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by Daniel Noonan

Directors Join Board

Gridiron Victoria Chair Peter Steve has welcomed the appointment of three new Directors to the Gridiron Victoria Board, saying they will bring fresh approaches that will further improve sporting outcomes.

Gridiron Victoria’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointments of Sabine Wagner, Sarah-Jane Mills and Paige Farrell as Directors effective 20 June 2019.

“These three new appointees are highly accomplished and respected Victorians across a range of fields and we are fortunate that progressing our sport is a passion they all share,” Peter said.
“I have every confidence their valuable perspectives and experience will benefit the Gridiron Victoria Board and, in turn, our sport.”

Sarah-Jane is a player within GV’s Womens Competition, and plays for the Croydon Rangers. She will be responsible for GV’s Emerging Programs portfolio. Mills is a qualified lawyer, with a strong background in corporate affairs, senior stakeholder engagement, strategy, organisational change and project management. Mills is currently Project Manager at Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Australia, with extensive experience in continuous improvement and strategic initiatives, has also seen her succeed in developing change within highly political, multimillion-dollar projects.

Paige is a player within GV’s Womens Competition, and plays for the Western Crusaders. She will be working directly as a Technical Director – Womens Football. Farrell’s passion for Gridiron began as a player in the inaugural season of GV’s women’s competition. Being passionate about creating initiatives that generate interest, increasing participation and achieving physical and social health outcomes through sport. Paige is completing a Masters of Sport Business & Integrity and is currently Project Manager & Product Specialist at InteractSport.

Sabine is a passionate advocate for gridiron and women in sport. An experienced player, coach and committee member, she has participated in gridiron both locally and internationally, specifically in Germany, representing Stuttgart and Crailsheim and the German national team. Wagner is currently Head of Product and Marketing for Mercedes-Benz Vans, and is committed to growing the women’s game at a regional, national and international level. Her combined experience in sport and business will be used to guide the direction and growth of the women’s division of Gridiron Victoria, and to create a sustainable future for women’s gridiron. Wagner will be working directly as a Technical Director – Womens Football

Sarah-Jane, Paige & Sabine bring strategic, operational and governance experience to the Board. All with valuable experience in business and sport in general.

Mr Steve said: “The appointments will strengthen the commercial capability of the organisation and have been made at an exciting time for the sport.”

The Gridiron Victoria Board now comprises:

– Peter Steve (Chair)
– Richard Garraway (Deputy Chair)
– Casey Marin
– Daniel Noonan
– Matthew Jenkins
– Courtney Farley
– Sabine Wagner
– Sarah-Jane Mills
– Paige Farrell

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by Daniel Noonan

Top-Notch and Gridiron Victoria continue partnership.

Gridiron Victoria is excited to announce our continued partnership with Top-Notch Trophies & Promotions!

Top-Notch, established in 2012 by Natalie and Rodney Keyaerts, is an Australian operated and owned company that strives to provide a sense of distinction and recognition to every corporate employee and sportsperson in Victoria through the highest quality promotional items and trophies.

A background in the corporate sector with one of Australia’s largest building materials companies and a strong history of coaching, committee positions and volunteering roles in local sporting clubs is the basis for their missions:
• To deliver, design and manufacture products and services to meet the unique needs of each customer
• To meet or exceed the expectations of customers
• To promote the time-saving value by combining professional services, promotional products and trophies
• To provide a professional service that respects the time of volunteers

Top-Notch offers a comprehensive range of professional services, promotional products and trophies, including custom design and gridiron-specific trophies, and friendly service.

Check out their website or contact Natalie and Rodney for further information.

www.topnotchtrophies.com.au

by Daniel Noonan

Director – Member Development

Gridiron Victoria are looking to appoint a Director for Member Development (Appointed – Non-Executive Director)

As a Gridiron Victoria board member, the Member Development Director is responsible for providing support to individual clubs in the areas of governance, funding applications and operational excellence.

Performance Activities:
– Provide transparency, openness and accountability for GV operations and initiatives
– Develop and maintain in conjunction with admin officer a club contact list
– Work with clubs on ongoing review of policies and procedures
– Ensure clubs and state bodies are moving towards Sports Australia best practice
– Develop action plans to address any gaps in club policies and procedures
– Investigate and communicate funding opportunities for clubs at a local, state, and national level
– Develop a club information pack for new and existing clubs outlining Sports Australia best practice and other tools and information that will assist them in running their club
– Provide an opportunity for clubs to communicate directly with GV
– Report monthly to the board on any club support issues

It is a requirement that all interested parties hold or at least, can successfully attain the Victorian Working with Children Check. This role is a voluntary position although all reasonable “out of pocket” pre-approved expenses will be reimbursed.

The role involves attending board meetings (nine per year) in person at an appointed office in Melbourne CBD or via teleconference. The time commitment for meetings would be on average two hours per month and more for ongoing planning and delivery for your assigned portfolio.

Skills:
-Communication
-Marketing
-Board of Directors
-Market Planning & Analysis
-Management/Consultant
-Sponsorship & Grants
-Sports
-Not for Profit organisations

Industry: Sport

To apply for this role or to ask for a copy of the position description, please email your CV & Cover Letter to peter.steve@gridironvictoria.com.au

by Daniel Noonan

Director – Emerging Programs

Gridiron Victoria are looking to appoint a Director for Emerging Programs (Appointed – Non-Executive Director)

As a Gridiron Victoria board member, the Emerging Programs Director (Appointed) is responsible for the development and ongoing management of Gridiron Victoria’s emerging programs, making Gridiron accessible to a wider demographic.

Performance Activities:
-Develop and implement Gridiron Victoria’s emerging programs plan
-Liaise with Communication Director on marketing plan for emerging programs
-Assist in the seeking of funding and sponsorship for GV emerging programs
-Provide clubs with tools to administer flag, youth contact, disability, junior, senior and women’s programs
-Assist in the coordination of State Competitions in conjunction with the State Competitions Director
-Create pathways for non-playing participants in the sport
-Report monthly to the board on progress against plan for the emerging programs

It is a requirement that all interested parties hold or at least, can successfully attain the Victorian Working with Children Check. This role is a voluntary position although all reasonable “out of pocket” pre-approved expenses will be reimbursed.

The role involves attending board meetings (nine per year) in person at an appointed office in Melbourne CBD or via teleconference. The time commitment for meetings would be on average two hours per month and more for ongoing planning and delivery for your assigned portfolio.

Skills:
-Communication
-Marketing
-Board of Directors
-Market Planning & Analysis
-Management/Consultant
-Sponsorship & Grants
-Sports
-Not for Profit organisations

Industry: Sport

To apply for this role or to ask for a copy of the position description, please email your CV & Cover Letter to peter.steve@gridironvictoria.com.au

by Richard Garraway

Multifit and Gridiron Victoria announce partnership.

Gridiron Victoria is excited to announce our new partnership with Multifit Sports!

Multifit is offering a 15% discount (discount code: GVMC15) exclusive to Gridiron Victoria clubs and supporters! PLUS bonus products with your first order, a Club Loyalty program and free shipping for orders greater than $300!

Multifit is also providing our sports medical supplies for the Victorian Eagles U19 Boys representative state team competition!

Multifit, established in 2005 by Daniel Rees and David Tweedie, is an Australian operated and owned company that strives to provide premium quality products to individuals and sporting clubs.

A background in engineering, management and sports marketing facilitates the design and manufacture of bandages and tapes specifically for the Australian environment and an understanding of the Australian sports medical market.

Multifit offers a comprehensive range of sports medical products, friendly service, great value and an industry leading Club Loyalty program.

The benefits of the Club Loyalty program include:
• Earn 1 point for every $10 spent
• No expiry date or limit on points
• Selection of over 20 free products starting at 10 points
• Suitable for small, medium and large clubs

Check out their website or contact Daniel and Stuart for further information.

www.multifit.com.au