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Do you want to help move BSAC forward and play a key role in its growth and development? Then nominations are now open for BSAC Council.
The countdown to the BSAC Election 2025 has now started, with nominations invited for the BSAC Council posts that will become vacant at the next AGM.
The position of Chair as well as one ordinary Council member post, are up for nominations for election, with the successful candidates taking up their roles on BSAC Council at the 2025 AGM, which will be held online on 25 June at 7pm.
For members with the right skills and experience, the 2025 election could be the chance to help make a difference in the continued strategic growth of BSAC. The coming year will see some key developments as BSAC continues to deliver on its strategic mission focusing on attracting younger members to our BSAC community who are wanting to learn about, enjoy and protect the underwater world.
BSAC Chair Edward Haynes said he hopes that more members with diverse skills as well as a passion for scuba and snorkelling would put their names forward for the Election 2025:
Participating as part of the BSAC Council team can be a hugely rewarding experience and offers the chance to bring your own skillset as well as a shared love of diving to the Board.
With the exciting opportunities as well as challenges ahead for BSAC, we are now looking for candidates with the right mix of business leadership, skills and experience to join the team.
Skills and experience
BSAC Council would particularly welcome members who have board-level or senior management expertise in any of the following areas:
- Charity or National Sports Governing Body (NGB governance)
- Brand development and marketing
- PR, Media, Comms and reputation management
- Other diving training agencies
- Sources of funding
- Implementing EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) strategies
- International business development and partnering
- Commercial diving/retail
Potential candidates should be aware of the time commitment required of BSAC council members before submitting their application. This includes attendance at meetings, which take place at least quarterly, as well as time at BSAC HQ, conferences and shows as required. Council members will also be expected to spend time on tasks and projects allocated to them.
Post-specific requirements
In addition to the role of ordinary Council members, there are additional skills and experience requirements for the post of BSAC Chair, who is responsible for the leadership of Council and of the Board:
- Experience of boards or committees, strategic development, people management and company accounts. Ideally, also experience in corporate governance.
For further information on the role, please contact BSAC Chair Edward Haynes at chair@bsac.com or Mary Tetley at maryt@bsac.com
Interested? What to do next...
You can find full details on how to put yourself forward for BSAC Council in the candidate application pack at bsac.com/candidatepack. Online applications can be made at bsac.com/nomination2025
All applications must be received by BSAC’s Honorary Secretary c/o CEO Mary Tetley at maryt@bsac.com by 23:59 on 31 January 2025.
Nominees for the BSAC Election 2025 must also be listed as a paid-up full BSAC member on the BSAC database at as 23:59 on 31 January 2025. Members may only apply for one position.
Apply onlineBSAC Council election pack
All applications must be received by 23:59 on 31 January 2025.
Special resolutions and motions
Any Special Resolutions/Motions to be raised at BSAC’s AGM 2025 must also be submitted by 23:59 on 31 January 2025.
Special Resolutions/Motions to be raised at the AGM submitted by a branch committee must be accompanied by the relevant extract from the branch meeting minutes. At least four other voting members must second Special Resolutions/Motions submitted by a voting member.
All Special Resolutions/Motions should be sent to BSAC’s Honorary Secretary c/o BSAC Chief Executive Officer Mary Tetley at maryt@bsac.com
