National President Resignation

National President Resignation

It is with great sadness and reluctance that the RAS Executive accepted the resignation of our National President Brent Snellex on 18 October 2021.

Brent has asked that we share with you that he came to this decision after realising that his mental health battles could only be addressed by reducing or eliminating the stresses and pressures in his daily life. He remains passionate about the RAS and the showing movement, and the Executive wish him all the best in his recovery. We also thank him for everything he has done for the organisation during his terms as President, Vice President and Treasurer, as well as his time as an Executive member. Brent’s contribution has been significant but we would like to specifically acknowledge his time as the RAS representative on the NZ Equine Health Association.  He has held this role for many years and the membership has received comprehensive reports annually to ensure we were kept up-to-date with important equine matters.

We look forward to an opportunity for us all to recognise Brent’s contribution and thank him properly in due course.

The Executive have chosen, as per the constitution, to make a temporary appointment to the vacant office of President until the next Annual General Meeting. The Executive have therefore appointed Rachel Walker (previously the Vice President) as the temporary President.

As you may note, this will leave the Vice President role vacant, and the Executive at five, rather than six, roles. We will be in touch shortly with our plans to fill these positions.

If you have any questions regarding this message, please contact Debbie Cameron at debbie@ras.org.nz or Rachel Walker.

Ngā mihi
RAS Executive