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Board Election 2015 / Chadwick & O’Shannassy re-elected [update]
« on: November 09, 2015, 10:54:31 PM »
Property developer Joe Russo nominates for Richmond board

JON ANDERSON
Herald Sun
November 09, 2015 7:30PM

FRUSTRATION at a lack of ultimate success and a belief “freshness” is required has prompted a Richmond Football Club board challenge from property developer Joe Russo.

Russo, 44, is a 21-year member of the Tigers and sponsors the club’s VFL team. He has also contributed over $1 million to Richmond’s Fighting Fund.

His preference was not to challenge board members Rex Chadwick and Maurice O’Shannassy (who are up for re-election) in the knowledge a board election, set for December 8, would cost around $100,000.

“I hate to cost the club money but in the end it will be a cheap expense that will instil the fresh ideas we require to win a premiership,” said Russo, whose company Caydon is developing the Nylex site in nearby Cremorne.

“And that’s why I nominated before the closing time of 6pm yesterday because I want a premiership. I think we as members deserve a premiership given the loyalty we have shown.

“There are a few people who have been on the Richmond board for a very long time and it’s also a very one-dimensional board given the number of accountancy and legal backgrounds.

“I think a healthy board requires a mix of professional backgrounds, including people like me who come from an entrepreneurial business angle.”

Russo was at pains to highlight his challenge, which will be outlined online, would not become personal and that he believed the club was doing plenty right.

“I think the board has done well in many areas and that we have an excellent coach. But I also feel that to go to the next we require new energy.

“That starts at the top and I think a change at board level will help that process. I was aged nine when we won our last Premiership and that is just way too long.”

The Richmond board, led by president Peggy O’Neal who has been in the role for two years, is currently made up of nine people.

http://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/afl-premiership/property-developer-joe-russo-nominates-for-richmond-board/story-e6frf3e3-1227602099882
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Offline Diocletian

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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #1 on: November 09, 2015, 11:34:04 PM »
Had my vote until this:

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“I think the board has done well in many areas and that we have an excellent coach.


Next...
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #2 on: November 09, 2015, 11:36:39 PM »
Quote from: Diocletian on November 09, 2015, 11:34:04 PM
Had my vote until this....

Quote from: Smokey on November 09, 2015, 10:54:31 PM
“I think the board has done well in many areas and that we have an excellent coach.


...next....
He followed that up with "But I also feel that to go to the next we require new energy." So he may still have your vote. :shh
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #3 on: November 10, 2015, 06:00:32 AM »
I think we need new people on the board -
There is a sameness about it and they all seem too familiar with each other to actually challenge current thinking
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“I find it nearly impossible to make those judgments, but he is certainly up there with the really important ones, he is certainly up there with the Francis Bourkes and the Royce Harts and the Kevin Bartlett and the Kevin Sheedys, there is no doubt about that,” Balme said.

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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #4 on: November 10, 2015, 06:51:01 AM »
Quote from: Smokey on November 09, 2015, 10:54:31 PM

Russo, 44, is a 21-year member of the Tigers and sponsors the club’s VFL team. He has also contributed over $1 million to Richmond’s Fighting Fund.


This is the bit that concerns me

But whatever

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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #5 on: November 10, 2015, 07:43:22 AM »
He tips money into the footy club and wants us to win a flag.

What a douchebag
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #6 on: November 10, 2015, 10:16:21 AM »
Quote from: Petey on November 10, 2015, 07:43:22 AM
He tips money into the footy club and wants us to win a flag.


We all want to win a flag

But....I wait to see how he intends as a board member he is going to ensure this happens.   

I'm always concerned when potential board members flag how much they have given to the club or that they are a sponsor.

What difference does it make? Doesn't mean they will make a good director or that it gives them some special right to a place on the board.

Other direcotrs on the board have given significant amounts to the FTF but I don't see that appearing in the media...

That's why it concerns me

 
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #7 on: November 10, 2015, 11:01:02 AM »
Another one trying to buy his way in, another self promoting, only in it for what it can do for me, Bogan.

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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #8 on: November 10, 2015, 11:07:44 AM »
Quote from: WilliamPowell on November 10, 2015, 10:16:21 AM
Quote from: Petey on November 10, 2015, 07:43:22 AM
He tips money into the footy club and wants us to win a flag.


We all want to win a flag

But....I wait to see how he intends as a board member he is going to ensure this happens.   

I'm always concerned when potential board members flag how much they have given to the club or that they are a sponsor.

What difference does it make? Doesn't mean they will make a good director or that it gives them some special right to a place on the board.

Other direcotrs on the board have given significant amounts to the FTF but I don't see that appearing in the media...

That's why it concerns me
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #9 on: November 10, 2015, 11:35:11 AM »
get a dictator
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #10 on: November 10, 2015, 12:32:13 PM »
Correct bents. Dictator is exactly what this club needs.

These pussys have had it good for too long.

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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #11 on: November 10, 2015, 02:25:57 PM »
Quote from: Angus Hampson on November 10, 2015, 12:32:13 PM
Correct bents. Dictator is exactly what this club needs.

These pussys have had it good for too long.

 :huh3

Funny I thought we had one of those dictator types about 10 years ago and the majority complained about it and him 

You might have heard of him, IIRC his name was Clinton Casey

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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #12 on: November 10, 2015, 04:45:49 PM »
I'm with you WP..Feel somewhat uneasy when folks mention how much  folding stuff they have given.
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #13 on: November 10, 2015, 05:18:30 PM »
Quote from: Stalin on November 10, 2015, 11:35:11 AM
get a dictator

Quote from: Angus Hampson on November 10, 2015, 12:32:13 PM
Correct bents. Dictator is exactly what this club needs.

These pussys have had it good for too long.



Yes! We need a dominant alpha type to take control. Only then can we reach the pinnacle.
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Re: Board Election 2015
« Reply #14 on: November 10, 2015, 06:39:26 PM »
A couple of dominant alpha types would be most welcome on the playing field!
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