2000 - AGM 2000

November 18, 2000

In Attendance:

Refer to attachment.

Meeting called to order by Denis parker at 2:30 P.M.

Adoption of 1999 Minutes:
Motion to accept: Johnny Graham
Seconded: Gary Johnston
Accepted

President's Report: Roger Skinner

Request made to the general membership to provide input to the incoming Board as to the programs and information that they would like to see from the association.

The executive summary of the strategic plan was provided in a separate handout. It is anticipated a full news conference will be held at a later date. This is not a short-term plan document for the industry. The final hard copy of this document is expected to be delivered to the Board of Directors very soon. Highlights include: review of staffing for the MIANL office, currently deemed to be inadequate, with a major recommendation that this be addressed. Denis Parker acknowledged for carrying the increasing workload in the office.

Members are encouraged to watch newsletter for opportunities to get involved with MIANL activities.

A copy of the study will be availible from the MIANL office.

Recommendation: To make this document available in the public library so that end users could avail of the information for research and business plan developments.

Treasurer's Report: Robert Buck

Financial report tabled by Robert Buck, unaudited statements.

Motion to accept report: Heather Martin Seconded: Wade Pinhorn

Accepted copies provided to those in attendance.

This year the Association managed its financial affairs without the assistance of an accountant, which proved to be beneficial as it served as a means of reviewing some in-house practices. Recommendation would be to continue with the in-house invoicing activities and have the accountant complete the standard reports.

To make further in-roads into various programs for members, increased funding would be required.

Noted that funding from Steele Communications is not included in this year's report, as the first installment was not received during this reporting period.

Executive Director's Report: Denis Parker

Mr. Parker thanked the Board and others involved with set up of the AGM event.

Midem trip highlighted for members. This was a conference about export opportunities. Members interested in additional information about this conference can contact Denis Parker at the MIANL office.

MIANL continues to be involved with the ACI with Denis Parker being a board member. The goal is to strengthen the voice of cultural industries and to educate government and business.

Thanked members for their involvement and participation in the MIANL events and encouraged each member to stay in touch with the office and the MIANL activities. Noted membership numbers are increasing - currently approx. 450.

Constitutional review - Johnny Graham

Over the past year the Board has begun a review of the constitution and Johnny Graham presented highlights. Refer to handout attached.

Election of Officers for 2001

The following names were put forth to stand for election to the 2001 Board of Directors. No vote required, as vacant positions exist.

Confirmed elected:

Lyle Drake
Lloyd Bartlett
Roger Skinner
John Hutton
Bob Moore
Heather Martin
Tony Hann
Johnny Graham
Wade Pinhorn

Other members interested in assisting MIANL include: Gary Johnson

Motion to adjourn meeting: John Borelis

Seconded: John Hutton

3:15pm

Heather Martin