New Committee members

At this years DF95 Globals we made some new friends who have expressed an interest in helping out on the DFICA committee. Details below.

The DFICA is pleased to announce the appointment of 2 new committee members to the team. Two members of the current Executive will be looking to stand down before the next AGM, and these appointments will add strong candidates for election next year and further diversify the representation on the Executive.

David Booth from South Africa brings a wealth of sailing experience and administration. Among his long list of significant achievements are, Vice President of the Optimist Class Association for 11 years, helped set up the Cape Radio Yacht Club, a National Judge, Regatta Organising Chairman and PRO at international events.

Chuck Millican from Florida USA is the current President of the American Model Yachting Association and has a very impressive list of multiple national championships, a member of the US Olympic Yachting Committee and Bermuda Olympic Executive Committee and is highly credentialed in sailing administration and race results.

DFICA Chair Phil Burgess said “We are extremely fortunate to have both David and Chuck join the team. Both are willing to spare their time, experience and skills to further develop our sport and ensure we have a strong succession plan in place for the future of our Classes.”

The current DFICA Committee is:

Chairman – Phil Burgess (Australia)

Vice Chairman – Chris Dance (Australia)

Secretary – Russ Gardner (USA)

Treasurer – Wayne Stobbs (UK)

Media – Tim Long (UK)

Manufacturer’s Representative – John Tushingham (UK)

Committee Member – David Booth (South Africa)

Committee Member – Chuck Millican (USA)

The Rules Committee comprises:

Chairman – John Tushingham (UK)

Member – Chris Dance (Australia)

Member – Russ Gardner (USA)

Member – Buzz Coleman (UK)