Ron Gauci

Candidate Statement
 

As evidenced in my bio which is attached below, I am an experienced sports administrator and business executive. I am also a qualified company director (GAICD) with significant experience in transformative strategy development, execution and knowledge of best practice governance standards.

I meet your skills criteria with extensive experience in the following areas:

  •  Government relations and external affairs - a long history of working with Ministers and government department executives at Federal & State levels across the country.
     
  •  Media, Marketing & Communications - a simple Google search will see over a decade of dealing with the media in this field. I am respected by journalists and often sought out for commentary on key issues.
     
  • Business Development - A very long history of creating innovative revenue streams, negotiating commercial outcomes and growing businesses.
     
  • International Business  - I have held executive positions for multinational corporate organisations, including previous roles on several Chambers of Commerce. I am currently Co-Opt Vice Chairman of the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organisation (ASOCIO).
     
  • Game Development - I have over four decades of cross functional experience across several different sporting codes. I understand the importance of strong grass roots pathways, game and skills development as well as a strong administration.
     
  • Strategic Business Planning - I have decades experience through my consulting practice in developing strategic plans for small to multinational businesses. My success rate is extremely high due to my ability to offer an independent view on issues and opportunities.
     
  • Technology & IT - I am currently the CEO of the Australian Information Industry Association which is the most influential association representing the full depth & breadth of the IT industry. I have been in the technology industry since the mid S0's & have strong experience in the use of technology to optimise business productivity1 efficiency and effectiveness. I have held senior executive roles within the industry across multinational and domestic organisations.
     
  • Director Qualifications/ AICD or Equivalent - I am a qualified company director and an AICD Graduate (GAICD)
     
  • Board Experience  - I chaired my first board position in the late S0's and have held many and varied board positions since. I have extensive board and Chair experience as well as being contracted to provide board advisory services. I am currently the Chairman of Vicsport. I have also held Board positions across motor racing, Baseball, Softball, Golf and Australian Rules organisations.
     

As the former CEO and Executive Director of the Melbourne Storm Rugby League Club, I led the transformation of the club post the Salary gap saga to what is now one of the most successful sporting organisations in Australia. I did this by implementing a solid strategy, underpinned by good governance, planning, people, systems and processes.

As an experienced board member and executive, I have extensive experience in understanding the role of the board and the executive administration and how they should work effectively together.

I have a strong commercial background working with many organisations in a consultative capacity assisting them to identify their assets and commercialising them to produce a profitable outcome. My connections with the Federal & State government and private corporate sector are extensive and I believe this can bring great value to Football Victoria.

Finally, my father was a professional footballer (soccer) playing at what was then the highest level of the game in Victoria and therefore I was raised with the game from birth. Today, my teenage son is a competent player within the FV community clubs & at his school at Westbourne Grammar. Given my sports experience, my appreciation of the history of the game and the direct day to day experience I have at junior level, combined with my corporate & government network, I have a strong understanding of where I can bring value to the Board of FV. I have a good understanding of the issues and opportunities that face the game in Victoria and Australia.

I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my application further with you. Thank you.

Yours truly,

Ron Gauci
Ph:0419538722
Email: rgauci@bigpond.com

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