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If you received your GC SUNS Membership Satisfaction Survey email today I urge interstate members vic,sa,wa members to add at the end of the survey in the comments box a change of membership options for a more suitable interstate membership..

I referenced giants interstate member options as they have a membership option for each state as well as a better option for Victorians
 
robo_1 said:
If you received your GC SUNS Membership Satisfaction Survey email today I urge interstate members vic,sa,wa members to add at the end of the survey in the comments box a change of membership options for a more suitable interstate membership..

I referenced giants interstate member options as they have a membership option for each state as well as a better option for Victorians
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I did the same thing

guys get around it!!! We’ve been calling for it for some time so hopefully it has changed and they look to our feedback
 
So commentators saying if Carlton win today they can still be in touch with the 8. (they are the exact same position as us with a slight percentage above ours BUT the media won't recognise we are in a similar position!
 

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Origin Wednesday (GO MAROONS)

As is the case every season, the media throw up potential State of Origin teams. These are the Suns players selected in Footy on Nine's teams:

VIC: Ben King
TAS: Hugh Greenwood and Lachie Weller
SA: Jack Lukosius
QLD/NT: Jarrod Harbrow, Alex Sexton, Zac Smith, Jack Bowes
NSW/ACT: Jarrod Witts
 
When does the club begin to acknowledge past players and administrators for awards such as Club Champion, potential statues, grand stands, rooms at Austworld centre etc?

Some names that could be considered:
Dr Alan Mackenzie
David Swallow
Gary Ablett
John Witheriff
Ron Clarke
Jarrod Harbrow (maybe the Jarrod Harbrow Community Award once he retires?)

Any more ideas?
 
The Victorian said:
When does the club begin to acknowledge past players and administrators for awards such as Club Champion, potential statues, grand stands, rooms at Austworld centre etc?

Some names that could be considered:
Dr Alan Mackenzie
David Swallow
Gary Ablett
John Witheriff
Ron Clarke
Jarrod Harbrow (maybe the Jarrod Harbrow Community Award once he retires?)

Any more ideas?
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win a premiership first
 
SandyToes said:
No.And I'm not even providing an argument.That's a purely visceral reaction that overrides everything
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Don’t get me wrong, he did plenty wrong, and his last few years made me furious, BUT when he played for us he was a 4x B&F winner, 4x All Australian, Brownlow medalist as well as a 2x club leading goal kicker.

had his shoulder not been injured that day against Collingwood we’d have made finals, he’d likely have been a 2x brownlow medalist and our entire history would be re-written.

Im not saying it should be the club B&F or anything, but there should be some level of honour to the contribution he brought to the SUNS.
 
A lot of discussion on the coach and club in other threads I think it’s time the board start getting some attention.

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robo_1 said:
A lot of discussion on the coach and club in other threads I think it’s time the board start getting some attention.

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Does anyone know any of these people?
I knew about Sam Riley's history but nothing else really.

What do these people actually get from being on the board? Is it a paid position?
 
Mt Isa Mustang said:
Does anyone know any of these people?
I knew about Sam Riley's history but nothing else really.

What do these people actually get from being on the board? Is it a paid position?
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Bob East has more than 20 years’ experience in the tourism and property industry and is the Chairman of Tourism Australia. Bob created the Mantra Group with a core group of executives under a private equity model in 2006. Over 12 years the Mantra Group was developed into the largest Australian-based hotel company. He led the company to a successful ASX listing in June 2014 which culminated in its inclusion into the ASX 200 list in 2015 and managed the Mantra Group’s $1.3B acquisition by AccorHotels, one of the world’s largest hotel operators in 2018.



Leschen is the foundation Director of Element Business & Accounting Solutions providing tailored financial solutions to her variety of clients from diverse industries including transport, hospitality, retail, health, professional services and property development.



Paul Scurrah was appointed Managing Director and CEO of Pacific National in April 2021. Prior to that he has held roles as CEO and Managing Director of the Virgin Australia Group, CEO and Managing Director of DP World Australia Ltd (Australia’s largest Port-related container handling company), Executive Vice President – Commercial and Marketing at Aurizon Ltd, CEO of Queensland Rail Ltd and more than 20 years’ experience in transport, tourism and customer service at companies including Flight Centre, Tourism Queensland, Ansett, Qantas and American Express.

Paul was also one of four founding executives when Rex Airlines was established in 2002.



Martin has been self-employed since the age of 22 when he started a civil construction company in Melbourne. Originally focussed in building backbone infrastructure in the telecommunication sector, Martin’s business expanded into other utility sectors.

Also involved in the sale and acquisition of numerous companies in recent times, Martin’s concentration has turned to investing in small medium enterprise start-ups and established businesses requiring capital and management expertise.

Having been involved with the GC SUNS as a sponsor and corporate member since its inception, Martin joined the board in May 2016.



Mike has enjoyed a diverse career working across the Insurance, Consulting and IT Industries in Australia, the UK and South Africa. Prior to joining AUB Group, Mike was the Group CEO for Cover-More, previously an ASX-listed global travel insurer and now part of the Zurich Group. Mike previously held senior roles in Australia at QBE as Group Executive, Operations and at EY leading the Financial Services Advisory business.

Before moving to Australia, Mike spent several years working in London including at IBM leading the Insurance and Banking consulting teams and at Morse plc (Application Services) as Managing Director.



Simon was admitted as a Solicitor in 1993 after obtaining an Honours Degree in Law from Bond University. Simon joined OMB Solicitors in 1996 as an Associate and then became a Partner of the firm in 1999.

He is a QLS Accredited Specialist in Property Law and also specialises in Commercial Leasing including providing structuring advice, drafting all forms of contracts and agreements.

Simon was elected as the Gold Coast Ambassador from 2002 to 2004, is the chairman of The Southport School (TSS) Audit and Risk Committee and former chairman of the Gold Coast Community Fund. He joined the GC SUNS board in May 2016.



Sam Riley is one of Australia’s most recognised sporting personalities. A swimming champion, a successful business owner and a sought-after speaker, she is a respected advocate for women, sport and the community. A star of the pool in the 1990s, she has since positioned herself as a leader in both business and the community after creating the Sam Riley Swim Schools.


Rob Charter, who lives on the Gold Coast, retired in 2018 following a distinguished career with Caterpillar Inc - the world’s largest construction equipment manufacturer – that spanned nearly 30 years.

From 2015 until his retirement, Rob was based in Chicago and served as Caterpillar Inc. group president of Customer & Dealer Support. He had responsibility for global parts sales, global marketing group, 21 warehouses worldwide, administration of 172 dealers and Caterpillar digital initiative.
 
robo_1 said:
Bob East has more than 20 years’ experience in the tourism and property industry and is the Chairman of Tourism Australia. Bob created the Mantra Group with a core group of executives under a private equity model in 2006. Over 12 years the Mantra Group was developed into the largest Australian-based hotel company. He led the company to a successful ASX listing in June 2014 which culminated in its inclusion into the ASX 200 list in 2015 and managed the Mantra Group’s $1.3B acquisition by AccorHotels, one of the world’s largest hotel operators in 2018.



Leschen is the foundation Director of Element Business & Accounting Solutions providing tailored financial solutions to her variety of clients from diverse industries including transport, hospitality, retail, health, professional services and property development.



Paul Scurrah was appointed Managing Director and CEO of Pacific National in April 2021. Prior to that he has held roles as CEO and Managing Director of the Virgin Australia Group, CEO and Managing Director of DP World Australia Ltd (Australia’s largest Port-related container handling company), Executive Vice President – Commercial and Marketing at Aurizon Ltd, CEO of Queensland Rail Ltd and more than 20 years’ experience in transport, tourism and customer service at companies including Flight Centre, Tourism Queensland, Ansett, Qantas and American Express.

Paul was also one of four founding executives when Rex Airlines was established in 2002.



Martin has been self-employed since the age of 22 when he started a civil construction company in Melbourne. Originally focussed in building backbone infrastructure in the telecommunication sector, Martin’s business expanded into other utility sectors.

Also involved in the sale and acquisition of numerous companies in recent times, Martin’s concentration has turned to investing in small medium enterprise start-ups and established businesses requiring capital and management expertise.

Having been involved with the GC SUNS as a sponsor and corporate member since its inception, Martin joined the board in May 2016.



Mike has enjoyed a diverse career working across the Insurance, Consulting and IT Industries in Australia, the UK and South Africa. Prior to joining AUB Group, Mike was the Group CEO for Cover-More, previously an ASX-listed global travel insurer and now part of the Zurich Group. Mike previously held senior roles in Australia at QBE as Group Executive, Operations and at EY leading the Financial Services Advisory business.

Before moving to Australia, Mike spent several years working in London including at IBM leading the Insurance and Banking consulting teams and at Morse plc (Application Services) as Managing Director.



Simon was admitted as a Solicitor in 1993 after obtaining an Honours Degree in Law from Bond University. Simon joined OMB Solicitors in 1996 as an Associate and then became a Partner of the firm in 1999.

He is a QLS Accredited Specialist in Property Law and also specialises in Commercial Leasing including providing structuring advice, drafting all forms of contracts and agreements.

Simon was elected as the Gold Coast Ambassador from 2002 to 2004, is the chairman of The Southport School (TSS) Audit and Risk Committee and former chairman of the Gold Coast Community Fund. He joined the GC SUNS board in May 2016.



Sam Riley is one of Australia’s most recognised sporting personalities. A swimming champion, a successful business owner and a sought-after speaker, she is a respected advocate for women, sport and the community. A star of the pool in the 1990s, she has since positioned herself as a leader in both business and the community after creating the Sam Riley Swim Schools.


Rob Charter, who lives on the Gold Coast, retired in 2018 following a distinguished career with Caterpillar Inc - the world’s largest construction equipment manufacturer – that spanned nearly 30 years.

From 2015 until his retirement, Rob was based in Chicago and served as Caterpillar Inc. group president of Customer & Dealer Support. He had responsibility for global parts sales, global marketing group, 21 warehouses worldwide, administration of 172 dealers and Caterpillar digital initiative.
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Thanks for that.
I actually found that section on the website after I posted.

What do they get out of this?
Just connection with other business people?
I can imagine there is a certain power with being a Collingwood board member.. the suns on the other hand..
 
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Mt Isa Mustang said:
Thanks for that.
I actually found that section on the website after I posted.

What do they get out of this?
Just connection with other business people?
I can imagine there is a certain power with being a Collingwood board member.. the suns on the other hand..
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or it’s suns supporters who want to make our club better?
 
The Victorian said:
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or it’s suns supporters who want to make our club better?
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Well maybe they include some info on their profile about their connection to the Gold Coast or the suns.

their profiles just ramble on about which international company they were an accountant or a lawyer at. Or where they went to University 25 years ago.
 
robo_1 said:
Bob East has more than 20 years’ experience in the tourism and property industry and is the Chairman of Tourism Australia. Bob created the Mantra Group with a core group of executives under a private equity model in 2006. Over 12 years the Mantra Group was developed into the largest Australian-based hotel company. He led the company to a successful ASX listing in June 2014 which culminated in its inclusion into the ASX 200 list in 2015 and managed the Mantra Group’s $1.3B acquisition by AccorHotels, one of the world’s largest hotel operators in 2018.



Leschen is the foundation Director of Element Business & Accounting Solutions providing tailored financial solutions to her variety of clients from diverse industries including transport, hospitality, retail, health, professional services and property development.



Paul Scurrah was appointed Managing Director and CEO of Pacific National in April 2021. Prior to that he has held roles as CEO and Managing Director of the Virgin Australia Group, CEO and Managing Director of DP World Australia Ltd (Australia’s largest Port-related container handling company), Executive Vice President – Commercial and Marketing at Aurizon Ltd, CEO of Queensland Rail Ltd and more than 20 years’ experience in transport, tourism and customer service at companies including Flight Centre, Tourism Queensland, Ansett, Qantas and American Express.

Paul was also one of four founding executives when Rex Airlines was established in 2002.



Martin has been self-employed since the age of 22 when he started a civil construction company in Melbourne. Originally focussed in building backbone infrastructure in the telecommunication sector, Martin’s business expanded into other utility sectors.

Also involved in the sale and acquisition of numerous companies in recent times, Martin’s concentration has turned to investing in small medium enterprise start-ups and established businesses requiring capital and management expertise.

Having been involved with the GC SUNS as a sponsor and corporate member since its inception, Martin joined the board in May 2016.



Mike has enjoyed a diverse career working across the Insurance, Consulting and IT Industries in Australia, the UK and South Africa. Prior to joining AUB Group, Mike was the Group CEO for Cover-More, previously an ASX-listed global travel insurer and now part of the Zurich Group. Mike previously held senior roles in Australia at QBE as Group Executive, Operations and at EY leading the Financial Services Advisory business.

Before moving to Australia, Mike spent several years working in London including at IBM leading the Insurance and Banking consulting teams and at Morse plc (Application Services) as Managing Director.



Simon was admitted as a Solicitor in 1993 after obtaining an Honours Degree in Law from Bond University. Simon joined OMB Solicitors in 1996 as an Associate and then became a Partner of the firm in 1999.

He is a QLS Accredited Specialist in Property Law and also specialises in Commercial Leasing including providing structuring advice, drafting all forms of contracts and agreements.

Simon was elected as the Gold Coast Ambassador from 2002 to 2004, is the chairman of The Southport School (TSS) Audit and Risk Committee and former chairman of the Gold Coast Community Fund. He joined the GC SUNS board in May 2016.



Sam Riley is one of Australia’s most recognised sporting personalities. A swimming champion, a successful business owner and a sought-after speaker, she is a respected advocate for women, sport and the community. A star of the pool in the 1990s, she has since positioned herself as a leader in both business and the community after creating the Sam Riley Swim Schools.


Rob Charter, who lives on the Gold Coast, retired in 2018 following a distinguished career with Caterpillar Inc - the world’s largest construction equipment manufacturer – that spanned nearly 30 years.

From 2015 until his retirement, Rob was based in Chicago and served as Caterpillar Inc. group president of Customer & Dealer Support. He had responsibility for global parts sales, global marketing group, 21 warehouses worldwide, administration of 172 dealers and Caterpillar digital initiative.
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...but do they know anything about running a football club?
 
The Victorian said:
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or it’s suns supporters who want to make our club better?
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They’re failing so far if that’s the case

Sun Stormer said:
...but do they know anything about running a football club?
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That’s the first thing I noticed there’s no real football people!

I see giants have got Jimmy Bartel on their board if we could add a smart football/business person like Brad Johnson
 
Mt Isa Mustang said:
Does anyone know any of these people?
I knew about Sam Riley's history but nothing else really.

What do these people actually get from being on the board? Is it a paid position?
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No, board members is a voluntary thing. Most do it either for the love of the club, to make the club better, to enhance their reputation + plus goes on their resume. Or all of the above. But you're meant to be a member, because being a board member you're meant to be wanting the club to succeed and to make it better.
 
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