(Richmond, BC) -- Following a successful AGM, the B.C. Wheelchair Basketball Society (BCWBS) is pleased to announce changes to this year’s Board of Directors. While there are no new faces on the Board this year, a few board members have taken on new roles and responsibilities.
Lindsay Thom, who began her tenure on the BCWBS Board in 2009 with the communications portfolio, has been elected President. Thom works in communications at the BC Innovation Council (BCIC) and possesses extensive experience in both communications and public relations. Her previous work with the Rick Hansen Foundation and her role has a media attaché for the Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Team at the 2008 Beijing Paralympics has given her ample experience in the parasport movement.
“BC Wheelchair Basketball is lead by an outstanding team on the Board of Directors. I am confident in Lindsay’s ability to lead our organization in the achievement of our bold vision and expanded programming across the Province of BC,” said Carrie Linegar, Managing Director of BCWBS.
"It is with pleasure that after two years on the board, I accept the role of President of the Board,” said Thom. “I look forward to working with Carrie and the rest of the team to support the objectives of BCWBS and highlight the impact of wheelchair basketball to people of all abilities in BC communities."
Ross MacDonald moved into the role of the Secretary, following a successful year as President, and has been on the BCWBS Board since 2005. Ross is a member of the BC Men’s Provincial Team and a past National Team Member with Team Canada in wheelchair basketball who currently works as the Sport Development Coordinator at SportAbility and the City of Surrey.
The 2011-2012 Board of Directors is:
• Lindsay Thom, President
• Chris Samis, Vice-President
• Aaron Wilson, Treasurer
• Ross MacDonald, Secretary
• Bo Hedges, Director at Large
• Jacynthe Simard, Director at Large
About BC Wheelchair Basketball
BCWBS is a non-profit organization and registered charity which promotes opportunities for participation, recreation, competition, and excellence in the sport of wheelchair basketball in British Columbia. For over twenty-five years, BCWBS has delivered exceptional integrated and inclusive programs and experiences to people with and without physical disabilities of all age groups. Prestigious alumni include Eugene Reimer, Terry Fox, Rick Hansen and Marni Abbott-Peter.
For more information, please contact: Carrie Linegar, BCWBS Managing Director
Tel: 604-333-3531 Email: info@bcwbs.ca www.bcwbs.ca
Or access Board of Director Bios at: http://www.bcwbs.ca/about-us/contact/board-directors
