Cameron_Mcd Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 A video with cameo's from all of the candidates to be on the next Society board Timestamps: 0:08 - Greg Anderson 3:03 - Matt Bomberg 6:20 - Stephen Cameron 9:15 - Chris Childers 11:58 - Keith Crane 15:06 - Martin Grey 17:48 - Grant Jarvie 21:12 - Gary Kelly 24:18 - David Macfarlane 27:16 - Nick Mackie 30:22 - Kyrk Macmillan 32:57 - Gavin McCafferty 36:07 - Colin Park 38:54 - Derek Watson Apologies in advance if this would be better in the YouTube Video Thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiderpig Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 The 2 candidates from America seems a bit strange, unless it's weeyin or Texanwellfan wanting to get involved. I guess Barmack managed to convince them how good we were 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 22 minutes ago, Cameron_Mcd said: A video with cameo's from all of the candidates to be on the next Society board Timestamps: 0:08 - Greg Anderson 3:03 - Matt Bomberg 6:20 - Stephen Cameron 9:15 - Chris Childers 11:58 - Keith Crane 15:06 - Martin Grey 17:48 - Grant Jarvie 21:12 - Gary Kelly 24:18 - David Macfarlane 27:16 - Nick Mackie 30:22 - Kyrk Macmillan 32:57 - Gavin McCafferty 36:07 - Colin Park 38:54 - Derek Watson Apologies in advance if this would be better in the YouTube Video Thread. I think it deserves its own thread. Having watched all the pitches, there are some really excellent candidates in there. Whoever is elected will undoubtedly strengthen the Society Board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameron_Mcd Posted August 5 Author Report Share Posted August 5 2 minutes ago, Spiderpig said: The 2 candidates from America seems a bit strange, unless it's weeyin or Texanwellfan wanting to get involved. I guess Barmack managed to convince them how good we were 🙂 Chris Childers ran last year as well IIRC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 8 minutes ago, Cameron_Mcd said: Chris Childers ran last year as well IIRC He did. No doubting his enthusiasm and I dare say he could bring something to the party with his US Broadcasting connections. However, given the current climate and pool of talent available, I think I will be sticking with local Motherwell fans to take fan ownership forward. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onthefringes Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 28 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: He did. No doubting his enthusiasm and I dare say he could bring something to the party with his US Broadcasting connections. However, given the current climate and pool of talent available, I think I will be sticking with local Motherwell fans to take fan ownership forward. For me, the most important thing following election regardless of who gets in, is making sure those who put their name forward still contribute afterwards in some way or form? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 21 minutes ago, Onthefringes said: For me, the most important thing following election regardless of who gets in, is making sure those who put their name forward still contribute afterwards in some way or form? Wouldnt disagree with that at all. Not always the case, but my thought process would be that a Motherwell fan living locally would have more of a vested interest in doing so. Particularly thise candidates who already have some skin in the game re the Our Club, Our Future proposals.... Edit: just read your post again. I think you maybe mean reaching out to our American friends and tapping into that resource, regardless of whether they are elected? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 1 hour ago, Spiderpig said: The 2 candidates from America seems a bit strange, unless it's weeyin or Texanwellfan wanting to get involved. I guess Barmack managed to convince them how good we were 🙂 Not me. Something I'd be interested in, but time (and timezone) means it's not viable for the foreseeable future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onthefringes Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 12 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: Wouldnt disagree with that at all. Not always the case, but my thought process would be that a Motherwell fan living locally would have more of a vested interest in doing so. Particularly thise candidates who already have some skin in the game re the Our Club, Our Future proposals.... Edit: just read your post again. I think you maybe mean reaching out to our American friends and tapping into that resource, regardless of whether they are elected? Reaching out to most, if not all. And whilst this will add some to the board, I believe there’s plans to co-opt after the election when skill gaps are identified. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 2 minutes ago, Onthefringes said: Reaching out to most, if not all. And whilst this will add some to the board, I believe there’s plans to co-opt after the election when skill gaps are identified. Seems like the troops are getting their teeth right into improving things! Good to hear. Can only vote for 4 candidates. But there were 6 that were really impressive and the rest all had something to offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellfan Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 Colin Park 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dossertillidie2 Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 Really impressed with the calibre showing for election. Many boxes ticked in what they were looking for from business experience, HR, governance,Events, fundraising etc. challenge is actually narrowing it down to 4 for me as there’s prob 5/6 I think could strengthen us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellfan Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 There are some excellent, some not so excellent, and some absolute no chance candidates up for election. The outcome being I am struggling to narrow my choices down to four. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
well_said Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 (edited) Is Grant Jarvie really Pat Nevin? Apologies Grant if I have offended you. Edited August 5 by well_said Text Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmcalpin Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 Excellent candidates and I'm having dififculty whittling them down to 4. I'm trying to select a wide range of candidate views and backgrounds as thats what the Society needs. We don't want an echo chamber. I hope unsuccessful candidates will be contacted to enlist their help too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaag Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 2 hours ago, joewarkfanclub said: Wouldnt disagree with that at all. Not always the case, but my thought process would be that a Motherwell fan living locally would have more of a vested interest in doing so. Particularly thise candidates who already have some skin in the game re the Our Club, Our Future proposals.... Edit: just read your post again. I think you maybe mean reaching out to our American friends and tapping into that resource, regardless of whether they are elected? Would Stirling count as local?! 🤪 I am standing for election. Not a frequent poster here for a long time - used to spend many a day on here. Happy to answer any questions or take any slagging coming my way 😂 a great set of candidates to be fair, lots of great experiences in there. Very pleased to see that, regardless of whether I’m elected or not! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 7 minutes ago, Gaag said: Would Stirling count as local?! 🤪 Well its more local than Nashville or Boston! 😆😆😆 Good luck in the vote. You are under consideration! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmcalpin Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 Probably stating the obvious but maybe the voting instructions should have said that the vote is confidential. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 27 minutes ago, Kmcalpin said: Probably stating the obvious but maybe the voting instructions should have said that the vote is confidential. Are you saying we shouldnt be discussing it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 24 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: Are you saying we shouldnt be discussing it? Or that if we hate someone, we need to post that on here to be sure they know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmcalpin Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 33 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: Are you saying we shouldnt be discussing it? No. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 Stephen Cameron requested that I repost this here for him. It's a post he made on P&B: 'Eye Tourettes' seems to be a thing. Apologies if if made anyone question if I need an intervention. Note to Self: Don't set a timer in the top right of your computer monitor. It's always a tough call to go to the safety of a script to get the whole message across or appear more comfortable speaking from the heart. I'll throw my hat in the ring on here now too. I also checked Google Maps and it appears I can offer attendance and assistance beyond Zoom calls (see above why this may be beneficial). The main thing is the majority of candidates seeking election are capable, bring a good mix of talent, local and can demonstrate they acted to protect the club. My main driver for applying is to ensure any roadblocks, slow walking or kicking the can down the road of true fan ownership do not resurface. Also happy to endorse Derek for re-election. Martin and Gavin will also get my other votes for the all the work done, with many others, in contributing to Our Club, Our Future. Still available on the WS website (Well Society Website - Our Club, Our Future). I was privileged to be asked to draft the Governance page (p17). Please find the link to the presentation I cite in the text and video. Happy to engage with anyone and advocate for anything including the sizeable Asian cuisine lobby .... I will be your champion. Society Season Ticket v1.0.pdf 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dee Posted August 5 Report Share Posted August 5 Just to echo others on here, I’m really impressed with the level of experience in the candidates on the list, it’s a difficult task to narrow it down to 4. It’s my time to seek re-election so I’ve popped a wee thread on Twitter to detail some of the work I’ve carried out and the reasons why I’m standing again, but ultimately I need to fulfil my commitment to delivering the vision set out in our plan. https://x.com/derekwatson89/status/1820199100123611382?s=46&t=fyBP-j4_gznJVEo6hqYM1g Alongside Jay, Phil, Sean, Amber and Markus I’ve spent a lot of time and effort trying to get us to a better position. I feel we’re very much on the right track but I want to see that work through to completion. With the right people in place on the Society board and on the Exec board I’m confident we can deliver positive outcomes at Fir Park. As always, DM’s are open if anyone has any questions at all. Happy to answer. Regardless of the outcome I believe we’ll be in safe hands going forward. That said, I believe that some continuity would be beneficial and I feel that I’ve got unfinished business in regards to our strategy delivery and on some of the other initiatives that we’ve started moving with Brian Caldwell and Dawn at MFC Trust. If re-elected, I will continue to make progress on delivering on our strategy and I will ensure that supporters are at the forefront of decision making. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaag Posted August 6 Report Share Posted August 6 Sadly I won’t be able to make the AGM on the 12th as I’ll be on holiday with my family - but I’ll be at the Killie game the following weekend. I’ve spent hours going back through a bunch of old posts from when I restarted this place again about 16yrs ago - after taking over from ‘Flow. Seems the more things change, the more they stay the same! But just shout if anyone wants to ask any Q’s ☺️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grizzlyg Posted August 6 Report Share Posted August 6 Tough decision picking 4 as a lot of great pitches and full credit to everyone for putting themselves forward. Also want to reassure everyone I am not one of the candidates, could picture the fear if someone went "awwww f***, so that's grizzlyg?" 🤣🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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