News

With out a doubt, the beer industry is going through a significant period of change. Our underlying economic environment is shifting, consumer preferences are changing and with our political ambitions finally coming to fruition it’s now more than ever that we need to be strategic and ensure a sustainable future for the IBA and its Members.

While we are celebrating the wins, we are also facing the challenges head on – we are being dynamic, changing our own strategy, structure and operations, advocating more than we ever have and trying hard to address the systemic issues in the beer industry. All while keeping our eye on the prize of a vibrant and high-quality beer industry for years to come.

We’re not going to lie – it’s a complex time but you can be a part of this as a Board Director. Via this role you would play a key role in helping us navigate these complexities and to set the scene for the next phase of our evolution. We think it’s exciting and we hope you do to!

About the current board

At this years AGM, scheduled for 3pm on 29 November, we have 2 vacant roles that will be elected by our BREWERY MEMBERS. The elected Board Directors who have retired since the last AGM or who are coming to the end of their 3 year term are:

• Glen Brasington, Hawkes Brewery (NSW)
• Callum Reeves, Kaiju Beer & current IBA Chair (VIC)

The role of a Board Director

The Board of Directors is the body responsible for setting the strategy and overseeing the Team.

Elected Directors bring their experience and unique perspectives to make decisions and act in a way that are in the best interest of the IBA and are cultural custodians of the organisation.  

A Director must have the following:

• Knowledge of a Director’s responsibilities – includes an understanding of the role as well as the legal, ethical, fiduciary and financial responsibilities;
• Strategic expertise – the ability to review the strategy through constructive questioning and suggestion and contribute to the effective decision making of the Board;
• Industry Knowledge – experience in the brewing sector supply chain or in a similar industry or organisation.

Nominations are open

If you are passionate about supporting our industry and have the skills, expertise and time to help lead the IBA please nominate or think about tapping someone on the shoulder you think would do a great job at this level.  

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For those who like the details – this is the process!

TODAY – Board Nominations open.  

31 October – Board Nominations close. *DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY 4 NOVEMBER*

1 November – Voting is open.  Reminding everyone that only BREWERY MEMBERS can vote for the Director roles appointed by the membership.

If more nominations are received than the number of vacant roles, Directors will be deemed to be elected as follows:

1. On the highest number of votes;

2. Where there is a tie of votes for an available position – the decision will be made by ‘drawing lots’ which is a random choice.

In the weeks’ following the AGM – the Board will meet and elect a Chairperson.

If you require any further information please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kylie or one of our current Board Directors.