posted by Hamza on Apr 22
Dear Fellow Exhibitors:
We are looking at one of the most critical Director-at-Large elections in CFA history. With a very precarious financial future, we need to pay extra sharp attention to each Director-at-Large candidate’s qualifications and experience in leading the fancy into the future.
At first, I was going to give an editorial and endorsements on the candidates. However, after some thought I decided against doing so.
Instead, I believe it is more important to talk about what CFA needs at this time and to let your conscience guide you to make informed ethical choices in choosing Directors-at-Large who will best represent your club’s interests.
The first consideration for qualifications should be in regards to ethics. You must ask yourself, “Is the candidate able to put CFA’s welfare before his/her own and his/her own personal prejudices?” There is one board member that is running for re-election who has time and again put her own personal agenda before CFA’s best interests. This self-serving behavior is something we do not need at this time.
The second consideration should be about who has had a successful track record in business and management. You can see for yourselves that we are at a financial crossroads. Business and management experience should not be the ONLY qualification; however, when you are putting pluses and minuses into columns, business and management experience is definitely a plus!
The third consideration is possessing strength of character. Having strength of character is something that cannot be taught. Either strength of character is inherent or it is not, and it is a must in challenging times. We must elect individuals who can remain strong in their convictions to changing CFA.
Change will not come easy.
With our current board, it seems as though intimidation and a dictatorial style is the prevailing leadership method. It is important we elect Directors-at-Large who will not be pushed.
Director-At-Large candidates also need to address their commitment to disclosure and transparency. If they cannot commit to those two practices, then they should not and must not get our votes.
Friends, please look at each candidate with a keen eye. Look at their past records and actions. Ask questions and listen to the answers.
Examine how each of their qualifications fits CFA’s needs in these critical times. This election must not be a popularity contest as it is an important election. Don’t vote for your friends or the candidate who will have the power to award your cat.
Do vote your conscience.
Warmest regards,
Jerry