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I would like to announce that I would like to be Youth Coordinator for the CFC.
After a few years break, I am finding that I enjoy working with and for the kids in chess too much not to run.
I recognize that this position is a lot of work and I do admittedly have a very busy schedule, but with speaking to a number of people here at the CYCC, I am confident that there are a number of people that are willing to help with tasks.
I very much believe in our youth and the potential that youth in chess have for the chess community as a whole, as well as the benefits that chess offers to the youth for their development!
I believe that I have a lot to offer in this position and look forward to the support of governors at the AGM.
Last edited by Patrick McDonald; Friday, 8th July, 2011, 09:00 PM.
Re: CFC Youth Coordinator position - Patrick McDonald
Hi Bob;
Is there a list of all Candidates for CFC executive positions somewhere ? Seeing The AGM starts next week would not the common chess players be entitled to know who the Governors will be voting on. It may bring out some more observers to the AGM.
Here is the list I'm aware of, who have openly declared ( some declared in the recent 2010/1 GL 4, which the governors received June 30, & should be posted on the new CFC website soon ):
President: Serge Archambault; Pierre Denommee; Michael von Keitz
V-P: Mark Dutton
Secty: Lyle Craver
Treasurer - Fred McKim
FIDE Rep. - Hal Bond
Youth Coordinator - Michael Barron; Patrick McDonald
Past CFC President - Bob Gillanders
Here is the list I'm aware of, who have openly declared ( some declared in the recent 2010/1 GL 4, which the governors received June 30, & should be posted on the new CFC website soon ):
President: Serge Archambault; Pierre Denommee; Michael von Keitz
V-P: Mark Dutton
Secty: Lyle Craver
Treasurer - Fred McKim
FIDE Rep. - Hal Bond
Youth Coordinator - Michael Barron; Patrick McDonald
Past CFC President - Bob Gillanders
Bob G can correct this if I've missed anyone.
Bob A
In addition Pierre will run for VP if not elected President and Serge will run for VP, Secretary and/or FIDE Rep if not elceted President.
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