have my helicopter, airplane and glider licenses. I was with a police department before going into the fire department where I spent 27 years and retired as a Fire Chief, I feel I could be a great asset to the board in going forth and
making MOA even better, gaining more recognition within North America for all riders.
John Rector #132206 Hello everyone, my name is John Rector, and I am asking for your vote. I’m running for Director because I want to contribute my time and skills to make a positive contri- bution to the success and future of the MOA and to repay this organization for all the benefits
I have received over the years. Along with the other directors, I will steer
the MOA into the future as we find ways to adapt to the continu- ing challenges of growing our membership in all age brackets, keeping the MOA a viable choice for new cyclists as well as our seasoned riders, and promoting rider skills and safety training for our members. I’ve been a passionate motorcyclist since I was 16. I bought my
first used bike for $300 and never looked back. I’ve owned 14 motorcycles, the last three of which have been BMWs. Currently I ride a 2010 R 1200 RT and a 2003 K 1200 RS. I was involved with the MOA for many years before finally joining in 2007 when I bought my first BMW. This is where I learned about ATGATT. I’ve participated in rallies, have met lots of great people, and am a sup- porter of the MOA Foundation. By day, I’m a professional engineer, having worked for my com-
pany in Kansas City for 38 years. I’m a vice president responsible for $100M in projects around the globe. I’ve been blessed to have traveled to 43 countries, and I’ve seen first-hand that motorcycling is a necessary way of life for millions of people on this planet. I’m always looking for cyclists wherever I travel; it’s a kindred spirit kind of thing. With your vote, I will do my part to keep the MOA alive and
healthy, both functionally and financially. I’m good at working with diverse sets of people, skills, and motivations, and bringing them together. I’m skillful at understanding financial issues and problem solving. I understand that a director means constantly looking down the road, steering around the bumps, and looking for new roads and opportunities, always with an eye on the health of our MOA machine. I’m a fresh face ready to jump in and help drive this organization forward. Maintaining and growing our connection with local clubs, deal-
erships and Motorrad are important to our long term viability. Continuing as a leader in rider training and promoting motorcy- cle safety is critical and will encourage new riders to join our fam- ily. As a director, I’ll spread my passion for this sport and help steer the MOA to the next level. Help me add my fresh set of eyes and
ears to the leadership team, and I pledge to put my experience to work for your MOA. Most of you won’t know me by name yet, but you will. Don’t let this
be a popularity contest. I want to be part of the MOA leadership, and I’m ready to go to work. Thank you for your vote.
Marc Souliere #37836 As a life member for 30 years and an ambassador, I have decided to seek election to the board of the BMW MOA. When I learned that many of the current board members would be leaving the board over the next two years, I felt that our club could benefit from my experience as a former MOA Board Member as well as from the knowl- edge that I have acquired while serving on other
boards and during my career in senior management and as a mediator and facilitator. The work of a board member requires an understanding of the needs
and expectations of our members and a significant commitment to ensuring that the MOA moves ahead in an organized and thoughtful manner, still respecting the traditions and values of our club and its members. Over the last 10 years we have had to overcome significant challenges. This has been a fact of life for the MOA. In the future we will continue to require leadership that has the skills and commitment to guide our club in the direction that members want and need. A club is only as strong as the commitment and generosity of its
members. As chair of registration at the annual rally over a five year period, I have had the opportunity to meet many of you, and I remain impressed with the diversity and commitment of our members. We are very fortunate that we have such a strong, member-based club with so many members giving of their time and effort to make sure that the BMW MOA continues to thrive and prosper. We need to continue to foster this and encourage our members to step up and offer their ser- vices to our club. Only in this way will we continue to meet our club’s mandate of being an organization that serves its members wisely. Should I be elected, I will always strive to make the BMW MOA an
organization that embraces change not for change’s sake but for the changing needs of our members. When change does happen, we need to be conscious of how we manage this change so that negative impacts are reduced while taking the steps that are essential for the future of the BMW MOA. At the end of my last term as a board member I became aware that we
as members are not as well informed about the club as we should be. I believe that the BMW MOA can communicate more effectively with members. You need to be kept better informed and, whenever possible, consulted on major issues facing our club. As a future board member I will make it my calling to help ensure timely and effective communica- tion with all members. I believe that I have the time and experience to serve you and the BMW MOA as a whole. It is my hope that you will allow me to again serve the MOA as a board member. Please cast your ballot in my favor. Thanks.
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