Fitness Australia Board Nominee: Katrina Nughes. Why You Should Vote For Me.
I am currently the Area Manager: Health and Wellness of Active Monash (City of Monash), providing strategic direction for the health and wellness business unit to Active Monash members and the broader community. In collaboration with four other business units, I have executed strategies to deliver new programs and services to members and the community in the local government sector. In many cases, working alongside the relevant corporate services has been integral to a successful outcome.
My professional experience and education places me in a positive position to contribute to Fitness Australia board and help the organisation to achieve its mission and goals. As part of my continued learning, I am interested in participating in any further development in building my board and directorship knowledge.
I offer technical expertise and a true understanding, passion and enthusiasm. As a tenacious truth-seeker, I utilize my research and analytical skills to find unique solutions to difficult problems. Through my regular engagement with local, state and federal services, I utilize my high commitment and drive to reach needs-based outcomes for the industry.
My experience to date, my passion for what I do and my eagerness to contribute to a high caliber board are the reason I have chosen to apply for this role. As a full-time worker and keen fitness enthusiast, I have the time to commit to the good governance and leadership of Fitness Australia.
What is my vision in the fitness industry?
My vision is to see the fitness industry become the leaders in medical and preventative health as a solution to the worlds obesity epidemic. That GPs and other medical professionals refer to fitness professionals as the solution to this issue.
What can you contribute to Fitness Australia and the fitness industry as a director?
I am a passionate, organised, creative and an analytical problem solver.
I believe that I can contribute a new way of thinking and knowledge through my experience in the fitness industry. I can provide a voice for AUSreps in order to voice key issues and expand on opportunities to engage and create change within the fitness industry.
I believe that I can apply my extensive and varied knowledge and experience that I have acquired over the 20 years of working in the fitness industry in order to make a positive change and impact to those that work in it and support it.
I have a keen interest in connecting with others, sharing in experience and knowledge as well as being an advocate and leader in the industry.
Why should Business Members vote for you?
I thrive in an environment that is focused on change, adaptable when working under pressure and accountable for personal action and behaviours. I enjoy collaborating with others to commit, create and implement strategies in accordance with organizational plans whilst ensuring the mission of the organisation remains are the forefront of my commitment.
About Katrina
With an extensive career in the fitness industry, business and financial management, compliance, governance and digital transformation, I am ready to be involved with a board and organisation where I can deliver value through my expertise and operational understanding. My experience and knowledge in several of the key areas required for the role of Director demonstrates my ability to contribute to the success of Fitness Australia.
Voting is now officially open for board elections.
Business members would have received an email from TrueVote with a specific link directing them to the voting platform whereby they can cast their votes. Voting closes 2nd November.
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Justin is the Managing Director of Active Management, which he began January 2004. He offers coaching to businesses worldwide in everything from start up and design to marketing and sales systems. Justin also facilitates four Australian and New Zealand ‘fitness industry roundtables’ events, which allows him to see a huge cross section of business models.