Official Cronulla Sharks Board + Management

[Mark^Bastard]

Interesting.

 

[SF]

Not sure whether 12 nominations is a sign of faith, or a sign of how difficult the process is to qualify and nominate. Would have expected a few more. Dreaming of the day when membership and voting rules are clear!

 

[fitz]

Ok, to summarise:

(Info from Sharks website and today's article)

I'll try to hunt down some more information on the new candidates.

BOARD MEMBERS RE-NOMINATING

Damian Irvine
Chairman
Dip Hospt Dip OHS
(elected to the board 28 May 2009)
Damian is a company director and businessman with nearly 20 years experience running diverse businesses in hospitality management & consulting, fashion retail & supply chain, racing industry bloodstock agent, breeding and industry consultant. He has also taught design for TAFE. Damian is a founding committee member of the Cronulla Sharks Supporters Club and also sits on the board of a not-for-profit organisation. Damian is a member of the Football Committee and the Performance & Governance Committee.

Keith Ward
Deputy Chairman
BCom (Hons) MCom MAppFin CPA FINSIA MAICD
(elected to the board May 2007)
Keith is a company director and business consultant with more than thirty two years’ experience in financial services including senior positions in treasury, retail and commercial banking with Advance Bank, St George Bank and Asgard. He also has board and committee roles with two private companies. Keith is a member of the Finance, Risk & Audit Committee and the Football Committee.

Jim Barnett
LLB
(elected to the board 1993-1996; elected May 1999)
Jim has eight years’ experience as a lawyer and has spent the last twenty three years as a barrister practising in criminal law.

Craig Douglas
BCom CPA
(filled casual vacancy 16 June 2009)
Craig is a Chartered Accountant with his own practice advising businesses, sporting and licensed clubs on finance, taxation and strategic management. He has more than twenty five years’ experience in the Club industry and is an experienced company director. Craig is also a sponsor of the Club. Craig is Chairman of the Finance, Risk & Audit Committee.

Greg Holland
BA Dip Theology JP
(elected to the board May 2007)
Greg is a company director and runs his own business in political lobbying & solutions. He has more than thirty seven years experience in public policy including working internationally and has stood for political office twice. He also sits on the board of a not-for-profit organisation. Greg is a member of the Football Committee.

Ricky Surace
Dip Bus Dip Proj Mgt
(elected to the board 28 May 2009)
Ricky is a company director and businessman with more than twenty years’ experience including seven years building his own medium sized company. Ricky is a sponsor to the Sharks. Ricky is a member of the Football Committee.

Paul Walker
BPhysEd MAICD
(elected to the board 28 May 2009)
Paul has fifteen years teaching experience and spent ten years in NRL clubs coaching, recruiting and developing players. He currently works for the ARL as a Communications Manager where he has been for nine years. Paul is also the Sharks Delegate for the NRL. Paul is Chairman of the Football Committee.

BOARD MEMBERS NOT RE-NOMINATING

Denise Aldous
BA MBA (Hons) FAICD MHRINZ
(filled casual vacancy 28 July 2009)
Denise works as a company director and chairman on a variety of boards and committees. She has nearly forty years’ business experience up to and including CEO level in more than fifty industry groups across twenty countries. She is a banker by profession and has her own business providing services in governance & leadership. Denise is Chairman of the Performance & Governance Committee and a member of the Finance, Risk & Audit Committee.

Jenny Reynolds
MBus Dip Fin Mkts FINSIA GAICD JP
(filled casual vacancy 28 July 2009)
Jenny has twenty eight years’ experience in banking working in cash solutions, product development and implementation for Westpac, JP Morgan and ANZ. She has worked in Australia and Asia and is currently Head of Cash Solutions Australia & NZ for ANZ. Jenny also sits on the boards of two not-for-profit organisations. Jenny is a member of the Finance, Risk & Audit Committee.

NEW BOARD NOMINATIONS

Chris Downy
Former Sutherland MP and state Liberal government sports minister. Downy is executive director of the Australasian Casino Association and was head of corporate and government relations at Sydney Airports Corporation.

Peter Kerr
Sydney lawyer and water polo identity. Kerr, who has acted for many of Australia's largest banks and financial institutions, is well known for his work in Australian and international sport. A representative water polo player in his prime, Kerr gave the judges' oath at the opening ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, was a member of the FINA doping panel and several other sporting appeals tribunals, and is Australian Water Polo Inc chairman.

Dane Sorensen
Former Sharks player and Board Member

Jonathan Docking
Former Sharks player and Board Member

Peter O'Driscoll
"Long-serving Club Member"

Phillip Tiernan
Solicitor and former Illawarra Steelers and Parramatta first grade player and head of Caringbah legal firm, Tiernan and Associates.

 

[ABshark]

I know no one and have no vested interest other than that of our Club succeeding, but my first impression was that Peter Kerr looks like an outstanding candidate with his experience in corporate and property law. With Ms Aldous and Ms Reynolds choosing not to stand again, I hope everyone recognises that we need some high level corporate governance experience and know-how on the Board.

At the other end of the spectrum, a bit more footy experience wouldn't go astray either.

 

[fitz]

Made a few phone calls.

Denise Aldous has been poached to be the new CEO of the Bobbby Goldsmith foundation and doesn’t have the ability to make the time commitment to stay on the Sharks Board. Basically she doesn't want to be in the situation where she can't give the place 100% as a Director. Although she is personally very disappointed about having to make that decision, she wants to stay around and help as much as possible.

Jenny Reynolds has likewise had a major career shift and is moving into the coaching and personal training industry. She also feels that the purpose she was appointed to the casual vacancy on the Board (to regain banker confidence) had been achieved and it is time to move on to new challenges.

In all my dealings with these two women I've been impressed with their commitment to seeing the Sharks return to being a well administered, profitable and sustainable organisation.

Thanks for all your hard work.

 

[SF]

Thanks fitz, that did have me a little concerned.

I know no one and have no vested interest other than that of our Club succeeding, but my first impression was that Peter Kerr looks like an outstanding candidate with his experience in corporate and property law. With Ms Aldous and Ms Reynolds choosing not to stand again, I hope everyone recognises that we need some high level corporate governance experience and know-how on the Board.

At the other end of the spectrum, a bit more footy experience wouldn't go astray either.

Yes, I have heard good things from a friend who worked for him. Hearsay I know.

Chris Downy would probably be a decent acquisition with a Liberal State Government.

And good to see Docking and Sorensen still want to be involved.

Is Peter O'Driscoll the Irish guy who has the long questions at the meetings?

In the end, sounds like a good mix of candidates.

 

[fitz]

Chris Downy would probably be a decent acquisition with a Liberal State Government.

I have an innate suspicion and distrust of politicians from all sides of politics. I think there is enough politics in Boardrooms already without politicians being in them. I may be mistaken but I have some vague memory of him being an anti development activist so it's a "NO" from me on him.

And good to see Docking and Sorensen still want to be involved.

Docking, apart from being a former Sharks player and Board Member has massive amounts of experience in the Club industry and also has huge experience with the gaming industry. I reckon he is an excellent candidate - especially with the imminent re-design and re-purposing of the Licensed Club facilities. Apart from that, his commitment to the Club is unquestionable. Shark for life and has a lot to offer and I think would be a great asset to the Board. :good:

Is Peter O'Driscoll the Irish guy who has the long questions at the meetings?

Yep... that's him. :No:

 

[Mark^Bastard]

So it would appear some of the people running for the board are doing so purely because they're against the development? Would that be fair to say?

 

[fitz]

So it would appear some of the people running for the board are doing so purely because they're against the development? Would that be fair to say?

I'm not sure about that but it would seem like an obvious strategy for the anti development crew to try to install a sympathiser or two into the Board to attempt to run the proposal into the ground.

Obviously everyone should do their own research but I've been looking at the potential make up of the new Board and this is what I'd like to see in terms of desirable skills sets and abilities for our Club to move forward in to the new era:

Damian Irvine :Yes:
Keith Ward :Yes:
Jim Barnett :Yes:
Craig Douglas :Yes:
Ricky Surace :Yes:
Paul Walker :Yes:
Peter Kerr :Yes:
Jonathan Docking :Yes:
Phillip Tiernan :Yes:

Peter O'Driscoll :No:
Chris Downy :No:
Greg Holland :No:
Dane Sorensen :No:

I'm not in to quotas etc., but I am disappointed to lose female representation on the Board, especially when the Shire has so many capable and dedicated business and professional women within the community. Hopefully we can encourage some of those women to nominate themselves in the future.

 

[Bundy]

I'm not sure about that but it would seem like an obvious strategy for the anti development crew to try to install a sympathiser or two into the Board to attempt to run the proposal into the ground.

Obviously everyone should do their own research but I've been looking at the potential make up of the new Board and this is what I'd like to see in terms of desirable skills sets and abilities for our Club to move forward in to the new era:

Damian Irvine :Yes:
Keith Ward :Yes:
Jim Barnett :Yes:
Craig Douglas :Yes:
Ricky Surace :Yes:
Paul Walker :Yes:
Peter Kerr :Yes:
Jonathan Docking :Yes:
Phillip Tiernan :Yes:

Peter O'Driscoll :No:
Chris Downy :No:
Greg Holland :No:
Dane Sorensen :No:

I'm not in to quotas etc., but I am disappointed to lose female representation on the Board, especially when the Shire has so many capable and dedicated business and professional women within the community. Hopefully we can encourage some of those women to nominate themselves in the future.

You're obviously a very wise man fitz.

 

[Shark]

I'm not sure about that but it would seem like an obvious strategy for the anti development crew to try to install a sympathiser or two into the Board to attempt to run the proposal into the ground.

Obviously everyone should do their own research but I've been looking at the potential make up of the new Board and this is what I'd like to see in terms of desirable skills sets and abilities for our Club to move forward in to the new era:

Damian Irvine :Yes:
Keith Ward :Yes:
Jim Barnett :Yes:
Craig Douglas :Yes:
Ricky Surace :Yes:
Paul Walker :Yes:
Peter Kerr :Yes:
Jonathan Docking :Yes:
Phillip Tiernan :Yes:

Peter O'Driscoll :No:
Chris Downy :No:
Greg Holland :No:
Dane Sorensen :No:

I'm not in to quotas etc., but I am disappointed to lose female representation on the Board, especially when the Shire has so many capable and dedicated business and professional women within the community. Hopefully we can encourage some of those women to nominate themselves in the future.

I'm disappointed that both Jenny and Denise are unable to re-nominate due to other professional committments, but I am extremely appreciative of what they have both done for our club during their time on the board.

It's also troubling that no other women chose to nominate for board positions. That said, you can't force people to nominate and I wouldn't like to think that someone would be approached to stand, or would consider standing for the board simply because of their gender.

If I hadn't known about the connection between Downy and his mate I would have chosen him over Barnett. In any case, I agree the presence of a Liberal pollie would not be the best look in the current climate. I'd rather nobody on our board had any official past or current association with any political party.

Just on people who really deserve to be on our board - Craig Douglas, with his financial expertise, is a MUST for re-election. The quiet achiever, but I'd hate to even try to calculate the value of the work he has done for the club in the past two years. A real champion and a rock upon which the board relies heavily.

As for the 'footy heads', as stated above we all love both Docko and Sorenson, but a board made up of 9 people really only needs one 'footy head' or 'club legend' type member.

Clearly the two of them qualify for that role, but there's really only room for one, and that'd be Docking every day of the week for me. Not only does he cover the 'ex-player' role brilliantly, as Fitz stated he's got great clubland connections.

 

[squiddy]

Fitz , just curious why a No to Harpo ?

 

[fitz]

Fitz , just curious why a No to Harpo ?

I just saw a better skills set with Docking and Tiernan who would more than adequately satisfy the "Footy" role as well as other roles.

Docking comes with gaming industry and Club land expertise and I think his background and commitment speaks for itself.

I went with Tiernan because I saw he not only has football credentials but also a solid legal background.

From the Tiernan and Associates website:

Phillip Tiernan, B Leg S, LLM - Director

Phillip is the principal of the firm. Phillip obtained his 2 law degrees from Macquarie University , including a Master of Laws.

A former First Grade Rugby League player for Illawarra Steelers and Parramatta , Phillip previously worked in a large, national law firm where he developed a considerable client base through his success in the commercial litigation field.

Phillip specializes in contract law, commercial litigation, advocacy, mediation, dispute resolution, retail and commercial leases, and building and constructions disputes. Phillip saw a need for city quality legal representation in the suburbs and founded the firm in 2005 in Cronulla.

Phillip has brought together a highly skilled team of experienced lawyers who pride themselves on delivering premium quality legal services to valued clients.

As we head into the nitty gritty side of the Development, I was looking favourably at someone with a background in contract law and commercial leasing.

No disrespect to Dane but I think at this point in time we need the skills of those two at the table and as I have always said, I'm looking for balance at Board level where the combined skills set and abilities tick all the boxes.

 

[Mark^Bastard]

Some quality candidates that's for sure.

 

[squiddy]

I just saw a better skills set with Docking and Tiernan who would more than adequately satisfy the "Footy" role as well as other roles.

.

Cool thanks - no argument re Docking either - good man

 

[Google News]

Legends join survival fight - Sydney Morning Herald

Legends join survival fight
Adrian Proszenko
July 31, 2011

Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/...vival-fight-20110730-1i5dw.html#ixzz1TdO3B0X9

CRONULLA legends Johnathan Docking and Dane Sorensen are keen to join the Shire club's battle for survival.

The former players have put their hands up to join the Sharks board, which will be decided at the ballot box before an annual general meeting on August 23.

Chairman Damian Irvine will remain in the role unopposed, while 12 nominees will be jostling for eight director positions.

Six of the sitting board members will seek re-election.

Irvine is endorsing a ticket comprising five incumbents - Paul Walker, Craig Douglas, Jim Barnett, Keith Ward and Ricky Surace - and newcomers Docking, Peter Kerr and Phillip Tiernan.

Others in the running are Greg Holland, Peter O'Driscoll, Chris Downey and Sorensen.

The decision shapes as a pivotal one for members, with the future of the club likely to hinge on whether a much-anticipated $300 million property development goes ahead.

''The club is … not in the best financial situation,'' Docking said.

''If that [development] falls over, we'd have to look at relocation … Everyone wants to see them stay where we are and that all hinges on the development.

''If that doesn't happen, it's very difficult to see how you could survive.''

The former NSW Origin star, who has worked in the club industry for 20 years, said he wanted to bring a greater focus to junior development.

Source: http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=...gends-join-survival-fight-20110730-1i5dw.html

 

[josh11223344]

great news about his idea of more junior development. We have some good players coming through now but we have a few age groups coming through atm.

 

[ABshark]

I reckon Docking is a certainty and a policy of junior development certainly won't lose him any votes.

I like Mr Irvine's selection. :Yes:

 

[josh11223344]

great news about his idea of more junior development. We have some good players coming through now but we have a few age groups coming through atm.

mean to say a few weak age groups

 

[A.Snowden]

IRVINE SAFE AT SHARKS

CRONULLA chairman Damian Irvine is poised to shake up the Sharks board - but don't expect him to be challenged. He has the Sharks' supporters club on side - he founded the group - and they are the majority of people who vote

http://www.smh.com.au/sport/ibrahim-says-dont-blame-the-cross-20110730-1i5c0.html