Gary Pert Quits as MFC CEO

[bing181 9,187]

10 minutes ago, BrisbaneDemon said:

Confirmation bias.

[rpfc 28,200]

3 minutes ago, BrisbaneDemon said:

Why would the review demand he go?

It’s his review…

Thats one of the problems with the review…

 

Look, I don’t think it is healthy to be cynical about EVERYTHING we see in life. 

And either way, he gets credit for the decision then doesn’t he…

[Antioch 229]

12 hours ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

Wow, I am shocked! According to the happy clappers on here everything is rosy at the club and the evil media have just been making up lies about us, so I am stunned that the President and CEO have both been told to make way. 

They both had to fall on their swords due to media crucifixion. These people have other jobs to go to, including retirement! When the BS gets too much they leave. This is not their whole life!

Edited 7 hours ago by Antioch
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[DubDee 25,386]

Pert could have easily dug his heels in and made this difficult

Fair play to him taking the hit and making it easier for us to get ready for next year

[Dr. Gonzo 24,098]

36 minutes ago, rpfc said:

Why would the review demand he go?

It’s his review…

Thats one of the problems with the review…

 

Look, I don’t think it is healthy to be cynical about EVERYTHING we see in life. 

And either way, he gets credit for the decision then doesn’t he…

Unfortunately, cynicism is a necessary trait in the modern world.

"Through being involved in this year’s reviews Pert discovered, or had it reinforced to him, that his departure was necessary to bring meaningful change at Melbourne. The reviews did not recommend that he go - but they did make it clear that leadership change would be beneficial.

Combined with the departure in September of president Kate Roffey, this leadership reset would create “clear air” and a project a new start for the club.

The review recognised Pert’s value with the ongoing pursuit of the Caulfield racecourse development for a Melbourne home base. That’s why he has been retained as a consultant beyond Christmas when his reign as Melbourne’s longest serving chief executive will come to an end.

The knowledge that there would be a change of CEO was also a significant factor in Steven Smith’s change of heart to seek to join the board now."

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/pert-said-melbourne-had-the-best-culture-he-d-seen-his-exit-shows-he-was-out-of-touch-20241031-p5kmv7.html

Edited 7 hours ago by Dr. Gonzo

[Adam The God 29,937]

4 hours ago, Travy14 said:

I'm sure there is a clause for an AFL position if it arises 

He literally just accepted the CGS job. He won't be coming to Melbourne. 

[Longsufferingnomore 1,628]

11 hours ago, Storm Boy said:

I don't have any inside information but I believe the Melbourne Football Club will promote George de Crespigny to the CEO position. George is currently the Chief Commercial Officer. 

George has been working with the Melbourne Football Club for 11 years. George previously worked at the AFL for 8 years and the ACT Brumbies. 

George was a great Footballer for the University Blues Football Club. 

I thought George had left a couple of years ago to start up his own business. Has he returned to the fold.

[forever demons 2,214]

Iheard Pert spat his dummy out and left without even cleaning out his ash tray