| |
Ennead
Board Election Process:
In
accordance with the bylaws of Ennead ARTICLE IV, Section 1, "There shall be
an annual election of three (3) men and three (3) women as members of the
Board of Directors for a term of two (2) years". This system provides for an
element of continuity as well as the injection of new ideas and energy from
the incoming Board members.
Phase One - Nominating of Candidates
A nominating committee of the six (6) most recently elected Board members
shall recruit and nominate at least five (5) men and five (5) women for the
Board vacancies. An official notice of the candidates will be
given to the general membership by Saturday July 4, 2009. Additionally, nominations will be accepted from the floor. This requires a
petition of at least twenty (20) members in good standing of the Krewe.
Phase Two - Voting
The Voting Process: The election will take place at the University Club,
Saturday August 14, 2010. All official ballots will be counted immediately
following the voting at the Annual Business Meeting.
HOW
TO VOTE ABSENTEE:
In the event any member knows in advance that he/she will be unable to
attend the Annual Business Meeting, he/she may personally request an
absentee ballot from the Chair, Marta Vinzant. The absentee
ballot must be completed and mailed by the requesting member to the Krewe
mailing address, to be received no later than the Wednesday preceding the
Annual Business Meeting. Email ballots are unacceptable. Deadline:
Wednesday, August 11, 2010.
Charles Boone |
Charles Boone served as a Duke in 1998, King Ennead XIV in 2004, and a
Director of Ennead in 2001 and 2002. He is a native Memphian and a
member of Hope Presbyterian Church, the Kiwanis Club of Downtown
Memphis, and the Memphis Country Club. After graduating from East High
School he received a B.A. degree and JD degree in five years from
Vanderbilt University.
His professional pursuits include Vice President of Malone and Hyde
where he invested in and developed commercial real estate. He later
formed a real estate brokerage company and developed the Quality Inn
and Cockeyed Camel at Poplar and I-240 and the St. Louis Truck Stop at
Exit 18 on I-40 and U. S. 64 that has now become St. Charles Place. His
latest endeavor, working with fellow Ennead member Walt Henley, is the
development of a computer education program Watchknow.org.
Charles enjoys his involvement in Carnival Memphis charity events and
hosting Ennead events in his home |
|
Dottie Crihfield |
I joined Ennead in 1989. In the early 90's I was a Board Member, on the
Royal Court, chaired committees and headed up small groups. It was a
place to make friends and network with single people with similar life
styles. I have seen Ennead through its ups and downs and believe Ennead
needs youth AND experience. I would like to help us stay stable, so I
bring that experience!
I am a native Memphian, attended Messick, and educated as an R.
N. where I worked as an ICU/ER nurse. For many years I traveled
the country and taught Quality Assurance before retiring and starting
a design/landscape business, Lovely Lawns. I have been successful
and continue to manage the business end and physically work daily.
Since I am now Empty Nested, I have time to better participate with
my extended family, Ennead. I hope you will allow me to continue
to contribute by being on the board. Thanks for your consideration. |
|
Ron Kirkpatrick |
I have been a member of Ennead for a few years and I have really
enjoyed the Krewe. If elected to the Board, I will (along with the other
Board members) serve Ennead with enthusiasm and dedication. I was born
and raised in Memphis, but I made my home in Atlanta, GA for over 20
years. I returned to Memphis about 18 months ago. I am involved in a few
different business ventures, but my professional background has
primarily been in real estate development, both commercial and
residential projects. |
|
Michelle Kornberger
|
I became a member of Ennead in August, 2009. I joined Ennead because of
its work for children's charities. Since becoming a member, I have
served Ennead in various ways. I took over editing our newsletter in the
Fall, 2009. This is an important tool that keeps each Ennead member
informed of all our activities. I have helped decorate various parties
as well as worked the registration table for various events. I have
sponsored a potential member, hosted wine parties and participated in
our 2010 Black Tie Tennis Shoe skit. My goal as a board member would be
to help increase Ennead's membership and make it an even better
organization then it already is.
I have extensive experience serving on a Board of Trustees. which
I hope to use to benefit Ennead. I served on the Board of Trustees for
the Tennessee Association of Middle Schools in the following
capacities: newsletter editor (3 years), Vice President,
President-Elect, President, and Past President.
I moved to Memphis in 1995. I currently teach for Memphis City
Schools. I am an active member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic
Church in Germantown and serve my in duties related to our weekly Sunday
Mass as well as every Wednesday afternoon during the school year as the
assistant to the Director of Religious Education.
|
|
Jim
McGarrity
|
I am a
native Memphian, and have been a member of Ennead for a year and a
half. It has been a great experience, and I have been very fortunate to
meet and socialize with a great group of people. I believe that is
important to be a participant, and to assist in some capacity. I also
believe that it personally rewarding to serve. Therefore, I have
decided to be a candidate for the board of Ennead. It would be an honor
to be able to perform and to give back in that capacity.
|
|
Ellen
Patrick |
Thank you for the opportunity to run for a position on the Ennead Board
of Directors and a chance to take on the responsibilities which will
be required to hold such a position. I have a Bachelor of Science degree
from the University of Tennessee and I am currently employed by Ozark
Motor Lines Inc. in the Information Technology department as a LAN
support specialist. I became a member of the Grand Krewe of Ennead in
2004 and have enjoyed everyday spent making great friendships. I have
enjoyed working on committees such as the registration desk, decorating
committee, a Caller for the calling committee. Last year I hosted a wine
party at my house and this year I was in charge of sending invitations
for the Ennead Coronation and Clubroom. My participation in Black Tie
Tennis Shoe competition for the past two years has been a fun
experience. As a Duchess on the Royal court in 2009, I enjoyed the
wonderful opportunity to represent Ennead and interact with the members
of all of the Krewes of Carnival Memphis. I am proud of the money that
Ennead helped raise for Children's Charity Initiative and the high
esteem to which we are held by other krewes of Carnival Memphis. I have
also enjoyed my past volunteer work with STARS and current volunteer
work with Memphis in May Music Festival and BBQ competition. I am proud
to be a nominee for the board and if elected, I look forward to the
challenge of making the coming year an exciting and successful one for
members. |
|
Gaynette Price
|
In 2005, I joined ENNEAD to meet other single, professional adults. My
career as a senior manager in educational sales required that I travel a
4-state area leaving me little time for a social life. I needed help!
Through my church's divorce recovery program, I met amazing friends who
began to fill the social void in my life, who introduced me to ENNEAD
and who sponsored me for membership. In ENNEAD, I have made lifetime
friendships, joined in fantastic activities, worked on a variety of
events, and am representing ENNEAD as a Duchess on our 2010 Royal Court.
Now, I would like to use my professional sales skills and expanded
personal contacts to further serve ENNEAD's leadershp team. It was
exciting to get the call urging me to run for our Board, and, if
elected, I will work to take ENNEAD to the next level of Krewe growth in
Carnival Memphis. My job responsibilities now allow me to focus on the
Memphis area, giving me opportunity for expanded service in ENNEAD. Your
vote will allow me to have this privilege and responsibility. |
|
