{"id":31655,"date":"2023-03-15T13:18:28","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T13:18:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/?page_id=31655"},"modified":"2023-04-13T09:02:53","modified_gmt":"2023-04-13T08:02:53","slug":"candidate-video-interviews-and-personal-statements","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/archive\/events-archive\/agm-2023\/candidate-video-interviews-and-personal-statements\/","title":{"rendered":"Candidate video interviews and personal statements"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--\n\n<blockquote>\n\n\n<h4><strong>There are three candidates for two elected Board Director roles. The decision who to vote for is entirely yours, but <a href=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/agm-2023\/cast-your-vote\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">please do vote<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<\/blockquote>\n\n--><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3><strong>Internet voting has now closed<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4>Our sincere thanks to everyone who took the time to participate<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Ben Lloyd, GW4BML<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_31663\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/EsIe3qXWf3s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-31663\" class=\"wp-image-31663 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Ben-Lloyd-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Ben-Lloyd-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Ben-Lloyd-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Ben-Lloyd-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Ben-Lloyd-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Ben-Lloyd-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Ben-Lloyd.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-31663\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">[Click on the image above to play the video]<\/p><\/div><strong>Curriculum Vitae:<\/strong> I am an inspirational and results driven professional, who has entrepreneurial drive and the strong work ethic required to continuously exceed all tasks given. I would bring a strong sense of urgency, responsibility and accountability to any project undertaken. I am Chair of the \u2018Mike-Whiskey\u2019 amateur radio group based in Wales. We have organised successful gatherings, radio days, support for new amateurs and helped members start RSGB contesting. I am also heavily involved in activating and chasing SOTA and help our local Welsh group by organising meets, so all members and friends put a face to a name.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Personal Statement:<\/strong> I have been involved at board level as a Secretary and Vice Chairman with over 8+ years of experience in a previous volunteering organisation I belonged to. After taking a few years out to spend time with my new-born lovely little baby girl and partner &#8211; I believe its time I began using my experience and skills by helping another organisation I have connections with. I have been an amateur radio SWL for 15+ years and licensed for a further 3 years. I believe by joining the Board, I can make a more significant contribution to the society and its role in protecting and promoting amateur radio, as well as providing relevant services to its membership.<\/p>\n<p>Being a Key Account Executive for a rather large company, I have significant commercial experience mainly gained from senior sales positions in the electronics sector globally. My experience though is not limited to sales \u2013 I have gained substantial understanding of other functions such as Marketing .. IT .. Customer Service and Technical backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p>The G4 call-sign was available for me to purchase after passing my full exam from Ofcom over a year ago. I was M7BML, 20BML and wanted the prefix BML \u2013 this meant something personal to me. The only route to take was the G4BML route, so here I am! I\u2019m young, very enthusiastic and would like to use my skills to support the RSGB board and its members in the future!<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>NOMINATORS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Richard Horton, G4AOJ<br \/>\nPhilip Sandell, G4HQB<br \/>\nGS Lee, G4XXI<br \/>\nPhilip Catterall, G4OBK<br \/>\nBrian Jones, GW6ZYI<br \/>\nGW Peck, G4OIG<br \/>\nTG Jeacock, G0EZY<br \/>\nFraser Wenseth, MM0EFI<br \/>\nHI Evans, GI0AZB<br \/>\nAllan Jones, GW4VPX<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Paul Nicholls, M0PVN<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_31664\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Izr5UM62Xfc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-31664\" class=\"wp-image-31664 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Paul-Nicholls-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Paul-Nicholls-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Paul-Nicholls-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Paul-Nicholls-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Paul-Nicholls-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Paul-Nicholls-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Paul-Nicholls.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-31664\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">[Click on the image above to play the video]<\/p><\/div><strong>Curriculum Vitae:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Degrees:<br \/>\n<\/strong>LLB (Hons) : Law<br \/>\nMA: Theology<\/p>\n<p><strong>Post Graduate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Admitted as Solicitor<br \/>\nAdmitted as Barrister (non-practising)<br \/>\nHigher Rights Solicitor-Advocate<br \/>\nAssociate; Chartered Institute of Arbitrators<br \/>\nAccredited Commercial Mediator<\/p>\n<p><strong>Committee \/ Board Work<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Previous Chair; MASS (Motor Accident Solicitors Society) \u2013 current board member<br \/>\nPrevious Chair of Governors Turves Green Primary School<br \/>\nPrevious Committee member; MARS (Midland Amateur Radio Society)<br \/>\nPrevious Church Leader \/ committee member: Christian Life Church<br \/>\nPrevious Chair; Birmingham Law Society PI Group<br \/>\nCurrent Senior Partner; Nicholls Brimble Bhol<br \/>\nIT \/ WORD literate<\/p>\n<p><strong>Personal Statement:<\/strong> I have been an avid radio enthusiast for 45 years, I was an SWL at the age of ten, fixing and using old military equipment. I hold a full licence.<\/p>\n<p>I have been an active member of my local radio club for some years and helped for some time with activities and exams.<\/p>\n<p>As a practicing lawyer, I have helped scores of amateurs with their legal problems, some radio related and some general legal queries.<\/p>\n<p>I was chair of a national legal group and am still an active member of that board, I routinely advise and have advised boards of some multi-national companies on legal matters of all kinds.<\/p>\n<p>Being a lawyer, I understand legislation and the black print of law well, so am well placed to advise on matter of law. As a commercial mediator, I am trained to handle conflict so believe I can bring more than just enthusiasm to the table,<\/p>\n<p>I believe I have the soft, practical skills \u2013 and age (I am 55) to be enthusiastic at promoting the best interests of the RSGB.<\/p>\n<p>My role would always be to consider the rights and best interests of members of the RSGB, and to put these first. I\u2019m a team player who always likes to be involved and wants to see things done. I\u2019m experienced and trained enough to cut through waffle, and understand quickly the practical issues of problems.<\/p>\n<p>I would love to be able to offer my skillset top assist the RSGB and its members.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>NOMINATORS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Daniel Smith, 2E0LNE<br \/>\nDarryl Parkes, 2E0FXJ<br \/>\nAlan Bailey, M0IQM<br \/>\nPeter Davies, M6PDJ<br \/>\nJohn Storey, G8SH<br \/>\nJohn Harrison, G0UBE<br \/>\nTony Walker, M3LTV<br \/>\nNick Major, G0HFL<br \/>\nTerence Stack, M0KKO<br \/>\nStephen Vickers, M0SSV<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Leonard John Paget, GM0ONX <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_31665\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/NCu-Heig0Dw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-31665\" class=\"wp-image-31665 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Len-Paget-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Len-Paget-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Len-Paget-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Len-Paget-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Len-Paget-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Len-Paget-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/files\/2023\/03\/Len-Paget.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-31665\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">[Click on the image above to play the video]<\/p><\/div><strong>Curriculum Vitae:<\/strong> I am a retired Lighting Engineer and former Fellow of the Institution of Lighting Professionals and Incorporated Engineer.<\/p>\n<p>I have been a RSGB volunteer since 2003 having held the posts of Deputy Regional Manager, Regional Manager, Planning Advisory Committee Chair, Company Secretary and Director. I play and active part in my local club being its exam secretary, trainer, Committee Member and Trustee as it is a registered charity.<\/p>\n<p>My main radio interests are homebrew construction, HF and VHF \u2018ragchewing\u2019 and describe myself as a lazy DXer. I also take part in the occasional club contest and activating Special Event Stations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Personal Statement:<\/strong> In the past I have been the Board Liaison for the reunification of RAYNET, the early stages of Brickworks, the Platinum Jubilee Celebration, the 2022 Commonwealth Games, the Regional Team and contributor to projects lead by other Directors. On air abuse, poor operating standards and jamming is something many radio amateurs have been adversely affected by. Unfortunately, a Freedom of Information request confirmed by our own online request for examples of properly documented reports to Ofcom showed that there were less than half a dozen reports in recent years. We all know the problem is much bigger than, but Ofcom have indicated their wish for reports to come directly from those affected and not via the RSGB. In 2022 I visited Ofcom\u2019s Listening Station at Baldock to help get a better understanding of Ofcom capabilities and what information they require before they will take enforcement action. It was confirmed that compared to the old Radiocommunications Agency they have a much lighter touch to enforcement. Following the meeting, Ofcom have agreed to update their advice on their website and make reporting simpler and their performance measurable. I am also currently a member of a review group looking at the governance of the RSGB with view to making it more accountable to its members and incorporating many of lessons learned after Covid. The year ahead is going to be a difficult one for the RSGB and its members and we must ensure best value for money for our members.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>NOMINATORS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p>Stewart Bryant, G3YSX <strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Charlie Morrison, GI4FUE<br \/>\nJohn Mattocks, G4TEQ<br \/>\nNick Totterdell, G4FAL<br \/>\nIan Suart, GM4AUP<br \/>\nLiz Cabban, GW0ETU<br \/>\nCatherine Clark, G1GQJ<br \/>\nIan White, GM3SEK<br \/>\nTony Miles, MM0TMZ<br \/>\nGlyn Jones, GW0ANA<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h4><strong>There are three candidates for two elected Board Director roles. The decision who to vote for is entirely yours, but <a href=\"https:\/\/rsgb.org\/main\/agm-2023\/cast-your-vote\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">please do use your vote<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Internet voting has now closed Our sincere thanks to everyone who took the time to participate Ben Lloyd, GW4BML Curriculum Vitae: I am an inspirational and results driven professional, who has entrepreneurial drive and the strong work ethic required to continuously exceed all tasks given. 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