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48 minutes ago, PaulRB said:

Are there any former MFC players with the skill and experience to step into the CEO role? 

I'm not opposed to this, but more agnostic. I think as a club we may be better off not reinvigorating the old boys club, especially for the role of CEO (cf. President). I will state that I do think having a football background is important in the context of operating a professional football club, but don't necessarily think it needs to be an ex-player. 

Off the top of my head, there aren't many former players who have moved into the CEO role - and as of 2023 there were only seven: 

- Cook; 

- Pert;

- Hocking; 

- Kelly; 

- Gale; 

- Garlick; and

- Harley. 

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11 minutes ago, Lucifers Hero said:

@beelzebub have you noticed there are other emoji reactions besidesimage.png.f5a689c1e2dd612215e43e9e4dd622a0.png

 

 

But I like that one 

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Posted (edited)
11 minutes ago, sue said:

More in this, too (subject to reliability of source/s):

Chippendall interim CEO.

Smith to chair in 12 months.

New Board member Chris Barlow.

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Two events.... connected  or not.

Pert resigns... 

Smith nominates

No idea... anyone ? 

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Posted
2 minutes ago, beelzebub said:

Two events.... connected  or not.

Pert resigns... 

Smith nominates

No idea... anyone ? 

Believe it or not the image.png.7dbf9efe1cbe3bd4468b4be63b510c7f.png emoji has disappeared from my emoji options.

Did you pinch it, bb ...

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How  the naysayers are dancing in the aisles, not willing to praise Pert and Roffey for the work they have done in the last few years.

Pert like Roffey has done the right thing to assist the club, some clear air, there is probably a tinge of "who needs this [censored]" also.

I am pleased he is staying on board looking at Caufield, he has put too much effort into it to just walk away.

Can't wait to see how long the honeymoon period for the new permanent Chairman and CEO lasts on here.

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Posted (edited)
13 minutes ago, DistrACTION Jackson said:

Can you summarise the Trac part? 

Don't bother.

The Age reporters have taken past comments by Petracca and current comments by him and somehow weaved it into the Pert story.

Any connection is tenuous and is mere timing.

It is really disappointing that the more reputable AFL reporters are stooping to such low tactics. 

The positive of the story for me is that Petracca is back in the public eye for the first time, performing promotional work and being interviewed.  All are important steps steps in his trauma recovery. 

I just hope that article doesn't derail this thread or bring out the anti Petracca brigade.

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Posted
23 minutes ago, binman said:

I reckon the circumstances ate our comms are dead set hopeless. 

That's on the ceo, and will be my abiding memory of Pert's time at the MFC

[There's no coming back from being eaten! Except the waste products, I guess...]

I'd say there's a good chance there'll be another letter to Members from Brad on this one, possibly with the Jones acquisition, too.

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Posted
52 minutes ago, Pennant St Dee said:

Pert and Roffey gone it is what it is allow the media to speculate and devour the carcass of what is currently an easy kill.

They called for change at the MFC with the off field matters (well published) this year and last, yet when change occurs their manta and position is toward continued turmoil not change to move forward.

It’s time for the playing group and football department to knuckle down, less media and less incidents to draw further attention.  just focus on the infield side of things next season and let that do the talking.

And Chris from Camberwell if you’re on here for god sake stop getting on radio claiming to speak for the majority of Melbourne supporters, you certainly don’t speak for me and quite frankly are embarrassing most times you go to air on Dwayne Russell’s show.

Yeah - cos they just haven't been serious.

Posted
17 minutes ago, BLWNBA said:

I'm not opposed to this, but more agnostic. I think as a club we may be better off not reinvigorating the old boys club, especially for the role of CEO (cf. President). I will state that I do think having a football background is important in the context of operating a professional football club, but don't necessarily think it needs to be an ex-player. 

Off the top of my head, there aren't many former players who have moved into the CEO role - and as of 2023 there were only seven: 

- Cook; 

- Pert;

- Hocking; 

- Kelly; 

- Gale; 

- Garlick; and

- Harley. 

Agree - We need as Melbourne person for President but not for CEO. 

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Posted
4 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

How  the naysayers are dancing in the aisles, not willing to praise Pert and Roffey for the work they have done in the last few years.

Pert like Roffey has done the right thing to assist the club, some clear air, there is probably a tinge of "who needs this [censored]" also.

I am pleased he is staying on board looking at Caufield, he has put too much effort into it to just walk away.

Can't wait to see how long the honeymoon period for the new permanent Chairman and CEO lasts on here.

Are you Gary's wife or mum?

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Posted
11 minutes ago, Lucifers Hero said:

Believe it or not the image.png.7dbf9efe1cbe3bd4468b4be63b510c7f.png emoji has disappeared from my emoji options.

Did you pinch it, bb ...

Mine to.!!

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Posted
1 hour ago, Cranky Franky said:

Not sure how stating the facts is smug or snide.

Several posters here have noted that GP's situation was untenable since the Clarry Mk 2 saga.

I suppose waiting for yourself, Saty or KDF to admit the media got it right & GP had to go is a forlorn hope.

well cranky, if the media got it right, how about purple for pres and morris for ceo?  what could go wrong?

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Posted (edited)

I'm not sure Demonland can have it both ways. 

Can't pin our 'bad culture'/poor performance this year on him, then deny his role in our recent success/'21 flag 

If both are true, to an extent, then we owe him thanks for helping return the Dees to some relevance and success. 

Nothing lasts forever. CEO is a hard gig. Lots of pressure and the pitchforks come out quick. 

Thanks for your contributions, Gary. 

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1 minute ago, BLWNBA said:

Same image.png.61dce74a077f3f18da5753943b974dc4.png

haha!

Maybe the mods removed it.  If so I fear for @beelzebub 's well being

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Posted
53 minutes ago, Pennant St Dee said:

And Chris from Camberwell if you’re on here for god sake stop getting on radio claiming to speak for the majority of Melbourne supporters, you certainly don’t speak for me and quite frankly are embarrassing most times you go to air on Dwayne Russell’s show.

I couldn't agree more! Chris' understanding of football can be summarized by his continuous calling for Jefferson to get a game from the time we drafted him! He may get a game early in 2025, and that is an accurate appraisal of his steady progress to reach the standard required to succeed at AFL level! Chris, unfortunately, has shown no development in his quest for acceptance as a media analyst!

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1 minute ago, Lucifers Hero said:

Good Lord!!!

Maybe @beelzebub pinched them all ...

Maybe the Admins are only going to allow positive reactions so that forum members don't feel bullied if someone doesn't like their comment - seems like a smart idea

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Posted
3 hours ago, VNightCityLegend said:

Good effing riddance!

Culture suffers everywhere he lands. Main catalyst for Collingwood’s shambolic cultural standards and was a massive part in our troubles. No coincidence that at both clubs, regardless of being successful premierships wise. 
 

Really [censored] me off about how he publicly shopped Oliver around. Your job isn’t to list manage!

You clearly have no idea what went on at the pies, maybe educate yourself on the matter first.

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Posted
1 minute ago, waynewussell said:

I couldn't agree more! Chris' understanding of football can be summarized by his continuous calling for Jefferson to get a game from the time we drafted him! He may get a game early in 2025, and that is an accurate appraisal of his steady progress to reach the standard required to succeed at AFL level! Chris, unfortunately, has shown no development in his quest for acceptance as a media analyst!

Calling for Jefferson... #picketfenceconfirmed?! 

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Posted
2 minutes ago, waynewussell said:

I couldn't agree more! Chris' understanding of football can be summarized by his continuous calling for Jefferson to get a game from the time we drafted him! He may get a game early in 2025, and that is an accurate appraisal of his steady progress to reach the standard required to succeed at AFL level! Chris, unfortunately, has shown no development in his quest for acceptance as a media analyst!

Constant calls for Jefferson to play. Hmmm. Sounds like our very own picket!

So you’re Chris from camberwell@picket fence

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Posted
14 minutes ago, Lucifers Hero said:

Don't bother.

The Age reporters have taken past comments by Petracca and current comments by him and somehow weaved it into the Pert story.

Any connection is tenuous and is mere timing.

It is really disappointing that the more reputable AFL reporters are stooping to such low tactics. 

The positive of the story for me is that Petracca is back in the public eye for the first time, performing promotional work and being interviewed.  All are important steps steps in his trauma recovery. 

I just hope that article doesn't derail this thread or bring out the anti Petracca brigade.

If my reading of the article is correct, that is not right.  It says Petraaca made statements in his first public appearance at a Melb Cup function:

In his first public appearance since his disillusionment with the Demons became known more than two months ago, the midfielder spoke positively about the Demons’ culture.

Asked if he was happy with the culture at the club, Petracca said: “I think so. Culture is an interesting word. It’s a high-performance industry and for me we’re always trying to improve and get better.

“For me, getting people through the door is the right thing. We’ve had healthy conversations and that’s awesome. Like any industry and any club, we’re looking to improve.”

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