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2021 SMA Board Election Candidate Details Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) has received six (6) nominations for the three (3) vacant elected Board positions for the Board of Directors Election to be held online during the week prior to the 2021 SMA Annual General Meeting. How to vote details will be emailed directly to members and made available at our website prior the election commencement. The SMA Annual General Meeting will also be held online at 7.30pm AEST on Wednesday 27 October, 2021. The following candidates have been nominated for election to the SMA Board: - ALLISON, Garry - BECK, Belinda - BOWTELL, Benjamin - COOKE, Julie - COPELAND, Kay - KOLT, Gregory Relevant background information for each of the six (6) candidates is outlined below.
'ĂƌƌLJůůŝƐŽŶ;tͿ WŚLJƐŝŽƚŚĞƌĂƉŝƐƚͲĐĂĚĞŵŝĐ Why are you seeking a position on the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? I would like to continue as a SMA board member (Current member for past 2 years) to contribute to the development of Australian Sports Medicine. I fill a main role on the Risk and Finance Committee, and the Scientific Advisory Committee. I have a strong background in the grass roots sports, coaching, research – across multiple domains This experience is backed up by an extensive array of governance, risk and financial skills that have been built up across a number of executive committees and boards of significance. I am keen to have some continuity in the committee and bring in a fresh view of the SMA directions after COVID. What skills, experience and personal attributes do you possess that make you an ideal candidate for appointment to the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? I have a wide range of experience on fundamental research, commercialisation, team building, communication and strategy and risk and governance. I am dedicated and committed to quality improvements and excellence in performance. I hold a values based ethos that underpins my decision making and influences the leadership roles that I assume. This would be the basis of my contribution to the SMA board. I am currently a member of the Board and the Risk and Finance Committee and the board representative on the Sciences Advisory Committee of SMA. Specifically, I have an extensive background in executive board management and active participation. These experiences include National; and International profiles as well as local participation in the professional networks. GAICD. - Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors. I am a titled Sports Physiotherapist, Fellow of the Australian Sports Medicine Federation and Life Member of the West Perth Football Club. As Associate DVC- Research Excellence, I am on the executive of the Research Office at Curtin, Senior Research Management committee and in the past 5 years participated been on the following Executive Committees or Boards x Board of Governors of the Forrest Foundation x Board on GP Down South Pty Ltd. (NFP) x Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (CRC) Pty Ltd. x WA Health Translational Network (WAHTN) x Advisory Board for the State Neurosciences research Working party x Child Health Research Strategic Council x Raine foundation - Clinician Research Fellowship Committee. x Multiple high level committees in the University context including the Chair of the ATN Deans. Skill set: Leadership, Governance, statistics and analysis, Team, Health systems change management, Health systems and services, Motor control research, Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury, Sports Physiotherapy, Sports rehabilitation, Stroke rehabilitation and more recently tendon mechanics and exoskeleton control mechanisms. I am a shareholder in a recent start-up in biotechnology/ Orthopeadics (REx Ortho Pty Ltd.) I have demonstrated financial acumen with current budget line management of over $25m p.a. This incorporates meeting compliance and legislative obligations in a timely manner. I understand the
Tertiary educational system well and have been on advisory boards to establish a number of Physiotherapy and Postgraduate Sports Physiotherapy courses in Australia and overseas. I hold executive positions within Curtin University that covers finance, risk, strategic planning and optimal execution of complex operational activities. I have a balanced and respectful understanding of cultural difference and diversity. I lead the development of the institutional response to the community of Practice for thesis chairs (HDR supervisor) and I am an active participation on the Athena Swan, Respect Now Always and respectful research committees within the institution. Please demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria for each of the following elements: (i) Experience and connection with the sports medicine industry; I have been a representative Athlete, Coach (State level + WA Inst of Sports Coach, Water polo) head trainer and rehabilitation in different football codes (notably AFL), Director and President of Sporting Association (WA Water Polo), a period of the Patron the Priates Hockey club. I have facilitated institutional partnerships with the Fremantle Dockers and activity taught and lead Sports Physiotherapy teaching and research in WA. I have also been a Committee members of the WA APA branch Committee. I am also a long term SMA member (Fellow) and have been on the SMA conference committee for many years with the last period (ending in 2018) as Chief Judge. I was the inaugural AIS National Research Fellow, a life member of WAFL club and a SMA Fellow. I have co-authored some critical papers in Sports Medicine that are highly cited – these include the first clinical trial on Core Stability Training (Prof P O’Sullivan) and the thesis that Eccentric loading of the Achilles tendon is a stretching program not strengthening (C Purdham). I do not have many publications approx.. 100 but I am listed in the top 100,000 all-time cited researchers in the world across all areas of research. I sit within the top 25 rehabilitation or orthopaedic research in Australia. All of this has been achieved without holding a full time research position. (ii) governance experience; I am a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and utilise these skills across many boards, executives and committees (see above). GAICD. - Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors. I am a titled Sports Physiotherapist, Fellow of the Australian Sports Medicine Federation and Life Member of the West Perth Football Club. As Associate DVC- Research Excellence, I am on the executive of the Research Office at Curtin, Senior Research Management committee and participated on many Executive Committees or Boards ( listed previously) • WA Branch Council -Australian Physiotherapy Association Sarich Neuroscience Research Institute – Advisory Board/ Building development committee • Editorial Boards of note. – Journals of Orthopaedics and Sports Physical Therapy (1st Non-US member – 20 years Assoc. Editor), Physical Therapy in Sport and European Spine Journal The Australian Journal of Physiotherapy Editorial Board and Chair – now the Journal of Physiotherapy. Skill set: Leadership, Governance, statistics and analysis, Team, Health systems change management, Health systems and services, Motor control research, Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury, Sports Physiotherapy, Sports rehabilitation, Stroke rehabilitation and more recently tendon mechanics and exoskeleton control mechanisms.
(iii) Business experience and acumen; I have managed and had direct financial control of multiple largescale grants, I currently manage the budget of over $25m p.a. with a 3.5 years moving budget of balancing current and non-current liabilities. I routinely undertake ROI analysis and yield on investments in direct resources and predicted infrastructure contributions to the Institution. These budgets contribute to leveraging research partnership that contribute to almost $95m in research income sitting within a business with a turnover of greater than $1bn p.a. The margins are tight ( approx.+/_ 5% ) and therefore the execution of strategy in a cost effective model is fundamental to the achievements of the Institution. This is what I am able to bring to the board in this area of business. (iv) A desire to make a difference in the sports medicine industry: I have spent a lifetime contributing to sports and rehabilitation protocols that cover Physiotherapy, Biomechanics, Sports coaching and neurological motor control. I have supervised numerous PhD/ MPhils to completions across a wide range of professions. Many of these sit within the SMA remit. I am keen to contribute to the SMA for all stakeholders and make the organisation stronger nationally and more well recognised internationally. Describe how you will represent the interests of the broader sports medicine industry as a director: I bring values based leadership and collegiate understanding of the importance of building a stronger SMA. The SMA is defined by the articles of the constitution, committees and subcommittees by their terms of reference. I am fully aware of the board roles and the interaction between the management and the Directors role. These principles are well known and practiced by me. As a result I bring not only an extensive range of sports related experience through clinical, transdisciplinary and cross institutional research and relationships, I have also the understanding of Board management and governance. I have the ability to communicate across the diversity of the professions with the boarder sports medicine industry, I have effectively built relationships through research supervision with Sports Scientists, Podiatrists, Sports Doctors, Medical Specialists , Psychologists, Physiotherapist, and Occupational therapists working in institutions and private and public practices. Finally I have string institutional linkages nationally and internationally. Tell us about any other relevant skills, knowledge or experience that will support your nom. Noted Above. Is there any other information you wish to add to support your SMA Director Application? I have been on the board for 2 years and wish to maintain the continuity in the current difficult times of COVID and the business stabilisation. Noted Above.
ĞůŝŶĚĂĞĐŬ;Y>Ϳ ĐĂĚĞŵŝĐ 1. Why are you seeking a position on the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? It is apparent that SMA is currently undergoing period of considerable rebirth and renewal. While such times can be challenging and stressful, they are also times of opportunity and growth. With the benefit of experience serving numerous professional societies, running a business, and academic expertise in the field of sports medicine, I would welcome the opportunity to contribute. my skills to assist the Board in this task in order that SMA re-emerges bigger and better than before. 2. What skills, experience and personal attributes do you possess that make you an ideal candidate for appointment to the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? 1. Over 30 years in academia, teaching musculoskeletal anatomy and sports medicine, conducting research in sports medicine and exercise science, and performing service roles including committee work, disciplinary advocacy, consulting,research ethics, people management, marketing, leadership and public relations. 2. Six years, owner/Director of The Bone Clinic PTY LTD, health service and translational research clinic. 3. Current Member, SMA QLD State Council;Chair, ESSA Research Committee; Member,Australian and New Zealand Research Committee and Therapeutics Committee; Deputy Chair Griffith University Human Research Ethics Committee (10 years); Member, Healthy Bones Australia Medical and Scientific Advisory Committee; Member, Healthy Bones Australia National Consumer Advisory Committee. 3. Please demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria for each of the following elements: (i) Experience and connection with the sports medicine industry; (ii) governance experience; (iii) Business experience and acumen; (iv) A desire to make a difference in the sports medicine industry: i) Experience and connection with the sportsmedicine industry: From my undergraduate degree in Human Movement Studies, to my Masters degree in Sports Medicine, PhD in Exercise Physiology and Postdoctoral fellowship in the Stanford School of Medicine, the focus of my work has always been exercise as medicine along with prevention and management of sports injuries. Much of my work has been related to bone stress injuries and I have been funded by and consulted for Defence in the US and Australia on the topic. My other work involves the application of exercise for the prevention of osteoporotic fracture which has been translated into a highly successful clinical practice. (ii) governance experience; II have acted in membership and leadership roles on committee advisory boards for the last 30 years, including a number of years as Griffith Head of School of Anatomy (iii) Business experience and acumen: II established and am owner and Director of The Bone Clinic Pty Ltd 4. Describe how you will represent the interests of the broader sports medicine industry as a director: (iv) A desire to make a difference in the sports medicine industry: This item is carried over from section 3 because it relates to section 4. My interest in the broader sports medicine industry and motivation to make a difference in it is based on my dedication to all things exercise and my desire to promote it as a conduit to better health, happiness and national prosperity. That exercise is a positive therapy for virtually all conditions and pathologies is based on an abundance of scientific evidence. This fact is nevertheless largely ignored by government, rather than being harnessed in the way that pharmacological treatments are. As the economic savings from applying exercise as medicine have been well demonstrated, such governmental short sightedness is regrettable and detrimental to the public purse. The additional benefits of sport as a source of pleasure and mental health in society reinforces the notion that exercise and sport should be taken more seriously as vital strategies to optimise public health. It is this message that I wish to represent and promote. 3
5. Tell us about any other relevant skills, knowledge or experience that will support your nomination: Over $3M in research grants Over 100 peer-reviewed publications, 7 chapters and 14 invited commentaries/opinion pieces Approximately 200 conference abstracts 7 editorial boards and review for 64 journals NHMRC, MRFF and ARC reviewer and panel member 11 PhD student completions, 2 current; 5 Masters; 12 Honours students 70 invited talks Fellow, American College of Sports 6. Is there any other information you wish to add to support your SMA Director Application? ORCID ID: 0000-0003-1295-6395 4
Benjamin Bowtell (WA) Physiotherapist 1. Why are you seeking a position on the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? Having taught the Safer Sports courses for over 6 years, sat on the WA committee for 5 years and headed up the newly formed SMA Education Committee, I am extremely passionate about improving quality and dissemination of current health advice and practice into the community. I firmly believe the safer sports programs and the advocacy SMA has can substantially improve the health and management of our community athletes. Improvising participation, inclusion and diversity, risk reduction and quality of care during injury. I believe I have a lot to add to what SMA offers to members and the educational services we provide. Whilst the current committee has added a lot of value with the strategic plan, my experience presenting courses to sports trainers will provide bottom up information that will improve communication and feedback on implementation of the strategy. 2. What skills, experience and personal attributes do you possess that make you an ideal candidate for appointment to the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? Communication. The key to any role. As a presenter, having sat on multiple national advisory committees and as a physiotherapist. Knowing what to say in a deliberate and constructive manner and when not to talk, but to seek those with more expertise to add value. Association with a variety of organisations. As a Physiotherapist with Cirque du Soleil, having worked as a Senior Physiotherapist in the Emergency Department, having worked in the Department of Defence, as a Paralympic Medical Classifier for Athletics, Badminton and Powerlifting, sitting on the National Advisory Committee for both Paralympics Australia and Athletics Australia. My experience means I have met some incredible people who I'm fortunate to be able to discuss ideas and create relationships with. As a multi-disciplinary organisation, SMA sits perfectly as a medium and advocate across organisations. I hope to help build these connections. 3. Please demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria for each of the following elements: (i) Experience and connection with the sports medicine industry; (ii) governance experience; (iii) Business experience and acumen; (iv) A desire to make a difference in the sports medicine industry: i) Experience: Cirque du Soleil (Alegria, Bazzar), Commonwealth Games, Invictus Games, Paralympic Medical Classifier Athletics, Badminton, Powerlifting. Australian Physiotherapist at Para-Shooting World Championships. ii) National Advisory Committees: Athletics Australia, Paralympics Australia, SMA Covid-19 Committee Committees: APA WA Branch Councillor, SMA WA Committee, Chair Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Association WA, SMA Education Committee, Australian College of Physiotherapy Education Quality Standing Committee. iii) Director of WASAMBA! Australia's Largest Drumming Community Group for 10 years, including 3 international tours Self employed Consultant Physiotherapist. iv) Whilst the resources, statements, conferences and professional development SMA provides are world class, our impact that we provide to community sports is far reaching and has a cascading impact into health literacy. 4. Describe how you will represent the interests of the broader sports medicine industry as a director: My association and experience with Paralympics Australia is an opportunity for SMA to improve the value we add to para- athletes, as well as the education for our sports trainers. My experience in Cirque du Soleil gives me insight into the needs of performing artists at an elite level. I've worked as a side-of-field physiotherapist at the Commonwealth Games, Invictus Games, Football, Soccer, Tennis, Netball, Hockey, Rugby, Wheelchair Sports, Powerlifting, Shooting, Running. As a senior physiotherapist in the Emergency Department, I see a wide variety of acute sporting injuries and a lot of concussion in various age groups. Seeing the impact of sporting injuries, I know the importance of quality and reach of education about optimal immediate care. Advocating for Sports Trainers in the community would be a large responsibility of my tenure as a director. 3
5. Tell us about any other relevant skills, knowledge or experience that will support your nomination: I graduated with a double degree in Physiotherapy and Exercise Sports Science. I have a Clinical Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and completing my Sports Masters. I've completed my Certificate 4 in Emergency Health Care, trained Master Trainer in Runity Pilates. A PEDro Research Article Evaluator and University Research Associate at Curtin University. I work with Global Specialist Physiotherapist, educating Physiotherapy clinics and mentoring Physiotherapists 6. Is there any other information you wish to add to support your SMA Director Application? SMA has an incredible reach into the community, I'd feel privileged to help SMA to grow and continue to benefit athletes, sports trainers and health professionals. 4
Julie Cooke (ACT) Academic 1. Why are you seeking a position on the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? I have been involved with Sports Medicine Australia for 12 years, serving on national board, State Council (ACT), lecturing SMA courses, and working as a level 2 sports trainer. In my current role as Director on SMA National Board, a position which I have held for two years, and my Associate Professor position at the University of Canberra, I feel I have a unique skill set to offer SMA on a national basis. I have a strong desire to continue to help make a difference to the delivery of sports medicine in Australia, enhancing and giving back to the membership within SMA. I believe that the ongoing delivery of quality sports medicine is not only a significant part of supporting the sporting community, but also a critical component of the wellbeing of all Australians. The provision of quality sports medicine is a key support of community sporting events that underpin efforts to instil a more active lifestyle in our children and ourselves. 2. What skills, experience and personal attributes do you possess that make you an ideal candidate for appointment to the Board of Sports Medicine Australia? I have very strong liaison and interpersonal skills that allow me to foster relationships and partnerships. I am widely respected for my ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide range of audiences and to engage with stakeholders. I am willing to contribute ideas whilst respecting others’ views and opinions in a professional manner. These skills have been honed within my current position as Discipline Lead of Sport and Exercise Science and my experience working on volunteer member-based boards and councils in many roles including chair, co-chair and a member. 3. Please demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria for each of the following elements: (i) Experience and connection with the sports medicine industry; I offer a broad knowledge base of how SMA members work, being both a Full Professional and active Sports Trainer Member with SMA. I have unique insights in relation to the organisation from different aspects of the membership. I am an active member of the ACT Sports Medicine Australia branch and I have served on National Board for 2 years. I am a current Level 2 Sports Trainer, and lecturer for First Aid and Sports Trainer courses. I have worked on behalf of SMA on updating the Adult Pre-Exercise Screening Tool (in conjunction with ESSA and FA) and more recently contributed to the review of the Level 1 Sports Trainer education package. In addition, I provide body composition analysis for the Canberra Raiders (NRL) and supervise several higher degree research students. This has allowed me to develop high interpersonal skills, dealing with a diverse range of people and being exposed to current evidence-based practice. (ii) governance experience; I have helped govern Sports Medicine Australia over the last 2 years in a director role. I have worked with fellow directors and CEO to reorganise, restructure and provide clarity to the organisation. I oversee the daily running of the Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science that has 22 academic staff members and 3 technical staff. In this capacity I coordinate staffing, workloads, and budgeting. I have been appointed to a range of committees and boards in various sporting administrations. Most notably, I have been the Chair of ACT SMA branch and helped guide the ACT branch through the implementation of One SMA. I am a director on the Softball ACT board and manage the u23 Men’s National (ACT) Softball team.
(iii) Business experience and acumen; As Head of Discipline, Sport and Exercise Science, at the University of Canberra I provide executive leadership that includes strategy and finance. This has provided me a broad background and exposure to not only a wide range of activities but also the administrative functions underpinning the discipline. Over my recent 2-year term on the SMA national board I have worked with fellow Directors ensure financial oversight of the organisation. (iv) A desire to make a difference in the sports medicine industry: The sports medicine “team” involves not only health care professionals but also researchers and educators from a wide variety of disciplines. I see the sports medicine industry as not only curative and rehabilitative, but also preventative. I believe SMA has a crucial role to play in fostering safe participation in sport and would like to see the community having more interaction with the sports medicine industry. I look forward to having the opportunity to help grow this industry. 4. Describe how you will represent the interests of the broader sports medicine industry as a director: I have a wide network of connections across academia, students, sporting clubs, government, allied health professions and sports medicine. I am well versed in promoting the interests of individual entities, this is especially evident from my work in encouraging commitment from schools in the Biology Olympiad Program. I believe that my interpersonal skills will aid in discovering what the important problems are in the broader sports medicine industry. I will use these skills to identify opportunities for greater promotion and incorporation of SMA activities across my networks with an aim to promoting a greater uptake of safer sport. I look forward to continuing to work alongside other directors to solve problems, share ideas, set standards, build tools, and develop relationships with peers and stakeholders. 5. Tell us about any other relevant skills, knowledge or experience that will support your nomination: In addition to my education roles at SMA and the University of Canberra I am the Director of the Australian Biology Olympiad Program working with Australian Science Innovations. This program is the Olympic Games for science students. I look after the training program and accompany the Australian team to the international competition annually (albeit online in 2019 and 2020). I have undertaken this role for the past 14 years. 6. Is there any other information you wish to add to support your SMA Director Application? I look forward to continuing to represent the sports medicine community on the national board. I believe my passion for the industry along with my experience holds me in good stead for this position. Having served on the national board for 2 years, through a pandemic and change in leadership twice, I look forward to the opportunity of progressing the vision of the organisation.
6. Is there any other information you wish to add to support your SMA Director Application? I look forward to continuing to represent the sports medicine community on the national board. I believe my passion for the industry along with my experience holds me in good stead for this position. Having served on the national board for 2 years, through a pandemic and change in leadership twice, I look forward to the opportunity of progressing the vision of the organisation.
5. Tell us about any other relevant skills, knowledge or experience that will support your nomination: The questions above have detailed my relevant skills, knowledge and experience that I would continue to bring to SMA an unusual mix of clinical expertise, business background, and governance learning and experience. 6. Is there any other information you wish to add to support your SMA Director Application? SMA has been through some difficult years in recent times with poor financial performances and the impacts of Covid over the last 2 years. The current Board and management have worked diligently to stabilise SMA and build a solid foundation for the future growth of SMA for the members. I believe it is important to maintain this stability of Board and management for another 2 years to ensure the implementation of the new strategic plan create SMA as a strong and stable organisation that is serving its membership and the wider sports medicine community. 4
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