Mikie Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 I'm right so far. CEO's job advertised now Will be filled before Christmas Current CEO will stay on over holiday period to bed in new appointee, then he will quietly slip away but be paid out until 31 March 2021 I can pick now who will get the job but won't name them openly as that would hinder their chances Happy to have a wager on who is appointed, I'll put their name in a sealed envelope and let Chief Stipe hold it Chief Executive Industry Leadership Role, Christchurch H/O Growth, Support, Regulation Dynamic and Challenging Position Harness Racing New Zealand (HRNZ) is the governing and administrative body for 40 harness racing Clubs nationwide and oversees 257 race meetings across 25 venues each year for stakes in excess of $33M. The Chief Executive interacts directly with all industry stakeholders, including: Harness Racing Clubs and Kindred Bodies, Breeders, Owners, Trainers, Drivers, Racing NZ, TAB NZ, Racing Integrity Board, NZ Thoroughbred Racing, Greyhound Racing NZ, sector groups, Harness Racing Australia, International harness racing bodies, and the media. This is a challenging and exciting time to take the HRNZ reins as the racing industry responds to the changes resulting from the Racing Industry Act 2020 coming into effect, the establishment of TAB NZ, and the formation of Racing NZ which is the new body representing the interests of the three racing codes. Reporting to the Board, the Chief Executive is responsible for leading the smooth running and development of HRNZ’s services, administration, and operational functions, including Finance, Information Technology, Handicapping, Registrations, Racing and Communications, Education, Marketing, Health and Safety, and Animal Welfare. The position requires strong strategic capability and superb people leadership skills to realise HRNZ’s vision. The appointee needs to have previous experience in successfully leading an organisation through a period of change, be able to deal with the complexity and politics in relation to multiple stakeholder views and expectations, and to grow HRNZ’s already strong service culture. The appointee will have a track record of leading high performing teams, be an excellent communicator both written and verbal, and confident in building positive media relationships. An interest and understanding of the harness racing and/or equine industries is preferred but is not essential. A competitive remuneration package will be offered that acknowledges the strategic leadership and commercial qualities the appointee will bring to HRNZ. Application process: To apply in confidence please contact Hamish Ott, Recruitment Consultant; email hamish@gothamuniversal.co.nz or initial confidential enquiries by telephone 0274321172 For more information visit https://www.hrnz.co.nz The final close off date for applications is 12 October 2020. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 Must be someone who is going to perform, and that would not be too hard providing to arent weak as piss! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rangatira Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, Mikie said: I can pick now who will get the job but won't name them openly as that would hinder their chances mehe can perform Edited September 21, 2020 by Rangatira 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trotsfan Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 Ydren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rangatira Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 (edited) 43 minutes ago, Trotsfan said: Ydren might be a bit excitable which would surely cloud his judgement at critical times Edited September 22, 2020 by Rangatira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Trotsfan said: Ydren Wouldnt have a dogs show! The criteria required does not match at all!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 (edited) 39 minutes ago, Brodie said: Wouldnt have a dogs show! The criteria required does not match at all!!!! You are not always on the money Brodie Mikie Edited September 22, 2020 by Mikie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 Mikie, so Nick Ydgren or whatever the spelling is, has experience in leading an organisation thru a period of change? Is he an excellent communicator? Has he a track record of leading high performing teams?? Has he got strategic leadership and commercial qualities??? Wouldnt think he has any of the requirements unless you know differently?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Brodie said: Mikie, so Nick Ydgren or whatever the spelling is, has experience in leading an organisation thru a period of change? Is he an excellent communicator? Has he a track record of leading high performing teams?? Has he got strategic leadership and commercial qualities??? Wouldnt think he has any of the requirements unless you know differently?? You’re just digging a hole for yourself Brodie and 95% of posters are having a laugh at your ignorance Mikie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trotsfan Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 5 hours ago, Brodie said: Wouldnt have a dogs show! The criteria required does not match at all!!!! Peter Ydgren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Trotsfan said: Peter Ydgren Who on earth is Peter Ydgren?? Clearly I am not in the right circles!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 2 hours ago, Mikie said: You’re just digging a hole for yourself Brodie and 95% of posters are having a laugh at your ignorance Mikie I bet most people would not have a clue who this Peter Ydgren is!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 Not sure how a couple of people think that a Peter Ydgren is a shoe in to get the CEO job for HRNZ? Can someone please enlighten us all on how Mr Ydgren has got the necessary requirements as detailed in The job vacancy ad? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 9 hours ago, Brodie said: Not sure how a couple of people think that a Peter Ydgren is a shoe in to get the CEO job for HRNZ? Can someone please enlighten us all on how Mr Ydgren has got the necessary requirements as detailed in The job vacancy ad? I never said he was a chance, let alone a “shoe in” I merely pointed out that you weren’t on the money, and had no idea who Trotsfan was talking about I have never met PYdgren but I do know his qualifications stack up against the job description Mikie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 25 minutes ago, Mikie said: I never said he was a chance, let alone a “shoe in” I merely pointed out that you weren’t on the money, and had no idea who Trotsfan was talking about I have never met PYdgren but I do know his qualifications stack up against the job description Mikie Mikie, so is your person that you think has all these qualities requited for the CEO of Hrnz, Mr Peter Ydgren? If so, why do you think he is so qualified, when I doubt many would have even heard of him? What is his claim to fame that gives you confidence? Clearly he is some relation To Nick Ydgren! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rangatira Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 40 minutes ago, Brodie said: What is his claim to fame that gives you confidence? prepared to hold workers to account by spying on them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, Brodie said: Mikie, so is your person that you think has all these qualities requited for the CEO of Hrnz, Mr Peter Ydgren? If so, why do you think he is so qualified, when I doubt many would have even heard of him? What is his claim to fame that gives you confidence? Clearly he is some relation To Nick Ydgren! I already made it quite clear that I was not going to name who I thought would get the position, as to do so would jeopardise their chances given the vitriol about me emanating from HRNZ Board (who apparently weren't keen on the CEO engaging with me about their Funding Policy) You are also putting words in my mouth as I never stated that who I thought would get the job was 'qualified', I merely stated that I thought that I could guess who would get the job There is a Club Secretary who is well qualified in relation to the Job description but I doubt he will apply. My reading is that he is too good a bloke to put up with the current Board performance Mikie Edited September 22, 2020 by Mikie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 (edited) 4 hours ago, Mikie said: I already made it quite clear that I was not going to name who I thought would get the position, as to do so would jeopardise their chances given the vitriol about me emanating from HRNZ Board (who apparently weren't keen on the CEO engaging with me about their Funding Policy) You are also putting words in my mouth as I never stated that who I thought would get the job was 'qualified', I merely stated that I thought that I could guess who would get the job There is a Club Secretary who is well qualified in relation to the Job description but I doubt he will apply. My reading is that he is too good a bloke to put up with the current Board performance Mikie Fair enough Mikie. I just hope for harness racing sake that whoever applies is up to the tasks ahead, as we are well and truly over people who are not in it for right reasons!!! HRNz would be far better off headhunting the right person and pay accordingly rather than have these lightweights on big money! The current Person is a lightweight it seems and seems to have been put in the position with out any leadership success, unless someone can advise us otherwise? Harness racing is at a crossroads at the moment and if they appoint someone who has not got the fire in the belly and can not negotiate then we can see the harness racing industry fall away even more! Edited September 23, 2020 by Brodie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invasion of Privacy Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 6 hours ago, Brodie said: Mikie, so is your person that you think has all these qualities requited for the CEO of Hrnz, Mr Peter Ydgren? If so, why do you think he is so qualified, when I doubt many would have even heard of him? What is his claim to fame that gives you confidence? Clearly he is some relation To Nick Ydgren! Mr Peter Ydgren is Nicks brother, he used to work at HRNZ. Commercial development manager was his official role but he was really just there being groomed to take over from Edward Rennell but he got sick of waiting and left. He would be perfect for the role but I’m told he’s apprehensive about returning. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie Posted September 23, 2020 Author Share Posted September 23, 2020 15 minutes ago, Invasion of Privacy said: Mr Peter Ydgren is Nicks brother, he used to work at HRNZ. Commercial development manager was his official role but he was really just there being groomed to take over from Edward Rennell but he got sick of waiting and left. He would be perfect for the role but I’m told he’s apprehensive about returning. Wouldn't anyone be apprehensive about working for a dysfunctional Board? Even my guess for the job now says he's not sure about applying Mikie 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invasion of Privacy Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 1 hour ago, Mikie said: Wouldn't anyone be apprehensive about working for a dysfunctional Board? Even my guess for the job now says he's not sure about applying Mikie I assume you’re talking about JB? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 (edited) 12 minutes ago, Invasion of Privacy said: I assume you’re talking about JB? I can tell you now, I have been talking to JB, and Justin Bieber is not at all interested in applying!! Joe Biden is far too old and senile and he is probably a bit busy to apply as well Edited September 23, 2020 by Brodie 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie Posted September 23, 2020 Author Share Posted September 23, 2020 2 hours ago, Invasion of Privacy said: I assume you’re talking about JB? No IOP, I'm not Mikie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodie Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Mikie said: No IOP, I'm not Mikie Mikie, is it WP? Winnie? He is going to be out of a job by xmas! Edited September 23, 2020 by Brodie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongOwner Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 3 hours ago, Invasion of Privacy said: Mr Peter Ydgren is Nicks brother, he used to work at HRNZ. Commercial development manager was his official role but he was really just there being groomed to take over from Edward Rennell but he got sick of waiting and left. He would be perfect for the role but I’m told he’s apprehensive about returning. I know Peter and has skills but like all who have enjoyed working at HRNZ a 7 hour day is a very long day. My view we need a well qualified person with broad experience who doesn’t mind upsetting those already there and if need be a big sweep and new broom . My wish would be someone who is not a NZ racing or industry person but a strong administrator from Aussie . The job needs focused KPI ‘s and no excuses if not meant - one chance to do the job or gone . Therefore, we need a strong board - not a woke half baked outfit . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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