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Thomas Kaufhold MRIM (LIFE
THOMAS KAUFHOLD MRIM (LIFE), CHAIR OF THE BOARD, RIMPA
VIEW FROM THE CHAIR
The theme of this IQ edition ‘The Year That Was: Recognise, Reflect and Reset’, has prompted me to reflect how RIMPA has fared over the last 12 months. This time last year I had expectations that COVID would be contained and with vaccinations being rolled out, life would return to normal. The COVID Delta strain soon put an end to these expectations, and once again RIMPA had to dance around the varied and changing COVID restrictions when planning events and meetings.
Nevertheless, I am pleased to report this has not held RIMPA back and there have been several significant achievements. These achievements are provided in more detail in our Annual Report.
However, I do wish to mention some highlights here.
Despite the missed revenue from
RIMPA Live in 2020 we have been able to post a small profit for 2020/21 which is turnaround from previous years. This been achieved through prudent fiscal management and increased revenue from virtual events, workshops and webinars.
Earlier this year, six eager young industry practitioners formed the
Young RIMPA Board. They bring a wealth of experience that belies their age. The Young RIMPA Board has quickly become a great source of new ideas and inspiration to shape the future of RIMPA and our industry. Their enthusiasm has encouraged the Board to think
‘younger’ and approach things from a different perspective. In 2022, we will see Young RIMPA take the lead on a range of communication activities targeted for new and young practitioners.
Ongoing alliance with ALIA and ASA in assessment and accreditation of Records and Information courses across three universities.
Over 100 workshops and 40 webinars were delivered from October to September with 662 participants on various topics and themes. Full time employment of a Trainer/Assessor and engagement of a content writer to assist with the development of RIMPA VET courses.
In this edition of the IQ, you will find an interview with David Fricker, Director General of the National Archives of Australia. David will leave his position at the end of December 2021 after ten years at the helm. It was indeed a privilege for me to interview David to reflect on his achievements for the last ten years in the job, as much has changed over that time.
A recent survey of members indicated that a majority knew very little about their Board members. If you missed the recent webinar where Board Members were interviewed by our General Manager, Anne Cornish, you can read and learn more about the diverse range of professionals at the helm of RIMPA in the featured article “Meet the Board: Engaging Minds, Empowering Success on page 12.
Other topical and informative articles in line with the theme include:
Special Feature: The Year
That Was: Recognise, Reflect
And Reset By Linda Shave
Queensland Branch 45 Years Young
Looking back through the Rear
Window by Craig Grimestad
I would also like to recognise the services of David Pryde Life MRIM, as previous Chair of RIMPA and over a decade of service as Director for the NZ Branch.
Due to the New Zealand Branch recently changing to a Chapter, New Zealand can no longer be represented at Board level under our Constitution. David’s passion and steadfast advice and input will be sadly missed. However, I am certain David will continue to remain involved in RIMPA at a significant level and look forward to seeing what he does next.
In closing I wish you all the best for the upcoming festive season and the enjoyment of coming together with dear friends and family. May 2022 become a prosperous and positive year.
