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2024 AGM
Nominations are now open for the 2024/25 Business Canterbury Board
Join us at our Annual General Meeting
Like to come along on 24 October for our AGM? We will reflect on the past financial year and announce our new Board of Directors.2024/2025 Board Nominations
Nominations are now open for the Business Canterbury Board.
It is an exciting time to be part of the Governance of Business Canterbury following the organisation’s recent transformation, the most visible being our new name and brand. This is underpinned by a new business model and a range of new products and services. We are now looking to maximise our return on our transformation investment with a strategy focused on driving growth, embedding outcomes and ensuring tangible benefits and value for our members.
We are looking for a diverse and forward-thinking Board that strategically supports our Chief Executive in shaping our organisation's future. Our Board roles are voluntary non-paid positions, however attending our major events and contributing to our purpose are just some of the benefits you will receive as a Board member.
All members of the Board will have previous governance experience that is aligned to and can support the strategic direction of the organisation. They should also have a genuine interest in supporting and aligning to our purpose and vision “to be the best business partner for Canterbury business” and “Canterbury is one of the best places in the world to do business. Led by inspired, resilient and connected people resulting in a thriving business community.”
Under our new Constitution
, the Board which we are now seeking nominations for will initially consist of four elected members. After their election, up to four additional members will be appointed. All current Board members must step down but may stand for re-election; five have expressed their intention to do so. At the first meeting of the newly formed Board on 18 November 2024, it will be decided which two members will serve for two years, retiring at the 2026 AGM, and which two will serve for three years, retiring at the 2027 AGM. The four elected Board members will then appoint up to four additional members according to clause 8.2(b) of the Constitution.
- ▪️ Our Governance
- ▪️ How to nominate
- ▪️ Key Dates 2024
- ▪️ AGM Agenda & Minutes
- ▪️ Further Questions
Governance Structure
Business Canterbury is guided by our Constitution and governed by our Board of Directors who support the Chief Executive in setting policy and the strategic direction of our organisation. The Board consists of nine directors who are elected by our members at our Annual General Meeting, held in October.
About Nominating
Nominees must be current paid-up members of Business Canterbury. Nominations must be proposed and seconded by 2 organisations who must also be current paid-up members of Business Canterbury. The proposer can be a member of the nominee’s organisation, and the seconder must be from outside the nominee’s organisation.
If you wish to nominate a representative, please complete the nomination form no later than 5.00pm, Monday 16 September 2024.
Part of the form includes questions, a brief bio and a digital photo which will be included on our website as part of the nominee’s profile.
Important Dates
- 26 August: Nominations open
- 16 September: Nominations close at 5.00pm
- 30 September: Electronic voting opens, an email will be sent from Electionz to the CEO or key contact of each member organisation with a link to vote (one vote per member organisation)
- 23 October: Electronic voting closes at 5.00pm
- 24 October: Results announced at AGM, to be held 4.00pm at Business Canterbury, 57 Kilmore Street
Key Documents
The Business Canterbury 2024 Annual General Meeting is to be held on Thursday 24 October, at 4pm. Download a PDF of the agenda for the upcoming meeting. A draft of the 2023 minutes to be finalised at the meeting can be found here.
Our updated financial statements will be available for download shortly.
Historical Documents
The 2023 AGM was held Thursday 12 October 2023.- Agenda from the 2023 meeting
- 2023 audited financial statements
- Signed minutes from the 2022 Annual General Meeting.
Need More information?
If you require more information on the Business Canterbury Board Member Position, you can request a copy of the Board Position Description and the Code of Conduct.
For further information on the Board and organisation you can also contact Leeann Watson, Chief Executive on 03 366 5096 or leeannw@cecc.org.nz or to Paul Deavoll, Board President on Paul.Deavoll@oriongroup.co.nz
