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[Igor Zidane]

If the mods could make this a sticky , it would be much appreciated. Igor



Management Committee

The recent Management Committee elections, followed by the new Committee's first meeting, has resulted in the following individuals being elected to the management posts as described below.

To assist members in knowing who does what and who has what responsibilities job descriptions are detailed below together with contact details.



Chair – Fran Stanton

The Chair of the Management Committee is head of the Union. Their role is as follows:

    * Provide Leadership for the Union as a whole;
    * Promote the aims and objectives of the Union;
    * Manage the achievement of the Union’s Strategic Objectives;
    * Coordinate the efforts of all Officers of the Union;
    * Lead the Management Committee;
    * Review the Performance of the Union against its targets and objectives;
    * Communicate with all members about the current and future development of the Union;

Email: chair@spiritofshankly.com



Vice-Chair – Paul Rice

The Vice Chair of the Management Committee is the Deputy Head of the Union and in addition to deputising for the Chair they will also have the same objectives as follows. In the addition to or in the absence of the Chair to:

    * Provide Leadership for the Union as a whole;
    * Promote the aims and objectives of the Union;
    * Manage the achievement of the Union’s Strategic Objectives;
    * Coordinate the efforts of all Officers of the Union;
    * Lead the Management Committee;
    * Review the Performance of the Union against its targets and objectives;
    * Communicate with all members about the current and future development of the Union



Email: vicechair@spiritofshankly.com



Treasurer - Jon-Paul Hill

    * Set the Annual Budget in conjunction with the Management Committee;
    * Agree and follow financial controls set by the Management Committee;
    * Monitor and take corrective action when required relating to the Budget;
    * Prepare, monitor and update cash-flow projections;
    * Prepare Management and Annual Accounts;
    * Liaise with Accountants concerning Accounts, taxation and Accountant’s Certificate;
    * Ensure the Union complies with the Money Laundering Regulations;
    * Administer banking of all receipts;
    * Administer payment of outgoings, (including standing orders and direct debits);
    * Monitor and reconcile the bank accounts and petty cash;
    * Maintain security and preparation of backup records;
    * Maintain VAT records of outputs and inputs;


Email: treasurer@spiritofshankly.com



Secretary – James McKenna

    * Coordinate the production of relevant Management Committee Reports on a monthly basis;
    * Set meeting dates, times and venues for Management Committee meetings;
    * In conjunction with the Management Committee set agendas for Management Committee meetings;
    * Circulate minutes of meetings in a timely manner;
    * Set the time , date and venue for Annual General Meetings;
    * In conjunction with the Management Committee set an agenda for the Annual General Meeting;
    * Circulate minutes of Annual General Meetings in a timely manner;
    * In conjunction with the Management Committee plan and organise the annual election of officers;
    * Promoting and maintaining effective communication for the Union at all levels;
    * Monitor compliance with all statutory obligations of the Union (including but not exhaustively FSA, Data Protection, Company Act legislation, insurance etc)
    * Receive, circulate (as appropriate) and respond to all communications to the Union in conjunction with all officers;
    * Develop, implement & manage the union’s media communications strategy to ensure maximum coverage and awareness of the organisation’s aims & objectives
    * Produce proactive & reactive press statements as & when necessary
    * Generate profile & awareness raising opportunities through interviews, articles, etc
    * Liaise with other officers to ensure all PR opportunities are being exploited at home & abroad

James is assisted as Assistant Secretary by Graham Smith  - contacts for both as follows:

James McKenna: media@spiritofshankly.com

Graham Smith: secretary@spiritofshankly.com



Marketing Officer - Sam Armstrong

    * To develop and maintain a strong visual identity for the Liverpool Supporters’ Union
    * To identify and recommend best practice in marketing for the Liverpool Supporters’ Union
    * To facilitate cost effective design and print requirements for the Liverpool Supporters’ Union
    * To work with other officers of the committee to ensure they have the appropriate materials to market their area of expertise and in the longer term to enable them to develop operational marketing plans
    * To work with the Chair and Vice-Chair to develop a strategic plan in response to the aims and objectives of the Liverpool Supporters' Union
    * To receive, circulate and respond to all membership communications to the Union
    * To manage, update and monitor all membership records of the Union membership
    * To facilitate the renewal of memberships to the Liverpool Supporters’ Union
    * To identify member needs and suggestions and report these to the committee for consideration
    * To produce and distribute the Union newsletter
    * To liaise with appropriate partners who may offer services and benefits to members
    * To facilitate the production of merchandise for the Union


Email: For marketing issues [email]marketing@spiritofshankly.com.[/email]

For membership issues membership@spiritofshankly.com





New Media Officer – Currently Vacant

Website

    * Maintain the Spirit of Shankly website
    * Maintain the members database
    * Liase with the Membership Officer to create exports of members


Hardware:

    * Assist the Management Committee in the selection of Hardware appropriate to the Union’s needs;
    * Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all the Union’s IT equipment, containing sufficient information for Insurance and Security purposes;
    * Respond and/or coordinate remedies in failures in hardware;
    * Liaise with suppliers and obtain the most cost effective Hardware quotes and prices without sacrificing quality;
    * Arrange for the supply of hardware from agreed suppliers in line with the policy agreed with the Management Committee;
    * Arrange for hardware maintenance contracts in accordance with the policy agreed with the Management Committee;
    * Maintain a record of hardware maintenance contracts and hardware covered;
    * Maintain a hardware fault log (indicating fault, when reported and when resolved).



Software:

    * Advise the Management Committee in the selection and acquisition of software appropriate to the Union’s needs;
    * Order software, check delivery and ensure correct installation;
    * File all software licences ready for inspection;
    * Maintain separate record of all software licences;
    * Arrange software maintenance contracts in accordance with the policy agreed with the Management Committee;
    * Maintain a software fault log (indicating fault, when reporting and when resolved);
    * Monitor the performance of the providers of software maintenance;



Email: tech@spiritofshankly.com



Event Officer - Stephen Monaghan

    * Organise and manage a series of events to raise the profile of the union and to raise funds for the union & other causes related to Liverpool FC supporters
    * Liaise with likeminded organisations to host events in Liverpool and other locations as the Union expands
    * Maximise income opportunities through sponsorship, in kind support, etc so that events remain affordable to the membership
    * Liaise with other officers & members to ensure maximum publicity & promotion of events

Email: events@spiritofshankly.com



Direct Action Coordinator – Kyle Percy

    * Organise and mobilise members to take appropriate action in support of the Union’s aims & objectives
    * Liaise with likeminded organisations to take appropriate action in Liverpool and other locations as the Union expands
    * Liaise with other officers & members to ensure maximum publicity & promotion of activity

Email: directaction@spiritofshankly.com



Club Liaison Officer - Keith Culvin

    * Establish and develop links with senior officials at the club
    * Take the lead on raising members’ issues with the appropriate officials
    * Take a proactive role in seeking out members’ issues and identifying areas where the Union can make significant gains with the club including, but not exclusive to, ticketing & allocation, travel, fans with special needs, development of the new stadium, access to local young people, Hillsborough related issues, policing/stewarding, etc

Email: clubliaison@spiritofshankly.com



Community/Youth Officer - Paul Gardner

    * In tandem with the Regeneration Officer engage with the Club’s Community & Regeneration officers as appropriate to provide two way communication over the new stadium & related issues on the redevelopment of the Anfield/Breckfield area
    * Advise the Management Committee on initiatives that the Union can participate in either directly or through sponsorship or in-kind support to enhance the quality of life for the community and improve relationships between residents and fans
    * Generate and promote a Youth Section (16 to 18 year olds) for the Union



Email: community@spiritofshankly.com 



Anfield Regeneration Officer – Peter Carney

    * In tandem with the Community/Youth Officer engage with the Club’s Community & Regeneration officers as appropriate to provide two way communication over the new stadium & related issues on the redevelopment of the Anfield/Breckfield area
    * Keep members advised on the issues facing the local community both in terms of the existing match day experience and the implications of the new stadium

Email: anfield@spiritofshankly.com



UK Supporters Liaison Officer - Peter Hooton

    * Provide a first point of contact for fans both locally and across the UK
    * To co-ordinate the work of liaison with all Supporters
    * Establish a network of key contacts across the country to support the growth & development of the Union throughout the UK fan base
    * Liaise with other officers to raise awareness of issues, deliver results for members, etc so that the Union becomes a true voice for all its members regardless of their geographical location.

Email: uksupporters@spiritofshankly.com



Overseas Supporters Liaison Officer - Thomas Keiner

    * Provide a first point of contact for fans outside of the UK
    * Establish a network of key contacts to support the growth & development of the Union throughout the overseas fan base
    * Liaise with other officers to raise awareness of issues, deliver results for members, etc so that the Union becomes a true voice for all its members regardless of their geographical location.

Email: overseas@spiritofshankly.com



Travel Officer – Roy Bentham

    * Organise cost effective travel for members to domestic away matches and, where possible, to European matches
    * Explore ways in which similar deals can be put in place for out of town members to both home and away games
    * Ensure the that travel offers are effectively promoted to maximise income and thereby reduce costs for members

Email: travel@spiritofshankly.com

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Stucked.

[Igor Zidane]

Laffin kidda larrrrr.

Anything regarding the Spirit of Shankly i'll bang in here from now on .

Cheers Red .

[Igor Zidane]

SOS Backs LFCNY Boycott
Fri 08 May 2009



The Spirit of Shankly would like to lend their full support to fellow Reds of the New York Liverpool Supporters Club (LFCNY.org) who have publicly condemned the British-born, U.S. Radio Host, Steve Cohen, who appears on Fox Football Phone In and on World Soccer Daily on Sirius.



Cohen has repeatedly slandered Liverpool fans, and the 96 in particular, on air by claiming repeatedly that Liverpool fans killed their own by turning up ticketless at Hillsborough, a lie categorically refuted by The Taylor Report. When confronted with his lies Cohen responded by linking Hillsborough with Heysel, with murdering Liverpool fans as the common theme.



" Consider the facts. Liverpool are at the center of almost every serious human violation of conduct. Heysel, Hillsborough, Alan Smith, Singing about Munich 58, throwing **** on United fans at Anfield, Michael Shields...are you seriously telling me that you are not guilty of any of this. 2 events - 4 years - 2 different cities - 2 different countries - 2 different stadium. 135 dead - Only common link....well have a guess. " (Steve Cohen)



The LFCNY Reds are calling for his removal from the airwaves, and have demanded a full public retraction of these disgusting and offensive slurs. Until that time, they call on all supporters to boycott advertisers and promoters of his show, as well as his broadcasters Sirius and the Fox Soccer Channel.



The LFCNY Reds told Spirit of Shankly: "The LFCNY, and all the North American Supporters' Branches, recommend that you email Steve Cohen's advertisers, letting them know that you will not be using any of their services as long as they financially support this person".

Full details are available at http://www.firsttouchonline.com/09_boycottcohen.html



The Spirit of Shankly would like to add to this call for a boycott and further invite Mr Cohen to attend a public meeting of our members where we would invite him to explain and substantiate his allegations. We would then be delighted to point out the error of his ways and allow him to publicly retract and apologise. In support of this issue New England Revolution Manager, Steve Nicol, who was a player for Liverpool at Hillsborough that day, has notified Mr. Cohen that he will have no more to do with any of his shows.

[Number 9]

Stucked!!

[Igor Zidane]

Some boss pictures from the END OF SEASON DO .


http://www.spiritofshankly.com/gallery-8.html

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Great them! 

[Igor Zidane]

Latest from SOS.



SOS and LFC Accounts
Fri 05 Jun 2009


The Spirit of Shankly have studied the information that has been released in the last day relating to the accounts of Liverpool Football Club and its associated companies. The picture is alarming and underlines what we have said from the creation of the Union, namely that Tom Hicks and George Gillett are not fit or proper custodians of our Club.

The accounts show a number of unacceptable issues and we feel it is fair to say that unless action is taken now by the owners and their funders then the Club is sleepwalking into disaster.

The irony is that Liverpool Football Club itself has increased its income and also its profit – what is not surprising though is that the holding company for the football club has massively increased its debt to the point where its own auditors have said that



These conditions, along with other matters explained in note 1 to the financial statements, indicate the existence of a material uncertainty which may cast significant doubt on the Group's and parent company's ability to continue as a going concern. The financial statements do not include the adjustments that would result if the Group and parent company were unable to continue as a going concern.




This is utterly unacceptable and coincides with the Union launching a campaign against our owners and particularly Royal Bank of Scotland, to see Hicks and Gillett out and a more sensible business model put in its place that relies upon the profitability of Liverpool Football Club being used to service appropriate liabilities and with all profits being ploughed back into the Club and not siphoned off to service debt that was used to purchase the Club in the first place.

Hicks and Gillett’s business model is no longer viable and they should go – the Union’s campaign being launched this afternoon has been planned for some time to coincide with the re-financing decision being taken by RBS. We urge all members and supporters to join with us and use the window of opportunity we have to demand change, and change now!

Tom, George - Watch this space.

No money, No Credibility, No Honesty, No Integrity, No Dignity, No Custodians - Hicks and Gillett out NOW!


Spirit of Shankly

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Ah good thread. I was looking for contact details earlier. Nice one Igor.

[Igor Zidane]

The Spirit of Shankly Management Committee recently met with LFC Commerical Director Ian Ayre to discuss a range of issues.

Details of the meeting can be found here:

http://www.spiritofshankly.com/news/Ian-Ayre-Meeting.html

[GYBS]

Liverpool supporters group chants about Munich air disaster at end-of-season party

sos.pngMuch consternation in Manchester with the YouTube release of a video shot at the Spirit of Shankly's end-of-season party, showing people chanting "Munich!" during a singer's live performance.

Spirit of Shankly (formerly Sons of Shankly) is the self-appointed official supporters' union of Liverpool FC. Self-righteous, much?

As I wrote in my column for BigSoccer.com, it's laughable and ironic that this band of staunch Liverpool supporters claims to uphold the good name of Bill Shankly, as the very thought of singing merrily about the Munich air disaster would have appalled Shankly.

Watch the video below...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNsl6z64fjE

SoS has quickly issued an apology for the Munich chants, but the damage is done.

Of course, both sets of supporters are as bad as each other, but this time the high ground belongs to United's fans.

Thanks to Scott @ Republik of Mancunia for the tip. As Scott points out, imagine how much bigger the uproar would be if United fans were filmed singing about Hillsborough - yet singing about Munich is just as bad.

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The Spirit of Shankly Management Committee recently met with LFC Commerical Director Ian Ayre to discuss a range of issues.

Details of the meeting can be found here:

http://www.spiritofshankly.com/news/Ian-Ayre-Meeting.html

Some good points there especially about the local phone number for the ticket line. Must have spent like £50 in the last quater just hearing that women say "welcome to Liverpool football club yadi yadi ya".

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Liverpool supporters group chants about Munich air disaster at end-of-season party

sos.pngMuch consternation in Manchester with the YouTube release of a video shot at the Spirit of Shankly's end-of-season party, showing people chanting "Munich!" during a singer's live performance.

Spirit of Shankly (formerly Sons of Shankly) is the self-appointed official supporters' union of Liverpool FC. Self-righteous, much?

As I wrote in my column for BigSoccer.com, it's laughable and ironic that this band of staunch Liverpool supporters claims to uphold the good name of Bill Shankly, as the very thought of singing merrily about the Munich air disaster would have appalled Shankly.

Watch the video below...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNsl6z64fjE

SoS has quickly issued an apology for the Munich chants, but the damage is done.

Of course, both sets of supporters are as bad as each other, but this time the high ground belongs to United's fans.

Thanks to Scott @ Republik of Mancunia for the tip. As Scott points out, imagine how much bigger the uproar would be if United fans were filmed singing about Hillsborough - yet singing about Munich is just as bad.

Which guy was that on stage initiating that? He should be thrown out of SOS and banned for life for that. Sick . And then we moan when mancs sing songs about Hillsborough.

[GYBS]

They all joined in Bav - No excuse .

[Igor Zidane]

They all joined in Bav - No excuse .

Feck you you tit , were you there no , so stop stirring sh!Te.