13th July 2023
On Monday 10th July, Anthony Ursino gave notice that he would be stepping down from the role of President, and the board, effective immediately. The AMA board is schedule to meet in August and the AGM is scheduled for 18th October, Vice President Warrick Baker has agreed to step into the role in the interim, the board will make a decision in August about whether to appoint a new President for the period leading up to the AGM (where the role will be open for nominations anyway).
The convention is that President and Vice President positions are held for two years at a time, although the limit under the Constitution is longer than this. This coming AGM marks the end of that two year cycle and under normal circumstances, and Anthony’s intentions, there would have been a change of leadership in October.
Thanks to Anthony for his tireless work for the AMA during his almost two years as President, and two years as Vice President before that. His commitment to moving the association forward, representing the interests of retailers, willingness to ask big questions, and determination to bring in new voices either within the board or in consultation with other members, has resonated with all of the AMA’s work during a period of considerable change.
– Alex Masso, Executive Officer.