developed to ensure the financial sustainability of the Club.

Although there have been significant improvements to the Club’s financial performance over the past three years, with increased sponsorship, membership, attendance and other match day revenues, more still needs to be done for the Club to regain independence.

In these circumstances it has been agreed that the role of CEO will be reviewed and that David’s current contract will not be extended.

David has very much enjoyed the experience of being back in the SANFL environment and would like to thank the Board for the opportunity to work at one of the foundation clubs of the competition. He would like to acknowledge the staff and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to ensure the teams that represent the Club have the resources they require to be the best they can be.

David looks forward to watching the Club ascent back up the ladder, having recruited strongly in preparation for the 2019 season.

Well....

Revised board structure - I'm going to assume this means people may play more than one role to reduce expenditure? ( The role of CEO will be reviewed? )

Revenue - Sponsorship is up, membership is up, attendance and match day revenue is up ( under Grenvold's watch ) but "more needs to be done", why don't they let him get on with it then? Seems to be doing a good job.

David - Has had words put in his mouth as none of those comments are attributed to him as direct quotes.

What's going on there at Milner Road?

I wouldn't like the sound of that if I was a Blood n Tar person.

[Pseudo]

The entire West Adelaide Board has stepped down after an independent review.

Do you think we could entice the same review panel to pay a visit to Brighton Rd?

[Brodlach]

The entire West Adelaide Board has stepped down after an independent review.

Do you think we could entice the same review panel to pay a visit to Brighton Rd?

They say every club will get the same review except Sturt as they already have this structure

[Booney]

The entire West Adelaide Board has stepped down after an independent review.

Do you think we could entice the same review panel to pay a visit to Brighton Rd?

They say every club will get the same review except Sturt as they already have this structure

The structure, how does it set up the board and CEO role?

[The Ash Man]

A few signings for Norwood today...

http://norwoodfc.com.au/norwood-lock-in ... -for-2019/

Josh Donohue (Returning / PNU)
Corey Grove (Port / North / Pt Pirie)
Charlie Hay (West Adelaide / Prince Alfred)
Mitch Coles (Norwood Jnr / Barmera Monash)

JD back to fill the gaping hole after Caleb Edmead retired? Grove is an interesting one, whenever I saw him always looked to have the attributes to be handy at this level but just didn't do it often enough.

JD will fill the hole left by Phillips

[Brodlach]

The entire West Adelaide Board has stepped down after an independent review.

Do you think we could entice the same review panel to pay a visit to Brighton Rd?

They say every club will get the same review except Sturt as they already have this structure

The structure, how does it set up the board and CEO role?

I’d rather not get into on here TBH but there is two full explanation links on the West website

http://westadelaidefc.com.au/wp-content ... s-Club.pdf

http://westadelaidefc.com.au/wp-content ... ub_web.pdf

[Booney]

With 10 people on the board (and 1 female) there's no wonder the down sizing and diversifying requirements were put forward.

Interesting times for all involved.

Seems from the outside though there's machinations to unfold yet.

[Brodlach]

More about getting specialised people involved rather than older people with time on their hands who volunteer time and
may not have the skill set required as a group

[daysofourlives]

With 10 people on the board (and 1 female) there's no wonder the down sizing and diversifying requirements were put forward.

Interesting times for all involved.

Seems from the outside though there's machinations to unfold yet.

Is the female not classified as a person Boon

[oldfella]

Advertiser headline reference the board has resigned wrong west adelaide presidents statement

There has been much totally incorrect speculation in the media and social media about the possible changes to our Constitution and the future of our current Board.

Let me make it clear that the Board cannot be, and has not been, stood down. The Board will continue as normal until the next Annual General Meeting, as required by our Constitution. If the members accept the proposed changes to the Constitution, the Board will still continue until the next AGM. At that stage, all Board members will resign to facilitate the process, if it is adopted by the members.

Boards over the past few years have taken the Club from a position of insolvency to a position where our financial future is now in no doubt. We will again also announce another healthy profit soon and are on track to be close to debt-free within 4 years. We still have many financial and trading challenges to overcome and we continue to appreciate the assistance of the SANFL as we work in partnership to strengthen our Club.

The current Board includes passionate and skilled West Adelaide people, with expertise, integrity and experience across a wide range of issues that affect the Club.

As President, I can state that the Board exists to serve the members and to ensure our club is strong, we live our values and we field successful football teams. On that topic, we have efficiently and successfully recruited early for season 2019 and look forward to members enjoying what they see on the field next year.

Lee Harradine

President

[Grenville]

A few signings for Norwood today...

http://norwoodfc.com.au/norwood-lock-in ... -for-2019/

Josh Donohue (Returning / PNU)
Corey Grove (Port / North / Pt Pirie)
Charlie Hay (West Adelaide / Prince Alfred)
Mitch Coles (Norwood Jnr / Barmera Monash)

JD back to fill the gaping hole after Caleb Edmead retired? Grove is an interesting one, whenever I saw him always looked to have the attributes to be handy at this level but just didn't do it often enough.

JD will fill the hole left by Phillips

I think your sarcasm detector might be f***ed lad.

[Booney]

With 10 people on the board (and 1 female) there's no wonder the down sizing and diversifying requirements were put forward.

Interesting times for all involved.

Seems from the outside though there's machinations to unfold yet.

Is the female not classified as a person Boon

The SANFL want 1 in 4 board members to be female now and 4 in 10 in the near future. For Westies to have 1 in 10 is why they've been asked to diversify.

[o five]

With 10 people on the board (and 1 female) there's no wonder the down sizing and diversifying requirements were put forward.

Interesting times for all involved.

Seems from the outside though there's machinations to unfold yet.

Is the female not classified as a person Boon

The SANFL want 1 in 4 board members to be female now and 4 in 10 in the near future. For Westies to have 1 in 10 is why they've been asked to diversify.[/quot

Political correctness gone mad. Who gives a shit if they are a transgender, as long as they do the job required it should not be forced upon a club what gender percentage there is.

[Brett]

With 10 people on the board (and 1 female) there's no wonder the down sizing and diversifying requirements were put forward.

Interesting times for all involved.

Seems from the outside though there's machinations to unfold yet.

Is the female not classified as a person Boon

The SANFL want 1 in 4 board members to be female now and 4 in 10 in the near future. For Westies to have 1 in 10 is why they've been asked to diversify.

I havent heard that ?

[Brett]

Who was on the review panel and then you have to ask why ? Why if they are in such a great financial position have they sacked Grenvold ? Should their be more scrutiny on Harradine as he seems a bit confused on all this and they need vibrant younger people . Where their is smoke ....... .

[Spargo]

Who was on the review panel and then you have to ask why ? Why if they are in such a great financial position have they sacked Grenvold ? Should their be more scrutiny on Harradine as he seems a bit confused on all this and they need vibrant younger people . Where their is smoke ....... .

Yep, it all seems odd.
Pretty sure Harradine is a Chartered Accountant.

[vics01]

[quote][/quote]The SANFL want 1 in 4 board members to be female now and 4 in 10 in the near future. For Westies to have 1 in 10 is why they've been asked to diversify.

Why? What difference wil more woman make? Generally when you have woman involved it becomes more complicated.. PC Crap