I have received several emails in the past month concerning the status of Geeks on Ice for 2007. In August, I sent out an appeal to past participants of the Geeks on Ice tournament through our website and email list to ask for involvement in the organization of the event. Due to personal reasons and loss of several key committee members to geographical relocation, we need new members to keep our unique event going strong. Since a final decision needs to be made soon, I am making a final appeal for help. Michael Neid has agreed to act as the Tournament logistics Chair again, but we need to have individuals fill the following roles:
Committee co-Chair (Possibility of 2)
As committee chair, you are responsible for the overall operations of the event. You are a natural at presenting to the public the importance of such an event within our community while working with key community and industry players . The chair(s) will also be the face of the event within the community and oversee all aspects of each sub committee in planning the event.
Marketing co-Chair (Possibility of 2)
As marketing chair, you will play a vital role in developing relationships with various sponsors as well as working with the local and national media to garner attention for the event. The Marketing chair is responsible for all media engagements, press releases, prizes and maintenance of the website.
Treasurer
As treasurer, you are responsible for all aspects of finance and budgeting for the event. The individual must have previous experience in this area.
Geekfest Coordinator
Reporting to the marketing chair, the Geekfest coordinator will be responsible for the organization and logistical elements of the Geekfest party.
Geek Powered Volunteers
- Timekeeping
- Ambassadors
- Scorekeeping
If I do not fill the positions stated above, it would be with a very heavy heart that I would be required to fold the tournament. I firmly believe that our "little" tournament has made a significant impact in our community over the last 4 years and is a vital component to profiling NB's Knowledge economy. Through Geeks on Ice, we have managed to profile the NB Knowledge Industry on a National level, raise over $9000.00 for local charities, created lasting memories for Knowledge Industry professionals throughout NB and promoted health and wellness within our sector. I think we have something really magical and would really hate to see it disappear from our landscape, so I plead with you to get involved today.
Please forward this message to anyone you know might be interested in participating in this year's event. You can contact me at tmacausland@gmail.com or at (506) 852-8096 to discuss potential involvement.
Trevor Macausland
Geeks on Ice/Geeks Golf Organizer
W: 506-855-0005
H: 506-852-8096
Email: tmacausland@gmail.com
www.GeeksonIce.com
The goal of Geeks on Ice and Geeks Golf is to serve as a networking catalyst and promotion for knowledge industry firms and professionals from all over the region. The unique focus of GOI is the fact that each team must consist of players who work in an IT related profession either in IT, insurance, banking, contact centers or businesses that specialize in the transfer of knowledge.
