RICHARD VAUGHAN FOR BADMINTON EUROPE DIRECTOR
It was a privilege to be elected as the Vice-President for Europe, at the Badminton World Federation (BWF) by the significant majority of Badminton Europe members in Baku in 2023. This four year term runs through to 2027, a requirement of this position is that I serve as a Director for Badminton Europe through 2027.
Who am I, and why I would be the best Director candidate for Badminton Europe?
I am a double Olympian and former world number seven singles player. Since retiring as an athlete, I have worked in digital for a Google Gold Partner Agency, as CEO of Badminton Ireland, senior leadership roles across several sports.
I have an MBA, CPA accounting qualification, a graduate of the Institute of Company Directors, and I am completing a PhD in Sports Governance.
I have successfully run sports federations for the past decade, I understand your day-to-day business, and for the past two years I have been representing your interests at the Badminton World Federation (BWF) as the BWF Europe Vice-President (Please note the BWF Vice-President position is dependent on me being a Badminton Europe Director.
For these reasons I feel I am the best candidate to represent you and the issues that matter for European Badminton
What will be my focus points as a Badminton Europe Director?
To represent Member Association (MA) interests, both the bigger and smaller MA’s, and with that the best interests of Europe at the BWF as the BWF European Vice-President.
A large focus will continue to be improved governance at both a European and World level, improving transparency and building a positive culture within the sport. I am a supporter of term limits with bring fresh perspectives and encourage diverse leadership.
My journey in badminton, from player to administrator, has reinforced my belief in the power of sport to unite and inspire people across borders. As we look to the future, I am eager to work alongside all of you to ensure that badminton continues to flourish on the global stage.
For more information, or to share your thoughts and questions, please contact me on the links below. I look forward to meeting you all in wonderful Belgrade this March, if not before, and I sincerely thank you for your time, your trust, and, most importantly, your support.
Let us continue to grow badminton together. Thank you.
Yours Sincerely
Richard Vaughan PhD ©, MBA, OLY, CPA, GICD
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