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FCANZ Sector Advisory groups
Over the years, Board members such as Paul Fitzsimmons and Mike Renner have brought their knowledge and expertise, but more momentum and depth is required.
The Board has also recognised the need for better member engagement, with many of you having the skills to contribute to the continued growth of the Association, particularly in terms of supporting the Association’s role in the industry and getting messaging through to our client base as to why they should be using professional fencing contractors.
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The member surveys that we have run over the past two years has helped highlight the sectors of work that our members engage in.
To get the process moving we are looking at the formation of the following Advisory groups:
1. Rural
2. Residential
3. Security
4. Horticulture/Viticulture
These are the initial groups proposed, over time we can add other more, especially if we find individuals who want to join together to advocate.
The purpose of the Advisory groups is to advocate for the sectors and grow the sector’s representation and resources, whether it be:
- coming up with ideas and suggestions to help promote these sectors to a range of clients
- adding to partner database to include growth of partners to these sectors
- specialised Best Practice Days
- assisting in the development of industry/ best practice standards for the sector
- contribution to training resources and events
- information sharing, communication, relationship building
- provide information and feedback to the Executive Director and Board
The Board encourages you to consider
As Treasurer, I’m excited to see what we can add to the fencer toolbox next and hope that all members can see that not only are there financial benefits to being a member, but there is also the comradery, networking and education available as well as being part of a bloody great organisation.
Shane Beets | Treasurer, FCANZ
putting yourself forward to join up with one of these Sector Advisory Groups. No matter your company size or your fencing experience (although high quality workmanship is a must!) we are looking for individuals who have good skill sets and want to contribute to our industry’s coverage and growth.
The advisory groups composition is proposed as,
• 3 – 5 volunteer representatives on each Advisory Group.
• FCANZ to cover expenses if incurred
• Online meetings (in an evening) or time to suit will be held at least 4 times a year with a minimum of 1 FCANZ executive to attend each meeting.
