Dear Permaculture Australia member,
As a current financial member, you are invited to the Permaculture Australia Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on Saturday 27th April 2024, 1pm EST (Melbourne / Sydney Time) online via Zoom.
Links for associated documents are available here
Attendance via Zoom – Attendance via zoom is welcome, the zoom meeting will be activated right on 1pm. You will be required to pre register, for attendance purposes. Please register HERE You will need to pre register to be sent the live link.
Nominations to the Board – Members can nominate themselves or another member they think is suitable and willing to serve on the Board*. People nominated must hold a Permaculture Design Course (PDC) certificate or VET Permaculture Cert III or higher, and confirm they are willing to stand and are familiar with or will become familiar with the responsibilities/time commitment outlined in the document ‘What Does Board Membership Involve’.
If you are unable to attend the AGM, and are a current memeber, you can still vote (All proxies are to be returned by email to the Secretary by 1pm Friday 26th April 2024).The instructions on how to vote via proxy and the form for you to complete to nominate your proxy voter are here: LINK
Under the Permaculture Australia Constitution, members who wish to stand for election to the Board must be nominated by at least 2 other current financial members of Permaculture Australia. If you wish to self-nominate and don’t know any PA members, then include a couple of references from people who know what relevant skills you have to offer PA in your nomination information. You are able to NOMINATE HERE or PA members attending the AGM can nominate during the AGM if they feel they have enough information about you (you are also entitled to speak to the meeting in support of your self-nomination).
We look forward to receiving your responses/nominations and are happy to answer any questions you may have. In fact, we encourage anyone who’s considering nominating to chat with a current Director/s.
Regards
Board of Directors
Permaculture Australia
http://www.permacultureaustralia.org.au
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Lauren O’Reilly
PDC 11 years ago, Cert IV in 2017, I run an make a living from my permaculture business desiging and building gardens & consulting. I have just opened my second public permaculture demonstration garden (in the heart of mullum) have worked in east Timor and for the last 3 years have been coordinating and teaching the Cert IV Permaculture through the Byron Community College. in 2022 I started Northern Rivers Permaculture Network a not for profit.
I practice and teach project management within permaculture and really believe in the power of permaculture to help heal our communities.
Fernando Moreno Rodriguez
As a seasoned Business Administrator, I bring a track record of strategic prowess and commercial acumen, cultivated across dynamic industries such as manufacturing, construction materials, and fashion. From the outset of my career, I’ve been a staunch advocate for strategic planning, recognising its pivotal role in driving organisational success. I have spearheaded numerous entrepreneurial endeavours, each underscored by meticulous strategic planning aimed at capturing market opportunities and maximising commercial potential. This experience has equipped me with a nuanced understanding of the intricate interplay between strategic vision and commercial execution, allowing me to navigate complex business environments with agility and foresight. In my capacity as a leader, I have actively contributed to designing and implementing robust strategic frameworks tailored to organisational objectives, fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability. My expertise extends beyond strategic planning to encompass commercial strategy development, encompassing market analysis, product positioning, and revenue optimisation. I am driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to delivering tangible results, making me well-suited to contribute effectively to the strategic direction and commercial success of PA as a member of the board of directors.