Suffolk

<center><img src="http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w37/KaiserFotog/rottentomatoes_big.jpg"></center><p>CAN'T attend an NEQ event.

Once you can address these issues (from the NEQ's end) THEN we can move forward.

Its simply BAD for the NEQ to have banned an instructor and then have other Audi chapters continue and use their services.

What was so bad to "ban" him? Paypal payments?

THEN there are several other &lt;just happen to be NAAC members too&gt; instructors who are &lt;NOT&gt; free to visit, welcome to attend and/or instruct at an NEQ event.

The list is QUITE impressive:
NEQ (now NAAC)Event masters
NEQ (now NAAC) Instructors
Former ACNA BoD members &amp;
ACNA members all thanked and praised (at banquets and by thank you cards and holiday cards....)for their former help and assistance with NEQ events.

Some were also "let go" during their BoD service time and EVEN WHEN an ACNA directive allowed them to finish their NEQ time on the BoD, when the NAAc was formed..............guess what, they were thanked for their service and let go BEFORE their terms were up.
Keep in mind the ACNA addressed this by issuing a directive allowing them to remain and finish out their terms......but guess what, it didn't matter.

How about them apples Bruce?

All some of us had to do was run in an NEQ election provided by the Bylaws of the NEQ and the ACNA as a non profit, and for that, where are we now Bruce?

What can you do as President from both the ACNA and NEQ positions?

Not only are there stalled and unaddressed ethics issues at the ACNA, (you inherit these) but some of us can't even get a reply to our REPEATED INQUIRES.

I have had an issue before the ACNA BoD for OVER a year. Craig Lichety submitted it.

and guess what............happened to Craig...... the ACNA BoD moved the election candidate deadline up on him and 3 others to keep them from running in this years ACNA election which you befitted from, being elected and then becoming the ACNA president.

FACTS win every time Bruce.

I heard what you had to say at the annual meeting. I sat right next to you.
Your words about a "Quorum" spoke volumes about what you, in my opinion, are capable in doing as an elected ACNA BoD member....let alone the new President.

Care to address these: "carried over issues" from above (and others) or will you defer to the Policies and Procedures Committee on those?

-Scott # 3862

Bernie

There was no Bill Congo on my ballot. What are his qualifications? From which chapter does he originate?

sfrvn

Bernie;

Bill Congo is from the Deep South (Georgia) chapter. There were 7 candidate names submitted by the current Board with their bios. As required by the bylaws the Board was required to select the replacement for Matt Hull. The next candidate on the most recent ballot was considered. The Board debated for about an hour. The debate included their contribution to their chapters, their contribution to the ACNA, thier geographical area, thier backgrounds and NFP experience, among other issues. Past ballot candidates were among those considered as well. Bill Congo was not on any prior ballots but he was recommended by a current Board member. Every candidate had positive and negative attibutes. Bill Congo got the highest number of votes on the second ballot and on balance was felt to be the best candidate.

I hope this helps.

Take Care,
Bruce

QShipWagon

That is helpful and I'm glad that you were able to respond. I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts on some of the other issues that have been raised here. I have some amount of understanding of the problems that have been laid squarely in your lap as the new President, but the other questions do deserve some answers if you are able. If you are not able to address the other concerns put forth here, would you be willing to say why? There are a lot of them to be sure, but I think if you were to tackle them one by one, we can get through it, finally. I, for one, realize that although you are President, you are also but one member of the board and you are new to the job. I am however, also under the impression that the President has the power to greatly influence, if not outright determine the agenda for the business of the board. As President of the NEQ, Steve Earley, your fellow executive, insisted that the President set the agenda. I don't think anyone is looking for overnight miracles, but rather a good faith effort to clear the decks and get to the bottom of some old business... which until it is addressed is current business. Thanks.

AudiZilla

Who were the seven candidates considered to serve out Matt Hull's term?

Suffolk

<b>"Bill Congo was not on any prior ballots but he was recommended by a current Board member."</b>

"Every candidate had positive and negative attibutes."

<b>"Bill Congo got the highest number of votes on the second ballot and on balance was felt to be the best candidate."</b>


So who was the first ballot winner? Why a second?

QShipWagon

Face it Scott, as far as a lot of things in life are concerned, it takes some time and natural causes before some people will ever answer for what they've done. Given the advances in geriatric care I don't hold out much hope ... you know, "Render unto Caesar..etc."

QShipWagon

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sfrvn

Paul;

Better communication with the Chapters and Members is a high priority and is on the agenda for the 1/28 Board meeting.

Do you (or anyone) have any suggestions for us? We have thought about using the AudiWorld ACNA forum or a separate weblog. Any ideas?

Take Care,
Bruce

deepquattro

I'll start with an obvious one: When a member files a formal complaint, respond to him or her. Let them know what is going to happen. Or what needs to happen. Or did happen. Or why nothing is ever, ever going to happen.

Simply ignoring them only makes one want to make certain that every member knows what has taken place and who is responsible.

Hint, hint.