News Article

News Article

Notice of 2025 Annual General Meeting and Call for Executive Committee Nominations

15 Jan 2025

Dear British Chamber Shanghai Members,

The British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai is delighted to announce the upcoming 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Executive Committee (ExCo) Elections. This year, we are introducing a refreshed governance model and election process to better reflect our values of inclusivity, transparency, and strategic alignment with our growing Chamber community.

 

Why Join the Executive Committee?

This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in steering the Chamber’s strategic direction and contributing to its continued growth and success. Serving on the ExCo offers a unique opportunity to engage with our vibrant community, collaborate with senior leaders, and represent the Chamber in high-level discussions.

We welcome applicants from across our diverse business community to consider one or more of the specialist ExCo roles and to bring a fresh dimension to the changing shape of business across the East China region.

 

Key Updates for 2025 ExCo Elections:

  • Defined Roles and Responsibilities: Candidates will apply for specific roles aligned with their expertise and interests, including Policy Adviser, Strategic Adviser, Committee Ambassador, and Brand and Comms Ambassador. This ensures a focused and impactful contribution from each member.
  • Streamlined Election Process: To encourage broader participation, candidates will submit a bio and respond to standardised questions during a moderated Q&A session at the hustings session at the AGM. This replaces traditional pitch presentations to make the process more inclusive and culturally sensitive.
  • Diversity Commitment: We are committed to fostering a diverse and representative ExCo and to achieving balanced representation across gender, background, business sizes and industry sectors. This aligns with the Chamber’s values and enhances decision-making through varied perspectives.
  • Balanced Structure: The ExCo will comprise nine elected voting members, supported by non-voting co-opted members for specific expertise and ex-officio members for continuity and strategic alignment.

 

Expected Time Commitment

ExCo members are expected to dedicate time to attending monthly ExCo meetings. In addition, there will be quarterly meetings for Advisers and Ambassadors to ensure strategic alignment and active involvement in key initiatives. Given the nature of the roles, members should also be prepared to contribute to other Chamber activities, for example, committee meetings and special projects.

 

Election Schedule

  • Thursday, 16 January: Nominations open. Nomination forms and election procedures will be circulated via email and are available on the Chamber website.
  • Sunday, 9 February 2025: Nominations close
  • Wednesday, 19 February 2025: Voting opens (qualified voting members only).
  • Friday, 28 February 2025: Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Note: The schedule is determined in accordance with, and subject to changes made by the Chamber pursuant to the discretion given under, the constitution of the Chamber.

 

Motions for Consideration:
All motions for consideration at the AGM must be submitted to the Executive Director no later than 5 pm, 6 February 2025 by email at executivedirector@britishchambershanghai.cn

 

How to Nominate:

This year, seven (7) Executive Committee (ExCo) positions are up for election. If elected, the successful nominee will be a full-voting member of the Executive Committee.

Nomination forms must be completed and submitted by 23:59, 9 February 2025. All candidates must meet the membership and eligibility criteria outlined in the Chamber Constitution. Detailed instructions and forms are available here.

We encourage members from diverse industries and backgrounds to step forward. Whether you represent a multinational corporation, an SME, or another organisation with strong UK ties, your expertise and enthusiasm are vital to the Chamber’s success.

 

Save the Date:

The 2025 AGM will be held at 4 pm, Friday, 28 February 2025, at Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at BritCham Shanghai Office.

Let’s work together to shape the future of the Chamber and drive meaningful impact for our members and the broader business community.

 

 

Warm regards,

Stuart Dunn

Executive Director

2025 Election Manager

British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai

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