 Bermuda registered charity, Special Olympics Bermuda (SOBda), #972, recently made significant changes to the Board of Directors including the appointment of a new Board Chair, Directors, and roles at their Annual General Meeting.
The newly appointed Board, which includes seven incumbents and four new Directors, is now under the guidance and leadership of former SOBda Secretary, Sacha Richardson who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in disability rights and advocacy, strategic planning, and administrative and operational management of non-profit organizations and small-to-medium enterprises.
In addition to her new role as Board Chair, Richardson also remains responsible for marketing, communications, and high-level administration, while co-leading the Fundraising and Events and Volunteer Committees and sitting on all committees.
Incumbent Board Members
Karen Woollery is an essential figure in the Special Olympics Bermuda (SOBda) organization, holding the esteemed position of National Director (ND) and serving as an ex officio member of the Board of Directors.
Chandra-Lee Bascome, SO Bda Treasurer, is a highly accomplished finance and compliance expert with a passion for serving her community.
Juanita Easton is a dedicated and influential figure within the organization. In her various roles as athlete leader mentor, Co-Chair of the Fundraising and Events and Volunteer Committees, and Mid Atlantic Wellness Institute Liason (MWI).
Cyrelah Raynor is at the forefront of the Unified Champion Schools Program, a groundbreaking initiative for Special Olympics Bermuda (SO Bda) designed to foster social inclusion through purposefully planned and executed activities.
Quennel ‘Coach Q’ Robinson has dedicated much of his career to the development and promotion of sports. As the Sports Director, Coach Q is responsible for overseeing the development and monitoring of all sports programs.
Solay Thomas, an athlete and athlete leader for Special Olympics Bermuda, and a shining example of excellence both on and off the field.
New Directors
Christopher Cunningham is a highly qualified professional with a wealth of experience in the healthcare and sports coaching fields.
Shawnette Easton is a dedicated member of the Fundraising and Events committee and Volunteer teams, where she has been a long-serving and committed member.
Serving in the newly formed role of Family Coordinator, Jennifer Howard, or 'Jen' as she is popularly known, will be responsible for facilitating effective communication between families and the board.
As Secretary (Recording), Tanika Rayner plays a crucial role in ensuring the timely calling of Board Meetings and the meticulous record-keeping of the proceedings.
Click Here to see the Full 2024 Special Olympics Board Press Release
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