Ballot Information and Profile of Candidates for the Election of Two (2) Member Elected Directors to the WACA Board 2020

2020

             Ballot Information
             and Profile of Candidates
             for the Election of
             Two (2)
             Member Elected Directors
             to the WACA Board
WACA 20068

ABOUT THIS ELECTION

Computershare, a leading provider of stakeholder communication
services, has been engaged by Western Australian Cricket Association
Limited (WACA) to conduct and manage your 2020 election of
Member Elected Directors to the WACA Board and to act as the
Returning Officer.
About this Election
There are five (5) nominations for two (2) vacancies to serve as
a Members' Elected Director on the WACA Board from the 2020
Annual General Meeting (AGM) until the 2023 AGM.
How to Vote
Members are able to vote either prior to the AGM (Online or by
Telephone) or at the AGM on 23 September 2020.
Members have the option of voting for one (1) or two (2) candidates
to be a Member Elected Director on the WACA Board. Voting is
optional, but voting Members are required to vote for either one (1)
or two (2) candidates.
Pre AGM Voting Period
Voting Opens: Monday 7 September 2020 at 12:00pm AWST
Voting Closes: Monday 21 September 2020 at 12:00pm AWST
Online Voting:
1. Using your internet browser, navigate to the Computershare
   voting website: www.votingservices.com.au/WACA
2. Enter your Membership number and postcode to log in to the
   voting portal.
3. Follow the instructions provided to vote for either one (1) or two
   (2) candidates you wish to be elected.
Telephone Voting:
1. The telephone voting service will be available from 6:30am to
   3:00pm WST Monday to Friday during the voting period.
2. For Members in Australia please call 1300 376 395. For Members
   overseas please call +61 3 9415 4395.
3. After being greeted, the call centre operator will ask you for your
   full name, Membership number and if you have voted previously
   in this ballot.
4. The operator will then confirm you are happy to have the ballot
   completed by the operator as an independent third party on
   your behalf and ask you for the name of the one (1) or two (2)
   candidates you wish to be elected.
AGM Voting
Members will be able to cast their votes for candidates at the AGM, to
be held on Wednesday 23 September 2020, commencing at 6pm in
the Boundary Room, Lillee Marsh Stand, WACA Ground.
Results
The result of the election will be declared by the Returning Officer
at the AGM.

Conley Manifis                    Richard Marshall
Independent Scrutineer            Company Secretary

Dear Members
                I have been an active member of the
                WACA and am a Fellow of the Australian
                Institute of Company Directors.
                 I have been the WA State Manager of a
                 leading membership association in WA
and believe I will add value to the WACA Board from my
executive experience delivering strong member growth
and retention. I also bring broad and deep networks
within the WA business community from my executive
career and as a Director on boards over many years and
I believe meet the criteria set out in the WACA’s 2020
Notice of Election.
My nomination stems from my wish to contribute to
the progress and development of WA’s iconic cricket
institution and to support the Board and Management
deliver on the WACA’s strategic plan. I acknowledge
and thank Christian Bauer, a WACA Board member, who
supported my nomination.
In my current role as a Partner at Lester Blades, I advise
and consult to Boards and Directors on contemporary
governance practices including Sports Boards, such as
cricket. I have been a Director for over 20 years on Boards
in Sport, the Arts, Health, Membership Associations and
the Education sector both WA and nationally.
Born and bred in WA, I joined Department of Foreign
Affairs serving in Australia’s overseas Embassies before
returning to take up a role working for Wesfarmers CEO,
Michael Chaney. I have an MBA from RMIT University and
am a graduate of the University of WA and Edith Cowan
University.

Suzanne Ardagh FAICD
Candidate

Dear Members
                 It’s been 35 years since I first went
                 to the WACA with my dad. We sat
                 in the old Test Stand, watching Alan
                 Border’s young Australian side take on
                 the Kiwis. We lost, but I’ve got some
                 great memories.
For me, that’s what cricket is about. Memories, with your
family, friends and teammates.
I played cricket throughout my junior years in Bunbury.
These days, I make a much better cricket fan.
I’ve been a WACA member for 13 years. I’m putting my
hand up for the Board because I want to give something
back.
With the Board seeking skills in membership-based
organisations, business and political networks and
government advocacy, I believe I can play a role.
I founded CGM Communications nine years ago and
have grown the business into one of WA’s leading
consultancies. We specialise in strategic communications
with the community, government and media.
Our clients include large corporates, industry associations,
developers, Aboriginal organisations and other not-for-
profits. We engage at the highest levels of government,
shaping public opinion through the media and genuine
community engagement. We have also assisted with the
negotiation of major sports funding agreements.
I believe community engagement is the key to boosting
cricket participation and attendances. Then, by
demonstrating the diversity of support cricket enjoys
within the community through stories, we will give
ourselves the best chance of securing further investment
in our game.
I am married, with two young daughters. I also serve on
the Board of the AWESOME International Arts Festival
for Kids.

Daniel Smith
Candidate

Dear Members
                I hold a BA (Hons) Business Studies and
                I am a member of the Australian Institute
                of Company Directors.
                I have had a close association with the
                WACA and Rugby WA. I was appointed
Director of the Scorchers WA T20 Cricket team and
served on the Advisory Board during their inaugural year.
In developing the Scorchers brand and activation plan I
worked closely with the then Chief Executive, Graeme
Wood and then WACA President, Dennis Lillee.
Subsequently as Brand Marketing Manager of Rugby WA
responsible for the development of the Western Force
strategy, brand, activations and digital marketing content.
I was responsible for full budgetary accountability and
appointment and management of third-party agencies.
I have worked in a wide range of industries and
organisations including Fairfax Media, Carlton & United
Breweries, Perth Airport and Treasury Wines. I am highly
proficient in budget management/planning.
I was an Acting Director during the period of the City of
Perth Council being stood down.
In respect to Membership based organisations I have
been the chairman of the Leederville Early Childhood
Management Committee, a not for profit organisation.
I worked with the Board of Kaleidoscope Initiative as
a mentor working with migrant professional women
to integrate into Perth and develop their professional
careers.
My wide ranging experience across a number of industries
and companies has equipped me to deal directly with
government and agencies at senior level.
I have been nominated to the Board by Sam Gannon,
former WACA Chairman, State and Test cricketer.

Nicola Brandon
Candidate

Dear Members
                Thank you for the opportunity you have
                given me to sit on the WACA Board for
                the past 3 years and I was honoured
                when asked by the WACA Board to
                take over from Ken Michael as Chair last
                October.
Many exciting things have happened over the past three
years and the WACA Board has worked hard to see them
come to fruition. The future looks bright for our great
game in WA.
In addressing the desirable skills as articulated for the
WACA Board I present the following:
Member Based Organisations – Having been a part of
sporting clubs my whole life I am acutely aware of the
importance of Members to an organisation. I wish to
ensure Members have a great experience at every touch
point of our organisation and the Board Directors play a
key role here.
Business and/or Political Networks – Through my
business, political and sporting life I have developed
many good contacts within business in Perth and across
the State and have been able to bring my network to the
WACA as required in many different areas.
Dealing with and Lobbying Government – Being a
member of State Parliament for 16 years, Minister for
Sport and Recreation for 6.5 years has greatly assisted
me in our important dealings with Government.
Having a strong cricket background as a player,
development officer, coach and administrator gives me
a great understanding of cricket in WA.
I would be honoured if you saw fit to elect me for a
further term.

Terry (Tuck) Waldron
Candidate

Dear Members
                I seek your endorsement to be appointed
                as a Member Elected Director because I
                believe I have the skills identified to help
                deliver the WACA’s strategy over the
                next three to five years.
My current role is RAC General Manager Corporate
Affairs where my responsibilities include government
relations, media, internal communications, community
education and sponsorships.
My previous roles include Chief Executive Officer and
Company Secretary of a national member organisation
and Strategic Priorities for WA Sport Reference Group
Member. I am Deputy Chair of Football West, Chair of
the Australian Automobile Association’s Policy Forum,
and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company
Directors.
I am experienced in accountability across member
organisations, business and government, including as
a former adviser to an Australian Government Minister
and Chief of Staff to the Victorian Minister for Sport and
Recreation.
As a Chief of Staff I have built transferable skills and
understanding of infrastructure, events and programs
across community and sporting associations, and
governing entities including Cricket Australia, Cricket
Victoria, MCG Trust, Melbourne Cricket Club, Melbourne
Olympic Park Trust, State Sport Centre Trust and Victorian
Major Events Company.
Cricket plays an important role in our lives and makes a
wonderful contribution to our community.
This is why my focus is on ensuring we have the
funding and programs available for active cricketing
communities, to deliver infrastructure and events, and
provide the opportunity for every cricketer, no matter
what age or ability, to reach their potential.
Thank you for considering my nomination.

Will Golsby
Candidate