Updates from the Board
Board Nominations
• In July, Dennis sent a notice out to all Regional Reps for Board Nominations with responses due 7-31. Nominations were collected and counted. All nominations suggested the board remain as-is. No further actions needed.
• On 9/1 Dennis resigned as BJCP President to focus on his expanded career and family responsibilities. Sandy Cockerham plans to step up from the VP position to fill the role until elections are held in 2024.
• On 9/15 a vote was put to the Reps to install Sandy as President and to choose a VP from two candidates who self-nominated, choosing between Fred Mullner and Gail Milburn on the ballot. Gail was voted in as VP by a count of 8-2. Brian Cooper remains as Treasurer.
Recent Board Actions and Officer Changes
• The Board approved the creation of the Style Directorate with Gordon™ Strong as the first Style Director.
• John Lawless announced his intention to step down from the Comms team late June. Andrew (Comms Director) nominated to add Johann Renner to the team. Board Approved Johann Renner as Asst Director of Communications — PASS 8-0. Welcome Johann!
• Approved Nathan Keffer as LATAM region assistant rep — PASS 10-0. Welcome Nathan!
• Approved Ken Bazley as EMEA assistant rep — PASS 8-0. Welcome Ken!
• John Tull announced he is stepping down from West Region Asst Rep.
