SAM Limited calls for board directors

THE Board of Shepparton Art Museum Limited is seeking expressions of interest from individuals to join the Shepparton Art Museum Limited Board.

Shepparton Art Museum Limited has been established as a company limited by guarantee to operate the Shepparton Art Museum as a public art museum.

The board will comprise nine company directors and will be a skills-based board. There will be two Greater Shepparton City Council nominated positions, and one SAM Foundation representative, meaning Shepparton Art Museum Limited is seeking six community members for the board.

There is an initial two to three year term with a maximum of three terms (a maximum of nine years in total).

Current director and company secretary, Chris Teitzel said, “This is a great opportunity for skilled, experienced and knowledgeable people to guide the future direction of the new Shepparton Art Museum.

“We encourage those with a connection to Shepparton to apply for membership as we are keen to attract not only skilled directors but those with a passion for our region.”

Expressions of interest are sought from individuals passionate about operating the Shepparton Art Museum, through the new company limited by guarantee board structure. Expressions of interest close on Friday, July 31 and need to be submitted on the application form which can be found at greatershepparton.com.au